When “Twin Peaks” premiered in 1990, it expanded the cinematic potential of a TV episode and inspired a generation of showrunners.

David Lynch, the visionary director behind films like "Blue Velvet" and the TV series "Twin Peaks," has died at age 78, after revealing a battle with emphysema last year.

David Lynch, the critically acclaimed director and writer known for his signature dark and surrealist artistic vision, has died at age 78 following a battle with emphysema. The Dune (1984) director's family announced his death via a post on Facebook on Thursday,