The venerable Bruce Cabot was the less ape-like love interest for Fay Wray aboard the seminal King Kong (1933). The actor also sported a few appearances aboard Tales Of Tomorrow. Though he's no longer with us, Cabot was born on this day in 1904.
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Later in her career, award-winning actress Nina Foch played a role in the Alien Nation universe, appearing in that franchise's Dark Horizon (1994) telefilm. Though she's no longer with us, Foch was born on this day in 1924.
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Actor Robert DoQui played Detroit police sergeant Warren Reed, and he helped keep the streets of the future Motor City (aka Detroit ... or what was once Detroit in our timeline!) clean alongside his part-man, part-machine, all-hero officer Robocop in RoboCop, RoboCop 2, and RoboCop 3. Though he's no longer with us, DoQui was born on this day in 1934.
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In 2022, I received an all-new home video release of RoboCop (1987) -- in which DoQui played a role -- from a distributor in exchange for review coverage on SciFiHistory.Net. Interested readers can find my review right here.
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In 2022, I received an all-new home video release of RoboCop (1987) -- in which DoQui played a role -- from a distributor in exchange for review coverage on SciFiHistory.Net. Interested readers can find my review right here.
Most folks around these parts know him as 'Captain Hikaru Sulu,' but to everyone else he's nothing more than good ol' George Takei. He's been a lovable goodwill ambassador and somewhat angry activist for so many years that he's been associated to our beloved franchise, and I'm told he maintains a wonderfully comic presence on Facebook. Plus, he absolutely hates his long-time co-star William Shatner. Still, whatever you may call him, just don't call him 'Shorty'! Takei was born on this day back in 1937.
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In 2024, it was reported in the media that George Takei had allegedly been involved in a matter somewhat unbecoming a Starfleet captain. (Link) If you or someone you know have been the victim of sexual harassment, please call the National Sexual Assault Hotline at (800) 565-HOPE for advice.
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Public Service Announcement:
In 2024, it was reported in the media that George Takei had allegedly been involved in a matter somewhat unbecoming a Starfleet captain. (Link) If you or someone you know have been the victim of sexual harassment, please call the National Sexual Assault Hotline at (800) 565-HOPE for advice.
Author and screenwriter Peter S. Beagle has contributed greatly to the realms of Science Fiction and Fantasy. He's responsible for The Last Unicorn, The Lord of the Rings (1978), as well as the story and script for "Sarek," one of the highlights from all of Star Trek: The Next Generation's run on television. Beagle was born on this day in 1939.
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Jane Daly (above center) appeared as 'Varria' in "The Most Toys," one of the creepier episodes of Star Trek: The Next Generation. She's also had roles aboard Bermuda Triangle (1996) and The X-Files. Daly was born on this day in 1948.
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Gregory Itzin (above right) is one of those fabulous character actors who, unfortunately, always ends up being the bad guy! Fans know him from work aboard Voyagers!, Max Headroom, Eerie Indiana, Quantum Leap, Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, Star Trek: Voyager, Firefly, and Star Trek: Enterprise. Though he's no longer with us, Itzin was born on this day in 1948.
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She suffered far more cruelly at the hands of the alien in 1979's Alien than Ripley ever did, and actress Veronica Cartwright has led a long, distinguished career in a handful of other projects before and since that seminal film. As a child, she appeared in an episode of the original Twilight Zone. She's also acted in Flight of the Navigator, Fox TV's The X-Files, and ABC TV's Invasion. Cartwright was born on this day in 1949.
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Her theatrical debut was in the ultimate monster movie remake of an era! Jessica Lange couldn't tame the savage beast that was King Kong (1976), and who could blame him? That lovely look would be enough to drive any man ape! Lange continues to be one of the most prolific actresses of her generation, and she was born on this day in 1949.
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We who love Science Fiction appreciated lovely ladies coming along for the ride, but we only have one rule: they must be tough! There with Doctor Who's Tom Baker was one of the original tough one: 'Leela,' as played by the lovely Louise Jameson. Her somewhat 'tribal' instincts often gave the good Doctor a cause to be taken aback, and he'd properly scoff at her the way only a Time Lord could. Jameson was born on this day in 1951.
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When not lending his talents to his brother Ron's many film projects, veteran character actor Clint Howard always manages to steal a few scenes his minor characters appear in. Of course, Star Trek fans recall his small role in that franchise, but he was also one of the main players for the short-lived Space Rangers television program. Howard was born on this day in 1959.
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One of Yuji Okumoto's earliest roles was aboard the terrific SciFi/Comedy Real Genius (1985), and it's good he kept his SciFi credentials active with a bigger part aboard Beta Test (2016). Okumoto was born on this day in 1959.
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The exotic Seeta Indrani hasn't done much in the realms of Science Fiction or Fantasy, but she did have a guest role aboard Wizards Vs. Aliens that deserves mention. From what I've seen on IMDB.com, she also contributed some vocals to a Star Wars video game as well. Indrani was born on this day in 1963.
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Nicholas Cascone had two opportunities to play in the world of Star Trek: (1) aboard Star Trek: The Next Generation, he appeared as 'Ensign Davies' in "Pen Pals"; and (2) aboard Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, he appeared as 'Timor' in "Equilibrium." Cascone was born on this day in 1963.
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As an actor, Andy Serkis is a bit of an anomaly. These days, we don't "see" him onscreen as much as we see the creations he helps bring to life, namely Caesar -- the intelligent chimp at the heart of both Rise of the Planet of the Apes and Dawn of the Planet of the Apes. Serkis was born on this day in 1964.
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Crispin Glover had a great comedic presence in Back to the Future, but -- for reasons I've never quite clearly understood -- he wanted nothing to do with continuing the appearances in the remainder of the FUTURE films. Still, he pops up every now and then in some interesting properties. Glover was born on this day in 1964.
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I don't know about you, but I love the DC Universe's animated properties ... and the talented Shemar Moore has been tapped a few times to bring the Cyborg to life through vocals. Moore was born on this day in 1970.
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Aside from being hailed as one of the most beautiful creatures known to modern man, Carmen Electra helped bring to animated life the character of Six on Tripping the Rift, perhaps one of the most beautiful creatures known to animated man! Electra was born on this day in 1972.
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Even Joey Lawrence has slipped into the realm of Science Fiction with a role aboard Android Apocalypse (2006). Lawrence was born on this day in 1976.
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I haven't yet seen Spectral 'cause I don't Netflix, but the talented Clayne Crawford (above right) has a role in the feature so I'll definitely have to one day. Crawford was born on this day in 1978.
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A young lady I worked with turned my wife and I on to The CW's long-running Supernatural. We grew to love the characters -- not necessarily all of the various story arcs -- but one of my favorite characters was the somewhat late edition to the cast of evildoers, the lovely Ruth Connell. Seriously, why no spinoff? Just one focusing on Rowena? Lucifer gets his own show (I know it isn't affiliated with the Supernatural mythos exactly), and I think passing up something for this incredible ginger is a big miss. Connell was born on this day in 1979.
