On this day in 2010, Fantasy met Reality -- with a bit of Comedy thrown in for good measure -- with the premiere of A Good Knight's Quest. Starring Craig Frank, Paula Rhodes, and Charlie Bodin, the Fantasy series explored what could happen when a video game princess found her way from the small screen into our world, dragging along a gamer on her new-found adventures. It lasted for twenty-four fun-filled episodes.
Dub Taylor built his career as a character actor appearing largely in Westerns and period dramas, but -- late in his life -- he dusted off his hat and spurs for a role in the Time Travel comedy Back To The Future III (1990). Though he's no longer with us, Dub was born on this day in 1907.
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- In 2024, I received a complimentary Blu-ray of Burnt Offerings (1976) in exchange for a review on SciFiHistory.Net. (FYI: Mr. Taylor has a small role in it.) Interested in my thoughts on the project? Readers can find my review right here.
For better or for worse, Dane Clark took a gamble on a trip through TV's classic The Twilight Zone ... and I'm guessing he lost! (After all, The Twilight Zone is no place for games.) Late in his professional career, he enjoyed a guest spot aboard the short-lived Salvage 1. Though he's no longer with us, Clark was born on this day in 1912.
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Theodore Sturgeon's is a name well known in the annals of televised Science Fiction. He contributed scripts to such memorable properties as Out There, Tales Of Tomorrow, The Invaders, Star Trek, Land of the Lost, and The Twilight Zone. Interestingly enough, his script for Star Trek's "Amok Time" was nominated for a 1968 Hugo Award for 'Best Dramatic Presentation.' (It lost to Harlan Ellison's Star Trek entry, "The City Of The Edge Of Forever.") Though he's no longer with us, Sturgeon was born on this day in 1918.
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Leave us if you must, but make a grand exit: Oscar-nominated actress Margaret Leighton made her grand exit from the world of professional television with a role aboard Space:1999's memorable first season. As far as genre work goes, she also enjoyed a role in the SciFi/Horror/Miniseries Frankenstein: The True Story (1973). Though she's no longer with us, Leighton was born on this day in 1922.
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Ric (aka "Rik") Estrada was a comic book and animation artist who worked contributed to such popular genre properties as Star Trek, Flash Gordon, and He-Man And The Masters Of The Universe. Though he's no longer with us, Estrada was born on this day in 1928.
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1960's phenom Wilda Taylor stole a bit of screen time as a Suliban woman aboard an episode of Star Trek: Enterprise. Taylor was born on this day in 1930.
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When Mr. Spock underwent space puberty aboard the original Star Trek's "Amok Time," he was forced to return to Vulcan in order to sow his oats with his betrothed ... but stony-faced Lawrence Montaigne (as 'Stonn') Spock-blocked his green-blooded member from achieving the desired union. Montaigne had previously guested on this show (as a Romulan) in the first season episode "Balance Of Terror." Though he's no longer with us, Montaigne was born on this day in 1931.
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The sexy Michele Carey enjoyed a bevy of small roles aboard such popular SciFi franchises as The Wild Wild West, The Six Million Dollar Man, Man From Atlantis, and A Man Called Sloane. Though she's no longer with us, Carey was born on this day in 1942.
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Veteran character actor Bill Duke -- shown above in a screen cap from the legendary Predator (1987) -- celebrates his birthday alongside the some lovely ladies today. The man has also booked roles on TV's Starman and the late 80's version of The Twilight Zone. Duke was born on this day in 1943.
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In the late 1960's, fandom embraced Lost In Space's Judy Robinson -- better known as her real life counterpart, actress Marta Kristen. She went on to guest roles in such projects as Project U.F.O. and even a small role in 1980's B-movie Battle Beyond the Stars. In 1998, she returned to the Lost In Space franchise as a reporter in the big screen reboot. Kristen was born on this day in 1945.
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Even if only for laughs, a fetching Carmen Du Sautoy explored a fairly close portion of the Final Frontier for her work aboard the SciFi/Comedy Astronauts for ATV. Almost a decade earlier, she enjoyed a small role with Roger Moore in The Man With The Golden Gun (1974). Du Sautoy was born on this day in 1950.
