Dark Shadows: DVD Collection 6 (1968) Rating: Starring: Leslie Barrett, Nancy Barrett, Joan Bennett, Clarice Blackburn, Anita Bolster, Vala Clifton, Joel Crothers, Roger Davis, Jane Draper, Louis Edmonds, Jonathan Frid, Grayson Hall, David Henesy Director: Category: Classics, Horror, Classics, Horror, Television, Television, Cult Class Studio: MPI Subtitles: Length: 840 mins Want to buy?           The original television cult classic With its alluring tales of Gothic mystery and supernatural intrigue, Dark Shadows became one of the most popular daytime series of all time. Since first airing on ABC-TV from 1966-71, Dark Shadows has earned the reputation as being one of the most unusual and enduring programs in television history. The character of Barnabas Collins, a guilt-ridden 175 year-old vampire, brought the show tremendous success. In 1795, Barnabas Collins has risen as a vampire and begs family servant Ben Stokes to drive a stake through his heart. Using her supernatural powers, Angelique tricks Josette Collins into going to Widows' Hill, where Josette sees a horrifying vision of her future should she become Barnabas' bride. Naomi Collins attempts to prevent the unscrupulous Nathan Forbes from reconciling with Millicent Collins. Reverend Trask persuades Nathan to testify against Victoria Winters, who is on trial for witchcraft. Barnabas vows revenge against Trask.