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There's no crying in SciFi! Early in his career, John Patrick Amedori had a role aboard the Ashton Kutcher SciFi flick The Butterfly Effect (2004). Amedori was born on this day in 1987.
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In the role of 'Cisco Ramon,' the young Carlos Valdes provides some high-minded scientific support to The Flash aboard one of The CW's signature superhero dramas. Valdes was born on this day in 1989.
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On this day in 1932 (in Sweden), Dr. Jekyll And Mr. Hyde served up not one but two doses of Horrorific mystery. Directed by Rouben Mamoulian, the SciFi/Horror starred Fredric March, Miriam Hopkins, and Rose Hobart; and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"Dr. Jekyll faces horrible consequences when he lets his dark side run wild with a potion that transforms him into the animalistic Mr. Hyde."
For the record:
At the 1931 Faro Island Film Festival, actor Fredric March took home the trophy in the category of 'Best Actor.' At the 1932 Venice Film Festival, March was again recognized by securing the award for 'Most Favorite Actor' and director Mamoulian won the coveted 'Most Original Story (Fantasy)' title. At the 1932 Academy Awards, March earned the 'Best Actor In A Leading Role' Oscar while the film missed out in two other categories: 'Best Cinematography' and 'Best Writing, Adaptation.'
"Dr. Jekyll faces horrible consequences when he lets his dark side run wild with a potion that transforms him into the animalistic Mr. Hyde."
For the record:
At the 1931 Faro Island Film Festival, actor Fredric March took home the trophy in the category of 'Best Actor.' At the 1932 Venice Film Festival, March was again recognized by securing the award for 'Most Favorite Actor' and director Mamoulian won the coveted 'Most Original Story (Fantasy)' title. At the 1932 Academy Awards, March earned the 'Best Actor In A Leading Role' Oscar while the film missed out in two other categories: 'Best Cinematography' and 'Best Writing, Adaptation.'
A star is born!
On this day in 1946 (in the U.S.), The Catman Of Paris enjoyed its first theatrical engagement ever. Written by Sherman L. Lowe and directed by Lesley Selander, the Fantasy/Horror starred Carl Esmond, Lenore Aubert, Adele Mara, and others. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"Are mysterious killings in Paris of 1896 the work of man or monster?"
"Are mysterious killings in Paris of 1896 the work of man or monster?"
On this day in 1951 (in Sweden), Rocketship X-M soared onto the silver screen. Directed by Kurt Neumann, the SciFi feature starred Lloyd Bridges, Dalton Trumbo, and Osa Massen. Here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"An astronaut crew on their way to the Moon are unexpectedly propelled by gravitational forces and end up on Mars instead."
For the record:
For those who like this sort of trivia, Rocketship X-M went on to be nominated for the Best Dramatic Presentation for the 1951 Hugo Awards, which were actually held retroactively in 2001. (The film lost the Hugo to George Pal's Destination Moon.)
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I received a complimentary DVD release of Rocketship X-M in 2022. Interested in knowing what I thought about the movie? Readers can find my review right here.
"An astronaut crew on their way to the Moon are unexpectedly propelled by gravitational forces and end up on Mars instead."
For the record:
For those who like this sort of trivia, Rocketship X-M went on to be nominated for the Best Dramatic Presentation for the 1951 Hugo Awards, which were actually held retroactively in 2001. (The film lost the Hugo to George Pal's Destination Moon.)
ExtraExtra Alert:
I received a complimentary DVD release of Rocketship X-M in 2022. Interested in knowing what I thought about the movie? Readers can find my review right here.
A star is born!
On this day in 1955 (in the U.S.), Conquest Of Space stirred up a little bit of interest in the final frontier. Directed by Byron Haskin and based on the novel by Chelsey Bonestell and Willy Ley, the feature starred Walter Brooke, Eric Fleming, Phil Foster, and others. According to our friends at IMDB.com, Here's the plot summary:
"An American-led team of International astronauts leave their space station on the first mission to Mars, but the captain's religious beliefs may get in the way."
"An American-led team of International astronauts leave their space station on the first mission to Mars, but the captain's religious beliefs may get in the way."
On this day in 1959 (in Denmark), the 1959-produced King Kong -- one of the screen's original and biggest monster movies -- enjoyed a rare theatrical re-release. Starring Fay Wray, Robert Armstrong, and Bruce Cabot, the film used some pioneering special effects to bring the king to life; and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"A film crew goes to a tropical island for an exotic location shoot and discovers a colossal ape who takes a shine to their female blonde star. He is then captured and brought back to New York City for public exhibition."
For the record:
In 1991, King Kong was inducted into the U.S.'s National Film Registry, which seeks to preserve films for the ages that have demonstrated significant historical, cultural, or aesthetic contributions to the genre.
"A film crew goes to a tropical island for an exotic location shoot and discovers a colossal ape who takes a shine to their female blonde star. He is then captured and brought back to New York City for public exhibition."
For the record:
In 1991, King Kong was inducted into the U.S.'s National Film Registry, which seeks to preserve films for the ages that have demonstrated significant historical, cultural, or aesthetic contributions to the genre.
On this day in 1965 (in Sweden), X: The Man With X-Ray Eyes premiered in theatres. Directed by the great Roger Corman, the SciFi/Fantasy starred Ray Milland, Diana Van der Vlis, and Harold J. Stone. Here's the plot summary from IMDB.com:
"A doctor uses special eye drops to give himself x-ray vision, but the new power has disastrous consequences."
For the record:
To the film's credit, X: The Man With The X-Ray Eyes enjoyed a wee bit of praise from a screening on the film festival circuit.
"A doctor uses special eye drops to give himself x-ray vision, but the new power has disastrous consequences."
For the record:
To the film's credit, X: The Man With The X-Ray Eyes enjoyed a wee bit of praise from a screening on the film festival circuit.
A star is born!
On this day in 1968 (in Japan), The Snow Woman tried to chill the hearts of audiences and ... well, at least her victims. Directed by Tokuzô Tanaka from a story by Falcadio Hearn and Fuji Yahiro, the Fantasy/Horror starred Shiho Fujimura, Akira Ishihama, Machiko Hasegawa, and others. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"The lives of a master sculptor and his young apprentice are changed forever when they meet an evil witch during a snow storm."
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In 2024, I received a complimentary Blu-ray of The Snow Woman (as part of a set exploring Daiei Gothic) from a distributor in exchange for review coverage on SciFiHistory.Net. Interested readers can find my review right here.
"The lives of a master sculptor and his young apprentice are changed forever when they meet an evil witch during a snow storm."
