Ep 10. A Case of the Stubborns

In Tales from the Darkside season 1 episode 10, titled "A Case of the Stubborns," the audience is introduced to an eccentric old couple, Edna (played by Carol Kane) and Harvey (played by William Hickey), who refuse to move out of their home even after death. When the town's cemetery is moved and their bodies are relocated, they decide to stay put and haunt the house they always loved, much to the displeasure of the new residents.

The episode follows the struggles of the new family, the Sturgesses, as they attempt to coexist with the Stubborns' ghosts. The Sturgesses, consisting of a mother, father, and son, quickly notice strange occurrences around the house. Objects move on their own, doors open and shut, and eerie noises are heard throughout the night. When they try to leave the house, they find that they are physically unable to, as if an unseen force is holding them back.

Desperate for a solution, the Sturgesses hire a psychic medium named Madame Leota (played by Diane Salinger) to communicate with the Stubborns and convince them to move on to the afterlife. However, the Stubborns refuse to leave their beloved home and continue to terrorize the Sturgess family.

As tensions escalate, the Sturgesses are forced to stand up to the Stubborns and find a way to rid their home of the troublesome ghosts once and for all. The episode builds to a chilling and unexpected conclusion that will keep viewers on the edge of their seats until the very end.

"A Case of the Stubborns" is a classic episode of Tales from the Darkside that expertly blends horror and humor while delivering a unique and unforgettable storyline. With great performances from Carol Kane, William Hickey, and the rest of the cast, this episode is a must-watch for fans of the horror anthology genre.