Why Welles story stayed popular for more the 100 years from the War of the Worlds?

The War of the Worlds story by Orson Welles remains popular over 100 years later due to its innovative presentation as a radio drama that blurred the lines between news and fiction, causing widespread panic during its original broadcast in 1938. The enduring appeal also lies in its exploration of themes such as fear, mass media manipulation, and humanity's vulnerability in the face of the unknown.