ExtraExtra Alert:
In 2024, I received a complimentary Blu-ray of The Snow Woman (as part of a set exploring Daiei Gothic) from a distributor in exchange for review coverage on SciFiHistory.Net. Interested readers can find my review right here.
On this day in 1977 (in France), The Werewolf Of Washington howled at the cinematic moon. Written and directed by Milton Moses Ginsberg, the Horror/Comedy starred Dean Stockwell, Katalin Kallay, and Henry Ferrentino; and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"A reporter who has had an affair with the daughter of the U.S. President is sent to Hungary. There he is bitten by a werewolf, and then gets transferred back to Washington, where he gets a job as press assistant to the President. Then bodies start turning up in D.C. . . ."
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In 2023, I was fortunate to receive a complimentary Blu-ray of The Werewolf Of Washington via a distributor relationship. Interested in knowing what I thought of the Horror/Satire? You can check out my review right here.
"A reporter who has had an affair with the daughter of the U.S. President is sent to Hungary. There he is bitten by a werewolf, and then gets transferred back to Washington, where he gets a job as press assistant to the President. Then bodies start turning up in D.C. . . ."
ExtraExtra Alert:
In 2023, I was fortunate to receive a complimentary Blu-ray of The Werewolf Of Washington via a distributor relationship. Interested in knowing what I thought of the Horror/Satire? You can check out my review right here.
On this day in 1981 (in Spain), even the dead were getting in on some action with the silver screen debut of Erotic Nights Of The Living Dead. Directed by Joe D'Amato from a script by George Eastman, the film starred Laura Gemser, Dirce Funari, and Mark Shannon. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"With a 20 year lease on an tropical island, horny John heads out with Fiona on a yacht skippered by horny Larry, to inspect the island for resort development. They meet Luna/Laura Gemser. John didn't expect zombies."
"With a 20 year lease on an tropical island, horny John heads out with Fiona on a yacht skippered by horny Larry, to inspect the island for resort development. They meet Luna/Laura Gemser. John didn't expect zombies."
On this day in 1985 (in Japan), Spacehunter: Adventures In The Forbidden Zone enjoyed its theatrical release. Directed by Lamont Johnson, the SciFi feature starred Peter Strauss and Molly Ringwald, and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"On a distant planet inhabited by mutants, two bounty-hunters race to rescue three Earth female captives from the clutches of an evil mutant warlord."
"On a distant planet inhabited by mutants, two bounty-hunters race to rescue three Earth female captives from the clutches of an evil mutant warlord."
On this day in 1989 (in Mexico), Wired To Kill (aka Booby Trap) gave audiences one more look into man's grim future. Written and directed by Francis Schaeffer, the SciFi/Thriller starred Emily Longstreth, Devin Hoelscher, and Merritt Butrick; and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"In the near future, law and order breaks down, diseases, violence and immorality are rampant. However, one Christian young man decides not to turn the other cheek anymore. He modifies his wheelchair to help him protect his home and family, and kill the thugs first."
"In the near future, law and order breaks down, diseases, violence and immorality are rampant. However, one Christian young man decides not to turn the other cheek anymore. He modifies his wheelchair to help him protect his home and family, and kill the thugs first."
A star is born!
On this day in 1990 (in the U.S.), the good people of Los Angeles, California were treated to an exclusive premiere event for Lisa. Written (in part) and directed by Gary Sherman, the Horror/Thriller starred Staci Keanan, Cheryl Ladd, D.W. Moffett, and others. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"14-year-old Lisa is raised by her unmarried mother Katherine who overprotects her by forbidding her to date until she's 16. In despair, Lisa and schoolmate Wendy make up a game that consists of inferring attractive men's phone numbers from their car ID and calling them anonymously. Lisa begins a passionate phone relationship with the last man, the handsome Richard...unaware that he is a sex maniac and a psycho killer."
"14-year-old Lisa is raised by her unmarried mother Katherine who overprotects her by forbidding her to date until she's 16. In despair, Lisa and schoolmate Wendy make up a game that consists of inferring attractive men's phone numbers from their car ID and calling them anonymously. Lisa begins a passionate phone relationship with the last man, the handsome Richard...unaware that he is a sex maniac and a psycho killer."
On this day in 1990, Martians Go Home invaded Earth theaters. Directed by David Odell, the SciFi/Comedy starred Randy Quaid, Margaret Colin, and Anita Morris. Here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"Song writer Mark Devereaux accidentally calls millions of green Martians to invade Earth. No they aren't dangerous, just wise-cracking, intrusive, pain in neck, annoyances. No one can escape their distracting influence. It's up to Mark to figure out how they got here, and most importantly, how to get rid of them before they drive everyone crazy!"
"Song writer Mark Devereaux accidentally calls millions of green Martians to invade Earth. No they aren't dangerous, just wise-cracking, intrusive, pain in neck, annoyances. No one can escape their distracting influence. It's up to Mark to figure out how they got here, and most importantly, how to get rid of them before they drive everyone crazy!"
A star is born!
On this day in 1994 (in Japan), fingers were pointed and eyes were aglow with the theatrical spawn of Guyver: Dark Hero. Written (in part) and directed by Steve Wang, the SciFi/Thriller starred David Hayter, Kathy Christopherson, Bruno Patrick, and others. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"Sean Barker, unwilling host to an alien bio-armor known as the Guyver, must fight the Kronos Corporation again before they discover the secrets of the Guyver's origin."
"Sean Barker, unwilling host to an alien bio-armor known as the Guyver, must fight the Kronos Corporation again before they discover the secrets of the Guyver's origin."
On this day in 1995 (in the Czech Republic), Star Trek: Generations bridged the generations on the silver screen. Written by Rick Berman, Brannon Braga, and Ronald D. Moore, the first cinema adventure for the crew of the Starship Enterprise-D was directed by David Carson. It starred Patrick Stewart, William Shatner, and Malcolm McDowell; and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"With the help of long presumed dead Captain Kirk, Captain Picard must stop a deranged scientist willing to murder on a planetary scale in order to enter a space matrix."
For the record:
Star Trek: Generations is not without its own notoriety. In 1995, it was nominated for 'Best Dramatic Presentation' by the Hugo Awards. In the same year, the Academy Of Science Fiction, Fantasy, And Horror Films nominated it for 'Best Supporting Actress' and 'Best Science Fiction Film.' Also, the 1995 Razzie Awards recognized William Shatner with a nomination for 'Worst Supporting Actor.'
"With the help of long presumed dead Captain Kirk, Captain Picard must stop a deranged scientist willing to murder on a planetary scale in order to enter a space matrix."
For the record:
Star Trek: Generations is not without its own notoriety. In 1995, it was nominated for 'Best Dramatic Presentation' by the Hugo Awards. In the same year, the Academy Of Science Fiction, Fantasy, And Horror Films nominated it for 'Best Supporting Actress' and 'Best Science Fiction Film.' Also, the 1995 Razzie Awards recognized William Shatner with a nomination for 'Worst Supporting Actor.'
