Small-time crook Harold Mason (a little overplayed by Leslie Nielsen) is at the end of his rope: his marriage is a mess, he's just stolen a piece of jewelry that he cannot possibly sell, and the police are hot on his trail. When he sees a newspaper ad that says, "I'm Sure I Can Help You!", he decides to answer the ad as a last resort.
Mason arrives at the office of Dr. Borrow (Robert Middleton), who tells him he can send him back in time seven years using a special chair Borrow has invented. Borrow explains that his memory will be erased and that he can start over with no worries. Mason gives the stolen gem as payment and soon finds himself 7 years younger with a new future and new name (Jack Marshall). However, Marshall learns nothing during the next 7 years and finds himself right back where he started. The ending has a real twist and is very satisfying.
The first part of this episode is a little tedious and confusing, consisting mostly of Nielsen displaying various states of anxiety and confusion. However, once Mason visits Dr. Borrow the fun really starts. Imposing actor Robert Middleton really makes this episode work with his performance as the mysterious and ultimately evil Dr. Borrow. It's great fun for those who love vintage sci-fi.
Mason arrives at the office of Dr. Borrow (Robert Middleton), who tells him he can send him back in time seven years using a special chair Borrow has invented. Borrow explains that his memory will be erased and that he can start over with no worries. Mason gives the stolen gem as payment and soon finds himself 7 years younger with a new future and new name (Jack Marshall). However, Marshall learns nothing during the next 7 years and finds himself right back where he started. The ending has a real twist and is very satisfying.
The first part of this episode is a little tedious and confusing, consisting mostly of Nielsen displaying various states of anxiety and confusion. However, once Mason visits Dr. Borrow the fun really starts. Imposing actor Robert Middleton really makes this episode work with his performance as the mysterious and ultimately evil Dr. Borrow. It's great fun for those who love vintage sci-fi.