Fear of Floating | Talks from the Darkside

Arnold Barker (Howard Sherman) is a compulsive liar who miraculously has the ability to float whenever he lies. Having supposedly been exhibited as "The Human Balloon" in a circus and subsequently escaping, he seeks shelter in an Army recruitment office. Soon after, a young pregnant girl and her angry father (Yeardley Smith and John Ridge) offer a different explanation as to why Arnold is on the run. Written by Donald Wollner from a story by Scott Edelman. Directed by John Lewis and written by Donald Wollner from a story by Scott Edelman. Original airdate: May 23, 1986