On this day in 1996 (in the Netherlands), the 1982-produced version of Swamp Thing played for audiences in attendance of the Amsterdam Fantastic Film Festival. Written and directed by Wes Craven, the Fantasy film starred Louis Jourdan and Adrienne Barbeau, and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"After a violent incident with a special chemical, a research scientist is turned into a swamp plant monster."
For the record:
To the film's credit, Swamp Thing enjoyed a 1983 Saturn Award nomination in the category of 'Best Horror Film' from the Academy Of Science Fiction, Fantasy, And Horror Films.
"After a violent incident with a special chemical, a research scientist is turned into a swamp plant monster."
For the record:
To the film's credit, Swamp Thing enjoyed a 1983 Saturn Award nomination in the category of 'Best Horror Film' from the Academy Of Science Fiction, Fantasy, And Horror Films.
On this day in 2000 (in Denmark), tihngs weren't exactly looking great for the astronauts with the release of Mission To Mars. Directed by Brian De Palma, the SciFi/Drama starred Gary Sinise, Tim Robbins, and Don Cheadle; and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"When the first manned mission to Mars meets with a catastrophic and mysterious disaster after reporting an unidentified structure, a rescue mission is launched to investigate the tragedy and bring back any survivors."
For the record:
To the film's credit, legendary director Brian De Palma was nominated in 2001 by the Razzie Awards in the category of 'Worst Director' for his work on the film.
"When the first manned mission to Mars meets with a catastrophic and mysterious disaster after reporting an unidentified structure, a rescue mission is launched to investigate the tragedy and bring back any survivors."
For the record:
To the film's credit, legendary director Brian De Palma was nominated in 2001 by the Razzie Awards in the category of 'Worst Director' for his work on the film.
On this day in 2000 (in Germany), The Killer Eye took its killery antics to the home video marketplace. Directed by David DeCoteau, the SciFi/Horror starred Jacqueline Lovell, Jonathan Norman, and Nanette Bianchi; and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"A mad scientist's experiment goes awry, turning a dead homeless man's eyeball into a giant killing machine that has an insatiable appetite for young women."
"A mad scientist's experiment goes awry, turning a dead homeless man's eyeball into a giant killing machine that has an insatiable appetite for young women."
On this day in 2001 (in Mexico), Pitch Black cast a little theatrical light on an all-new space franchise. Written (in part) and directed by David Twohy, the SciFi/Thriller starred Vin Diesel, Cole Hauser, and Radha Mitchell. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"A commercial transport ship and its crew are marooned on a planet full of bloodthirsty creatures that only come out to feast at night. But then, they learn that a month-long eclipse is about to occur."
For the record:
Besides birthing another franchise for Science Fiction and Fantasy, Pitch Black drew the attention of those organizations that award cinematic excellence. In 2000, the screenwriter team of David Twohy, Ken Wheat, and Jim Wheat were blessed with the nomination for the Bram Stoker Award. Also, the film was nominated for the 2000 Saturn Award for 'Best Science Fiction Film.' In 2001, the International Horror Guild nominated it for the year's 'Best Movie.' For 2001's Fangoria Chainsaw Awards, Pitch Black enjoyed nominations (but no wins) for 'Best Makeup/Creature FX,' 'Best Screenplay,' 'Best Actress,' 'Best Actor,' and 'Best Wide-Release Film.'
"A commercial transport ship and its crew are marooned on a planet full of bloodthirsty creatures that only come out to feast at night. But then, they learn that a month-long eclipse is about to occur."
For the record:
Besides birthing another franchise for Science Fiction and Fantasy, Pitch Black drew the attention of those organizations that award cinematic excellence. In 2000, the screenwriter team of David Twohy, Ken Wheat, and Jim Wheat were blessed with the nomination for the Bram Stoker Award. Also, the film was nominated for the 2000 Saturn Award for 'Best Science Fiction Film.' In 2001, the International Horror Guild nominated it for the year's 'Best Movie.' For 2001's Fangoria Chainsaw Awards, Pitch Black enjoyed nominations (but no wins) for 'Best Makeup/Creature FX,' 'Best Screenplay,' 'Best Actress,' 'Best Actor,' and 'Best Wide-Release Film.'
A star is born!
On this day in 2001 (in Spain), The Devil's Backbone enjoyed its original theatrical release. Written (in part) and directed by Guillermo del Toro, the Horror/Fantasy starred Marisa Paredes, Eduargo Noriega, and Irene Visedo. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"After Carlos - a 12-year-old whose father has died in the Spanish Civil War - arrives at an ominous boys' orphanage, he discovers the school is haunted and has many dark secrets which he must uncover."
For the record:
"After Carlos - a 12-year-old whose father has died in the Spanish Civil War - arrives at an ominous boys' orphanage, he discovers the school is haunted and has many dark secrets which he must uncover."
For the record:
- At the 2002 Saturn Awards, The Devil's Backbone earned a nomination in the category of 'Best Horror Film.'
- At the 2002 Fangoria Chainsaw Awards, the film earned nominations in the categories of 'Best Score,' 'Best Screenplay,' 'Best Supporting Actor,' and 'Best Limited-Release/Direct-To-Video Film.'
A star is born!
On this day in 2002 (in the U.S.), Project Viper opened its ugly, ugly mouth with its very first airing on broadcast television. Directed by Jim Wynorski from a script by Curtis Joseph and David Mason, the SciFi/Horror starred Patrick Muldoon, Theresa Russell, Curtis Armstrong, and others. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"A space shuttle crashes containing a lethal prototype organism designed to survive in any environment. The only people who can stop the creature are the Secretary of Defense agent and the female scientist who created it."
"A space shuttle crashes containing a lethal prototype organism designed to survive in any environment. The only people who can stop the creature are the Secretary of Defense agent and the female scientist who created it."
A star is born!
On this day in 2004 (in the U.S.), evolution went a little haywire with the release of Dinocroc. Directed by Kevin O'Neill, the SciFi/Horror starred Costas Mandylor, Charles Napier, Bruce Weitz, and others. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"After an African dinosaur ancestor of the crocodile is found, Dr. Campbell uses its DNA to create prototypes at Paula Kennedy's Gereco lab."
"After an African dinosaur ancestor of the crocodile is found, Dr. Campbell uses its DNA to create prototypes at Paula Kennedy's Gereco lab."
On this day in 2004 (in the Netherlands), the Earth was shaking again with the release of Tremors 4: The Legend Begins. Written (in part) and directed by S.S. Wilson, the SciFi/Comedy starred Michael Gross, Sara Botsford, and Billy Drago. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"A prequel to Tremors (1990), this movie tells us about how the town of Perfection, Nevada became founded and how they defended it against the Graboids with the help of Burt Gummer's ancestor, Hiram."