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Barbara Niven has a resume that leans fairly heavily into more mainstream work than it does Science Fiction and Fantasy, but she still has a few credits of note that genre fans might get excited about. Look for her in small roles aboard the Wing Commander gaming franchise, Humanoids From The Deep (1996), I Married A Monster (1998), Charmed, and Hamlet's Ghost (2015). Niven was born on this day in 1953.
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When Limitless morphed from the silver screen to the small screen, Greg Germann joined the program for a few appearances as a government functionary. Germann was born on this day in 1958.
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I'm quick to remind readers that Science Fiction comes in all shapes, sizes, and (ahem) persuasions: that said, Adult film temptress Krista Lane (aka Rebecca Lynn) enjoyed a little bit of SciFinery with her work aboard the SciFi/Adult flick Droid (1988) for Even Steven Productions. Lane was born on this day in 1959.
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Who's up for a little dabo? No? Then how about a little Dabo girl? Maybe? Well, how about the best damn Dabo Girl in all the known universe? The always stunningly lovely Chase Masterson of Star Trek: Deep Space Nine fame turns another year lovelier today. Our special lady was born on this day in 1963.
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Dancer. Chef. Actor. Mark Dacascos can do it all. So far as his acting credits include, he's been a part of The Flash (1990), Solar Attack (2006), Alien Agent (2007), Stargate: Atlantis, and Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. Dacascos was born on this day in 1964.
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Actress, athlete, and former Playboy Playmate Alison Armitage knew how to turn heads for her work aboard the short-lived Black Scorpion series on television. Armitage was born on this day in 1965.
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Jennifer Grant has enjoyed screen time aboard such projects as TV's Time Trax, Savage (1996), and the Fantasy-themed Ghost Squad (2015). Grant was born on this day in 1966.
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Fay Ripley dabbled in the realm of black magic with a role aboard the TV series Bitchcraft. She's also enjoyed a bit of screen time aboard Frankenstein (1994), Mute Witness (1995), and Fungus The Bogeyman. Ripley was born on this day in 1966.
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Currie Graham is one of those great character actor who pops up all over the place. Well, thankfully, that's even the case in Science Fiction, as he's scored roles in Strange World, Stargate: The Ark of Truth, and Fringe. Graham was born on this day in 1967.
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Syfy's Eureka just never caught my interest. I watched the first season. I enjoyed the premise. It just never seemed to go anywhere. In any event, I don't hold that against its player, of which Ed Quinn gave it a go. Quinn was born on this day in 1968.
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Funnyman Steve Agee enjoyed some screen presence as one of the background players aboard Marvels' Guardians of the Galaxy Volume 2 (2017). Agee was born on this day in 1969.
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During his time in the professional acting business, Jad Mager got the chance to hang out with Jeri Ryan in an episode (or two) of Star Trek: Voyager. How cool is that? Mager was born on this day in 1969.
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Fans of 1980's TV Science Fiction might remember the fresh-faced Meeno Peluce as the equally fresh-faced 'Jeffrey Jones' traveling through time to right temporal inaccuracies aboard Voyagers! Peluce was born on this day in 1970.
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Actress and artist Lizzy Leigh will likely never slow down. Genre fans might notice her presence -- even in small roles -- as part of Clever Girl and 2019's Captive State. Leigh was born on this day in 1975.
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Drew Goddard is one of the big men behind-the-scenes of genre entertainment. In just a short amount of time, he's risen to the top of some hot properties, having crafted scripts for Cloverfield (2008), Lost, World War Z, and The Martian. Goddard was born on this day in 1975.
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Michelle Hardwick enjoyed a pair of uncredited appearances to the world of AMC TV's Apocalypse juggernaut The Walking Dead during its run on the network. Hardwick was born on this day in 1976.
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Demore Barnes first caught my eye with his work aboard CBS's pro-military franchise, The Unit. (Fabulous drama with a pro-U.S. focus, as well.) Thankfully he's delved into the realm of Science Fiction with roles aboard Syfy's 12 Monkeys and The CW's The Flash so that I can feature him here. As for other work? HBOMax's Titans offered up a recurring role, as did Starz Networks' horribly uneven adaptation of Neil Gaiman's American Gods that ending on a cliffhanger. Barnes was born on this day in 1976.
