On this day in Sci Fi and Horror History, July 6th

 On this day in sci fi and horror history, July 6th, we celebrate some of the most iconic and influential works of the genre. Here are some of the highlights:

- In 1957, the first episode of Quatermass II aired on BBC Television. This was the sequel to the groundbreaking 1953 series The Quatermass Experiment, which introduced the world to Professor Bernard Quatermass, a brilliant and courageous scientist who battled alien invasions and cosmic horrors. Quatermass II continued the tradition of blending science fiction and horror, with Quatermass investigating a mysterious meteor shower that unleashes a deadly alien fungus on Earth.

- In 1966, the Star Trek episode "The Enemy Within" premiered on NBC. This was the fifth episode of the original series, and one of the most memorable. It featured Captain Kirk being split into two halves by a transporter malfunction: one good and one evil. The episode explored the theme of duality and the balance between reason and emotion, as well as showcasing William Shatner's acting range.

- In 1984, The Last Starfighter was released in theaters. This was a cult classic film that combined sci fi and fantasy elements, with a young video game enthusiast being recruited by an alien race to join their intergalactic war against an evil empire. The film was notable for its pioneering use of computer-generated imagery (CGI) for its space battles, which were impressive for its time.

- In 1990, Arachnophobia hit the big screen. This was a horror comedy film that played on the common fear of spiders, with a deadly species of arachnids invading a small town in California. The film was produced by Steven Spielberg and directed by Frank Marshall, who had previously worked on films like Raiders of the Lost Ark and Back to the Future. The film was a box office success and received positive reviews from critics and audiences alike.

These are just some of the milestones that happened on this day in sci fi and horror history. What are your favorite sci fi and horror works? Let me know in the comments below!