For the record:
At the 2005 DVD Exclusive Awards, Tremors 4 enjoyed an incredible seven nominations in the categories of 'Best Visual Effects (in a DVD Premiere Movie),' 'Best Editing (of a DVD Premiere Movie),' 'Best Cinematography (in a DVD Premiere Movie),' 'Best Supporting Actor (in a DVD Premiere Movie),' 'Best Actor (in a DVD Premiere Movie),' 'Best Live-Action DVD Premiere Movie,' and 'Best Actress (in a DVD Premiere Movie).'
"A prequel to Tremors (1990), this movie tells us about how the town of Perfection, Nevada became founded and how they defended it against the Graboids with the help of Burt Gummer's ancestor, Hiram."
For the record:
At the 2005 DVD Exclusive Awards, Tremors 4 enjoyed an incredible seven nominations in the categories of 'Best Visual Effects (in a DVD Premiere Movie),' 'Best Editing (of a DVD Premiere Movie),' 'Best Cinematography (in a DVD Premiere Movie),' 'Best Supporting Actor (in a DVD Premiere Movie),' 'Best Actor (in a DVD Premiere Movie),' 'Best Live-Action DVD Premiere Movie,' and 'Best Actress (in a DVD Premiere Movie).'
A star is born!
On this day in 2005 (in the United Kingdom), The Hitchhiker's Guide To The Galaxy enjoyed its silver screen premiere in London. Directed by Garth Jennings, this cinematic adaptation of the beloved Douglas Adams novel starred Martin Freeman, Mos Def, and Sam Rockwell. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"Mere seconds before the Earth is to be demolished by an alien construction crew, journeyman Arthur Dent is swept off the planet by his friend Ford Prefect, a researcher penning a new edition of 'The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy.'"
"Mere seconds before the Earth is to be demolished by an alien construction crew, journeyman Arthur Dent is swept off the planet by his friend Ford Prefect, a researcher penning a new edition of 'The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy.'"
A star is born!
On this day in 2008 (in Germany), the kids proved that they were alright yet again with the theatrical launch of Stella Und Der Stern Des Orients. Directed by Erna Schmidt from a script by Martin Dolejs, the Fantasy feature starred Laura Berschuck, Hanna Schwamborn, and Julius Römer. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"On New Year's Eve 2005, little Stella visits her grandma in the family home. Unknowingly she activates a time-travel machine and is transported back to the year 1905, where she meets some long-gone relatives when they were her age."
For the record:
To the film's credit, Stella Und Der Stern Des Orients enjoyed a wee bit of praise from a film festival screening.
"On New Year's Eve 2005, little Stella visits her grandma in the family home. Unknowingly she activates a time-travel machine and is transported back to the year 1905, where she meets some long-gone relatives when they were her age."
For the record:
To the film's credit, Stella Und Der Stern Des Orients enjoyed a wee bit of praise from a film festival screening.
On this day in 2009 (in the United Kingdom), Screamers: The Hunting launched another chapter in the Screamers universe. Expanding on a story from Philip K. Dick and directed by Sheldon Wilson, the film starred Gina Holden, Jana Pallaske, and Lance Henriksen. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"A group of humans arrive on Sirius 6-B to investigate an SOS signal sent out from the planet, which has been supposedly deserted since the destruction of the man-made weapons known as 'screamers.' Once the squad arrives, they find a group of human survivors eking out an existence in an old military outpost, but more important, they discover that the threat of the screamers has become even more insidious, now that they're able to morph into human form."
"A group of humans arrive on Sirius 6-B to investigate an SOS signal sent out from the planet, which has been supposedly deserted since the destruction of the man-made weapons known as 'screamers.' Once the squad arrives, they find a group of human survivors eking out an existence in an old military outpost, but more important, they discover that the threat of the screamers has become even more insidious, now that they're able to morph into human form."
On this day in 2010 (in Russia), the sky was falling with the release of 2012: Supernova. Written (in part) and directed by Anthony Fankhauser, the SciFi/Thriller starred Brian Krause, Heather McComb, and Najarra Townsend; and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"A scientist, races against a deadline to place a shield between the Earth and the oncoming blast-wave from a Supernova. As well as the efforts of doom cult to sabotage the project believing it to be God's Will Course" and allow the population of the Earth to be consumed by the intense radiation in the wave."
"A scientist, races against a deadline to place a shield between the Earth and the oncoming blast-wave from a Supernova. As well as the efforts of doom cult to sabotage the project believing it to be God's Will Course" and allow the population of the Earth to be consumed by the intense radiation in the wave."
On this day in 2010 (in Belgium), The 7th Dimension (aka Beacon 77) opened a door into another cinematic possibility. Conceived and directed by Brad Watson, the SciFi/Fantasy starred Kelly Adams and Lucy Evans, and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"Two young women arrive at a curious penthouse apartment, led by one's crush on her tutor. However, her love interest doesn't live alone. He's part of a trio of computer hackers about to embark on the ultimate job on the world's most mysterious mainframe. Whilst doing so, they unlock more than they bargain for with supernatural and ultimately fatal results. Can this seemingly insignificant chain of events, which have thrown this group together, be construed as fate? Can the beacon provide a signal of hope or is it a web of manipulation, paranoia and ultimately... murder?"
"Two young women arrive at a curious penthouse apartment, led by one's crush on her tutor. However, her love interest doesn't live alone. He's part of a trio of computer hackers about to embark on the ultimate job on the world's most mysterious mainframe. Whilst doing so, they unlock more than they bargain for with supernatural and ultimately fatal results. Can this seemingly insignificant chain of events, which have thrown this group together, be construed as fate? Can the beacon provide a signal of hope or is it a web of manipulation, paranoia and ultimately... murder?"
On this day in 2011 (in Sweden), Battle Los Angeles waged its war on the silver screen. Directed by Jonathan Liebesman, the SciFi feature starred Aaron Eckhart and Michelle Rodriguez, and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"A squad of U.S. Marines becomes the last line of defense against a global invasion."
"A squad of U.S. Marines becomes the last line of defense against a global invasion."
A star is born ... and that's gonna leave a mark!
On this day in 2012 (in India), people were yet again afraid to go back into the water with the big screen release of Jurassic Shark! Written (in part) and directed by Brett Kelly, the Horror/Fantasy starred Emanuelle Carriere, Christine Emes, and Celine Filion. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"When an oil company unwittingly unleashes a prehistoric shark from its icy prison, the Jurassic killer maroons a group of thieves and beautiful young female college students on an abandoned island."
"When an oil company unwittingly unleashes a prehistoric shark from its icy prison, the Jurassic killer maroons a group of thieves and beautiful young female college students on an abandoned island."
