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In the Dark Fantasy episode 'The Thing from the Sea', the story begins with the disappearance of a yacht carrying young cinema star Philip Hayward and actress Judith Johnson, who are accompanied by Judith's father, a movie director. The yacht, named Dolphin, has been overdue for over a week, and the Hollywood community is abuzz with concern. As the search parties fail to locate the vessel, the narrative hints at the possibility of strange sea creatures inspired by the director's film about underwater beings.

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Dark Fantasy 41-11-28 (03) The Thing from the Sea.mp3

Dark Fantasy, Episode 3

The Thing from the Sea

Friday, November 28, 1941 · 24:37

Dark Fantasy, Episode 3

The Thing from the Sea

Friday, November 28, 1941 · 24:37

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  • 1941 — World War II: The Hull note is given to the Japanese ambassador, demanding that Japan withdraw from China and French Indochina, in return for which the United States would lift economic sanctions. On the same day, Japan's 1st Air Fleet departs Hitokappu Bay for Hawaii.
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