Bill Mumy on Lost in Space, The Twilight Zone, and a Lifetime of Creativity
Description
From child star to accomplished musician, Bill Mumy's journey through Hollywood is a tapestry of talent, longevity, and creativity.
In this episode, he reflects on his decades-spanning career — from Lost in Space and The Twilight Zone to producing Ancient Aliens and releasing his latest solo album, Wonderworld. Bill shares personal stories about working with legends like Lucille Ball, Walt Disney, and Cloris Leachman, the making of his memoir, and his enduring passion for music that began at just ten years old.
Episode Highlights
- The making of his memoir Danger, Will Robinson: The Full Mumy and why he wrote it non-linearly
- How a childhood accident set him on the path to television stardom
- Inside stories from Lost in Space, The Twilight Zone, and working with entertainment icons
- Reflections on the craft of acting and the challenge of being typecast
- His ongoing creative life — producing Ancient Aliens and releasing Wonderworld
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- Danger, Will Robinson: The Full Mumy — available wherever books are sold
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