On this day in 2012 (in the U.S.), the 1971-produced SciFi/Classic The Andromeda Strain played for audiences in attendance of the RiverRun International Film Festival. Directed by Robert Wise from a screenplay adaptation of the Michael Crichton novel, the SciFi/Drama starred James Olson, Arthur Hill, and David Wayne; and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"A team of top scientists work feverishly in a secret, state-of-the-art laboratory to discover what has killed the citizens of a small town and learn how this deadly contagion can be stopped."
"A team of top scientists work feverishly in a secret, state-of-the-art laboratory to discover what has killed the citizens of a small town and learn how this deadly contagion can be stopped."
On this day in 2012 (in the United Kingdom), the Apocalypse drama The Divide gave audiences one more look at our impending doom. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"Survivors of a nuclear attack are grouped together for days in the basement of their apartment building, where fear and dwindling supplies wear away at their dynamic."
"Survivors of a nuclear attack are grouped together for days in the basement of their apartment building, where fear and dwindling supplies wear away at their dynamic."
On this day in 2012 (in Germany), the 1929-produced version of The Mysterious Island enjoyed a release on home video. Adapted from the novel by Jules Verne and directed by the team of Lucien Hubbard, Benjamin Christensen, and Maurice Tourneur, the SciFi/Fantasy starred Lionel Barrymore, Jacqueline Gadsdon, and Lloyd Hughes. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"On a volcanic island near the kingdom of Hetvia rules Count Dakkar, a benevolent leader and scientist who has eliminated class distinction among the island's inhabitants. Dakkar, his daughter Sonia and her fiance, engineer Nicolai Roget have designed a submarine which Roget pilots on its initial voyage just before the island is overrun by Baron Falon, despotic ruler of Hetvia. Falon sets out after Roget in a second submarine and the two craft, diving to the ocean's floor, discover a strange land populated by dragons, giant squid and an eerie undiscovered humanoid race."
"On a volcanic island near the kingdom of Hetvia rules Count Dakkar, a benevolent leader and scientist who has eliminated class distinction among the island's inhabitants. Dakkar, his daughter Sonia and her fiance, engineer Nicolai Roget have designed a submarine which Roget pilots on its initial voyage just before the island is overrun by Baron Falon, despotic ruler of Hetvia. Falon sets out after Roget in a second submarine and the two craft, diving to the ocean's floor, discover a strange land populated by dragons, giant squid and an eerie undiscovered humanoid race."
A star is born!
A star is born ... and someone get that man an exfoliant! On this day in 2013 (in Japan), Mosquito-Man (aka Sucker) (aka A Mosquito Man) took to the skies. Written (in part) and directed by Michael Manasseri, the SciFi/Comedy starred the same Manasseri along with Kimberley Yates, Jordan Trovillion, and Lloyd Kaufman; and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"Down on his luck and unlikely hero, Jim Crawley is having the worst day of his miserable life. He decides to end it all and even fails at that. An improbable event changes everything and he becomes a half man/half creature."
"Down on his luck and unlikely hero, Jim Crawley is having the worst day of his miserable life. He decides to end it all and even fails at that. An improbable event changes everything and he becomes a half man/half creature."
On this day in 2013 (in Swedeny), those dread abominable snowmen were up to some dastardly deeds with the release of Rage Of The Yeti. Directed by David Hewlett from a story by Craig Engler and Brooks Peck, the feature starred David Chokachi, Matthew Kevin Anderson, Yancy Butler, and others. Here's the plot summary provided by our friends at IMDB.com:
"A quest for riches becomes a fight for survival after treasure hunters find snow monsters on a mountain in the Arctic."
"A quest for riches becomes a fight for survival after treasure hunters find snow monsters on a mountain in the Arctic."
A star is born ... or was it manufactured?
On this day in 2013 (in the U.S.), audiences in attendance of the Tribeca Film Festival were treated to the theatrical premiere of The Machine. Written and directed by Caradog W. James, the SciFi/Thriller starred Toby Stephens, Caity Lotz, and Denis Lawson. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"In efforts to construct perfect android killing machines in a war against China, UK scientists exceed their goal and create a sentient robot."
For the record:
To the film's credit, The Machine earned a good share of love from screenings of the film festival circuit. It also reaped some praise at the 2013 BAFTA Awards in Wales where it snagged three trophies: 'Best Original Music,' 'Best Costume Design,' and 'Best Film.'
ExtraExtra Alert:
Back in 2013, I was fortunate to receive a complimentary DVD from a distributor relationship in exchange for a review of the feature. Interested in knowing what I thought? Readers can find my take right here.
"In efforts to construct perfect android killing machines in a war against China, UK scientists exceed their goal and create a sentient robot."
For the record:
To the film's credit, The Machine earned a good share of love from screenings of the film festival circuit. It also reaped some praise at the 2013 BAFTA Awards in Wales where it snagged three trophies: 'Best Original Music,' 'Best Costume Design,' and 'Best Film.'
ExtraExtra Alert:
Back in 2013, I was fortunate to receive a complimentary DVD from a distributor relationship in exchange for a review of the feature. Interested in knowing what I thought? Readers can find my take right here.
A star is born!
Just when you thought it was safe to go back into the paddock ... it's ... Llamageddon! Written (in part) and directed by Howie Dewin, the SciFi/Comedy starred Louie the Llama, Dany Ambassa, and Pinki Brainweis; and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"A killer llama from outer space crash lands on Earth and brings death and destruction to everyone in its path."
"A killer llama from outer space crash lands on Earth and brings death and destruction to everyone in its path."
On this day in 2015 (in Sweden), The Scribbler enjoyed its launch on home video. Directed by John Suits from a script by Dan Schaffer, the Fantasy/Thriller starred Katie Cassidy, Garret Dillahunt, and Michelle Trachtenberg. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"A young woman is facing her destructive multiple personalities using an experimental new procedure known as "The Siamese Burn.""
"A young woman is facing her destructive multiple personalities using an experimental new procedure known as "The Siamese Burn.""
On this day in 2016 (in the Netherlands), the 1981-produced Escape From New York enjoyed a special screening for audiences in attendance of the Imagine Film Festival. Written (in part) and directed by John Carpenter, the SciFi/Thriller starred Kurt Russell, Harry Dean Stanton, and Adrienne Barbeau. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"In the future, crime is out of control and New York City's Manhattan is a maximum security prison. Grabbing a bargaining chip right out of the air, convicts bring down the President's plane in bad old Gotham. Gruff Snake Plissken, a one-eyed lone warrior new to prison life, is coerced into bringing the President, and his cargo, out of this land of undesirables."
For the record:
At the 1982 Saturn Awards sponsored by the Academy Of Science Fiction, Fantasy, And Horror Films, Escape From New York enjoyed four nominations (but no wins) in the categories of 'Best Make-up,' 'Best Costumes,' 'Best Director,' and 'Best Science Fiction Film.'
