Horror History Horror Television Horror History: Sunday, July 24, 1988: “Tales From The Darkside” final episode “Basher Malone” premiered 4 Evil Eyes July 24, 1988 Season 4 Episode 20 A religious wrestler and his mother contend against a crooked fight manager, played by Vic Tayback, who holds ties to a devilish opponent. Written by Peter O’Keefe. Tales from the Darkside (1984) Tags: horror Horror History ad Tales From The Darkside Basher Malone Post navigation Previous Horror History: Sunday, July 17, 1988: “Tales From The Darkside” episode “Barter” premieredNext Horror History: Friday, July 29, 1988: Monkey Shines was released in theaters