"In the future, crime is out of control and New York City's Manhattan is a maximum security prison. Grabbing a bargaining chip right out of the air, convicts bring down the President's plane in bad old Gotham. Gruff Snake Plissken, a one-eyed lone warrior new to prison life, is coerced into bringing the President, and his cargo, out of this land of undesirables."
For the record:
At the 1982 Saturn Awards sponsored by the Academy Of Science Fiction, Fantasy, And Horror Films, Escape From New York enjoyed four nominations (but no wins) in the categories of 'Best Make-up,' 'Best Costumes,' 'Best Director,' and 'Best Science Fiction Film.'
A star is born!
On this day in 2018, Genesis happened! (Well, cinematically, that is ...) This SciFi/Drama was the third feature written and directed by the team of Freddie Hutton-Mills and Bart Ruspoli. The feature starred Olivia Grant, Chiké Okonkwo, Amrtia Acharia, and others. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"In a post-apocalyptic society, living underground as protection from pollution, the main concern is getting enough food and finding other survivors. A pollution-resistant android with A.I. is developed to help obtain this."
"In a post-apocalyptic society, living underground as protection from pollution, the main concern is getting enough food and finding other survivors. A pollution-resistant android with A.I. is developed to help obtain this."
On this day in 2018 (in Ireland), The Cured came to cinematic life. Written and directed by David Freyne, the SciFi/Horror starred Elliot Page, Sam Keeley, and Tom Vaughan-Lawlor. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"A disease that turns people into zombies has been cured. Society discriminates against the once-infected zombies, as do their own families, which causes social issues to arise. This leads to militant government interference."
For the record:
In 2019, The Cured enjoyed a Fangoria Chainsaw Awards nomination in the category of 'Best Screenplay.'
"A disease that turns people into zombies has been cured. Society discriminates against the once-infected zombies, as do their own families, which causes social issues to arise. This leads to militant government interference."
For the record:
In 2019, The Cured enjoyed a Fangoria Chainsaw Awards nomination in the category of 'Best Screenplay.'
On this day in 2019 (in the Philippines), audiences were treated to a dark future under the name of Captive State. Written (in part) and directed by Rupert Wyatt, the SciFi/Drama starred Ashton Sanders and John Goodman, and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"Nearly a decade after occupation by an extraterrestrial force, the lives of a Chicago neighborhood on both sides of the conflict are explored. In a working-class Chicago neighborhood occupied by an alien force for nine years, increased surveillance and the restriction of civil rights have given rise to an authoritarian system - and dissent among the populace."
"Nearly a decade after occupation by an extraterrestrial force, the lives of a Chicago neighborhood on both sides of the conflict are explored. In a working-class Chicago neighborhood occupied by an alien force for nine years, increased surveillance and the restriction of civil rights have given rise to an authoritarian system - and dissent among the populace."
On this day in 2019 (in the United Kingdom), Excursion enjoyed a full release via the internet. Written (in part) and directed by Martin Grof, the SciFi/Thriller starred Johnny Mindlin, Richard Canal, and Sophie Wilson. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"A mystery thriller about a 1980's devoted Czechoslovakian communist party member visiting his future self in London (UK), to make sure Socialism still prospers."
For the record:
To the film's credit, Excursion earned a good amount of recognition from screenings on the film festival circuit.
"A mystery thriller about a 1980's devoted Czechoslovakian communist party member visiting his future self in London (UK), to make sure Socialism still prospers."
For the record:
To the film's credit, Excursion earned a good amount of recognition from screenings on the film festival circuit.
On this day in 1954, Rocky Jones, Space Ranger aired "Bobby's Comet: Chapter III." This served as the sixth episode of the program's first (and only) season, and here's the plot summary as provided by TV.com:
"Professor Kardos lends his assistance to Griff, Darganto, and Cleolanthe of Ophiuchus who join together to lead an invasion of Fornax."
"Professor Kardos lends his assistance to Griff, Darganto, and Cleolanthe of Ophiuchus who join together to lead an invasion of Fornax."
On this day in 1960, Men Into Space aired "Voice of Infinity." This served as the twenty-eighth episode in the program's only season, and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"Space station Astra is chosen for a medical experiment to measure men's reactions to stress and fatigue. The medical director is convinced he can quantify a person's reactions to strain and so prevent accidents. Then a life-threatening problem on the space station requires men to perform well beyond their limits. An inner "voice of infinity" is what they heard, enabling them to save the situation."
"Space station Astra is chosen for a medical experiment to measure men's reactions to stress and fatigue. The medical director is convinced he can quantify a person's reactions to strain and so prevent accidents. Then a life-threatening problem on the space station requires men to perform well beyond their limits. An inner "voice of infinity" is what they heard, enabling them to save the situation."
On this day in 1964, The Outer Limits aired "Production and Decay of Strange Particles." This served as the thirtieth episode to the program's first season, and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"An accident at a nuclear research facility creates a dimensional doorway in which aliens need to widen to invade our world. A scientist races to discover a way to reverse the damage and close the doorway."
"An accident at a nuclear research facility creates a dimensional doorway in which aliens need to widen to invade our world. A scientist races to discover a way to reverse the damage and close the doorway."
On this day in 1966, Lost In Space aired "A Change Of Space." Officially, this served as the twenty-eighth episode in the program's first season, and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"A strange interdimensional ship turns Will into a genius and Dr. Smith into an old man."
"A strange interdimensional ship turns Will into a genius and Dr. Smith into an old man."
On this day in 1968, Doctor Who aired "Fury From The Deep, Part 6." This served as the thirty-fourth episode of the program's fifth season, and here's the plot summary from IMDB.com:
"The Doctor and Jamie rescue Victoria from Robson and realise they can destroy the Weed Creature with sound waves."
"The Doctor and Jamie rescue Victoria from Robson and realise they can destroy the Weed Creature with sound waves."
On this day in 1970 (in the United Kingdom), Doomwatch aired "Train And De-Train." Officially, this served as the tenth episode in the program's first season, and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"Two thousand animals are found dead in the Somerset countryside. Doomwatch investigate whether or not a new pesticide is to blame."
"Two thousand animals are found dead in the Somerset countryside. Doomwatch investigate whether or not a new pesticide is to blame."
On this day in 1975, The Six Million Dollar Man aired "Outrage in Balinderry." Officially, this served as the twenty-first episode in the program's second season, and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"An Amassador's wife is kidnapped by the Independent Balinderry Army, I.B.A. for short. As Steve Austin heads for the small island republic to save her, he becomes involved with Unit 10 of the I.B.A. and it's mysterious leader, Commander 10."
"An Amassador's wife is kidnapped by the Independent Balinderry Army, I.B.A. for short. As Steve Austin heads for the small island republic to save her, he becomes involved with Unit 10 of the I.B.A. and it's mysterious leader, Commander 10."
On this day in 1991, Star Trek: The Next Generation aired "Qpid." This served as the twentieth episode of the program's fourth season, and here's the plot summary from IMDB.com:
"Picard is visited by his archaeologist girlfriend, Vash. Then Q appears, claiming that he owes Picard a debt for helping him back into the Continuum. He decides to repay it by illustrating to Picard the pitfalls of getting involved with someone, by placing them all in a fantasy world where Picard is Robin Hood, Vash Maid Marian and Q the Sheriff of Nottingham."
"Picard is visited by his archaeologist girlfriend, Vash. Then Q appears, claiming that he owes Picard a debt for helping him back into the Continuum. He decides to repay it by illustrating to Picard the pitfalls of getting involved with someone, by placing them all in a fantasy world where Picard is Robin Hood, Vash Maid Marian and Q the Sheriff of Nottingham."
On this day in 1993, Quantum Leap aired "Memphis Melody." Officially, this served as the twenty-first episode in the program's fifth (and final) season, and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"While impersonating the King, Elvis Presley, Sam must save a Memphis Belle from a bad marriage."
"While impersonating the King, Elvis Presley, Sam must save a Memphis Belle from a bad marriage."
On this day in 1994, "Deathwalker" aired as the ninth episode of Babylon 5's first season. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"A war criminal scientist who is the last of the notorious Dilgars is discovered on B5 bearing an extraordinary medication that all the powers want."
"A war criminal scientist who is the last of the notorious Dilgars is discovered on B5 bearing an extraordinary medication that all the powers want."
The platoon called the Fighting 58th gets abandoned on a deserted world when their ship, the USS Saratoga, is suddenly called away into a major offensive. The soldiers are left with no food and only the weapons they have on them with no idea of how long they'll have to survive. The episode of Space: Above and Beyond called "Sugar Dirt" premiered on this day back in 1996.
On this day in 1997, The X-Files aired "Small Potatoes." Officially, this served as the twentieth episode in the program's fourth season, and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"Five unrelated women in a small town give birth to babies with small tails. The prime suspect is a man who can shape shift into whomever he wants."
"Five unrelated women in a small town give birth to babies with small tails. The prime suspect is a man who can shape shift into whomever he wants."
On this day in 2007, Stargate: SG-1 aired "Line in the Sand" as the twelfth episode of the program's tenth (and final) season. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"Having left Daniel behind with Adria, the remaining members of SG-1 have been testing some of the new technology acquired from Merlin. When they receive information that the Ori have delivered an ultimatum to villagers on P9C-882, Gen. Landry gives the go ahead to test the weapon on a much larger scale. Sam's doubts about the readiness of the device proves true with the end result being that she is seriously wounded and Teal'c is taken prisoner. Vala is transported to the Ori ship by her husband Tomin who has been tasked with converting her. Tomin begins to doubt his faith however when the prior orders all the villagers killed, even after they have submitted to the Ori's will."
"Having left Daniel behind with Adria, the remaining members of SG-1 have been testing some of the new technology acquired from Merlin. When they receive information that the Ori have delivered an ultimatum to villagers on P9C-882, Gen. Landry gives the go ahead to test the weapon on a much larger scale. Sam's doubts about the readiness of the device proves true with the end result being that she is seriously wounded and Teal'c is taken prisoner. Vala is transported to the Ori ship by her husband Tomin who has been tasked with converting her. Tomin begins to doubt his faith however when the prior orders all the villagers killed, even after they have submitted to the Ori's will."
On this day in 2007, Stargate: Atlantis aired "Echoes" as the twelfth episode to the program's third season. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"Teyla witnesses what appear to be an Ancient apparitions, which soon other people start to see."
"Teyla witnesses what appear to be an Ancient apparitions, which soon other people start to see."
On this day in 2010 (in Australia), Primeval aired "The Chase Continues." Officially, this served as the tenth episode in the program's third season, and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"Sarah and Becker battle giant insects who have come through the rift at Johnson's H.Q. whilst Abby, Connor and Danny pursue Helen Cutter through the anomaly she has created. Her plan is to travel back to Africa in the year four million B.C. in order to stop the evolution of human life. With Connor injured Danny faces her alone but has an unexpected ally to help him save the world. Can he make it back to his own time before the anomaly closes?"
"Sarah and Becker battle giant insects who have come through the rift at Johnson's H.Q. whilst Abby, Connor and Danny pursue Helen Cutter through the anomaly she has created. Her plan is to travel back to Africa in the year four million B.C. in order to stop the evolution of human life. With Connor injured Danny faces her alone but has an unexpected ally to help him save the world. Can he make it back to his own time before the anomaly closes?"
On this day in 2013, the clones came face-to-face in a deadly exchange on the BBC's stellar sci-fi drama, Orphan Black. "Effects on External Conditions" was curiously named indeed, and here's the episode summary from IMDB.com:
"Sarah returns the money to Alison who seems upset when Sarah mentions she has a biological daughter while her own are adopted. Still posing as Beth, Sarah and Beth's police partner Art Bell begin to track down the woman who attacked her. They find the house where she obviously did some self-surgery. She also left a message for Beth. She contacts Beth to arrange a meeting and identifies herself as Helena. Sarah finds a connection with Aggie Chen, the woman Beth shot. When she can't make a rendezvous to see her daughter Kira, Sarah has an easy solution."
"Sarah returns the money to Alison who seems upset when Sarah mentions she has a biological daughter while her own are adopted. Still posing as Beth, Sarah and Beth's police partner Art Bell begin to track down the woman who attacked her. They find the house where she obviously did some self-surgery. She also left a message for Beth. She contacts Beth to arrange a meeting and identifies herself as Helena. Sarah finds a connection with Aggie Chen, the woman Beth shot. When she can't make a rendezvous to see her daughter Kira, Sarah has an easy solution."
On this day in 2013, Doctor Who aired "Hide" as the tenth episode of the program's seventh season. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"The Doctor and Clara arrive at an old manor house in 1974 where Alec Palmer and Emma Grayling are investigating the existence of a ghost. Alec is a former army Major, now a psychologist, whilst Emma is an empathic psychic who can not only sense the presence of paranormal beings, but can sense their feelings as well. Palmer explains the house has been haunted for hundreds of years, and the ghost - a woman - is likely much older. Emma senses the ghost is very lonely, but the Doctor realises she's not a ghost at all, but a creature trapped in a zone where time moves much faster there than it does here. The good Doctor gets to play Cupid."
"The Doctor and Clara arrive at an old manor house in 1974 where Alec Palmer and Emma Grayling are investigating the existence of a ghost. Alec is a former army Major, now a psychologist, whilst Emma is an empathic psychic who can not only sense the presence of paranormal beings, but can sense their feelings as well. Palmer explains the house has been haunted for hundreds of years, and the ghost - a woman - is likely much older. Emma senses the ghost is very lonely, but the Doctor realises she's not a ghost at all, but a creature trapped in a zone where time moves much faster there than it does here. The good Doctor gets to play Cupid."