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Generally speaking, I've never been a huge fan of giving secondary characters a bit more screen time, but when they're as winning, wholesome, and witty as Doctor Who's 'Ingrid Oliver' I'm thrilled to make an exception. Oliver was born on this day in 1977.
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Now, I'm not gonna mix words over whether or not Aquaman (2018) was worth the price of admission. Honestly, I had my problems with it, mostly owed to the fact that some sequences are think had massive overkill with computer graphics. But, hey, it was fun, and it's rare that we get a fun comic book adaptation these days ... so kudos to writer/director James Wan for his time in the DC Cinematic Universe. Wan was born on this day in 1977.
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Veronica Ngo played the ill-fated 'Paige Tico' aboard Star Wars: Episode VIII - The Last Jedi (2017), a film full of ill-fated characters. Ngo was born on this day in 1979.
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Actress Georgia Taylor dipped her toes into the realm of televised Fantasy with a pair of visits to the world of the BBC's Life On Mars during its two season existence. Taylor was born on this day in 1980.
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When Westworld opened its doors for business on HBO, Demetrius Grosse found himself caught up in the SciFi intrigue as one of the bit players. He also boasts appearances in Fantasy with roles aboard Heroes and The Cape. Grosse was born on this day in 1981.
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He was but a relative newcomer on the entertainment scene when Shiloh Fernandez found modest small screen fame braving the Apocalypse that was CBS's Jericho. He's also been gainfully employed as part of such projects as Evil Dead (2013), Falling Water, and Tremors (2018). Fernandez was born on this day in 1985.
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I Am Number Four's Number Six -- aka actress Teresa Palmer -- also turns another year older and wiser today. She's also appeared in the zombie comedy Warm Bodies for those of you who like that sort of thing. Palmer was born on this day in 1986.
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When but an urchin, Taylor Dooley dipped her Spandex-clad toes in the waters of Fantasy aboard The Adventures Of Sharkboy and Lavagirl in 3D (2005). Dooley was born on this day in 1993.
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A star is born!
On this day in 1920 (in Germany), the good people of Berlin were invited to the exclusive theatrical premiere of the groundbreaking Silent Era film The Cabinet Of Dr. Caligari. Directed by Robert Wiene from a story by Carl Mayer and Hans Janowitz, the Horror/Thriller starred Conrad Veidt, Werner Krauss, and Lil Dagover. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"Francis, a young man, recalls in his memory the horrible experiences he and his fiancée Jane recently went through. It is the annual fair in Holstenwall. Francis and his friend Alan visit The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari, an exhibit where the mysterious doctor shows the somnambulist Cesare, and awakens him for some moments from his death-like sleep. When Alan asks Cesare about his future, Cesare answers that he will die before dawn. The next morning Alan is found dead. Francis suspects Cesare of being the murderer, and starts spying on him and Dr. Caligari. The following night Cesare is going to stab Jane in her bed, but softens when he sees the beautiful woman, and instead of committing another murder, he abducts her. Jane's father awakens because of the noise, and he and some servants follow the fleeing Cesare. When Cesare cannot outrun his pursuers anymore, he gently places Jane down on the ground, and runs away. Francis and the police investigate the caravan of Dr. Caligari, but the doctor succeeds in slipping away. Francis pursues the fleeing Dr. Caligari, and sees him disappear into a madhouse. Francis enters the madhouse, where he is sure he will find the truth behind all these mysterious events."
"Francis, a young man, recalls in his memory the horrible experiences he and his fiancée Jane recently went through. It is the annual fair in Holstenwall. Francis and his friend Alan visit The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari, an exhibit where the mysterious doctor shows the somnambulist Cesare, and awakens him for some moments from his death-like sleep. When Alan asks Cesare about his future, Cesare answers that he will die before dawn. The next morning Alan is found dead. Francis suspects Cesare of being the murderer, and starts spying on him and Dr. Caligari. The following night Cesare is going to stab Jane in her bed, but softens when he sees the beautiful woman, and instead of committing another murder, he abducts her. Jane's father awakens because of the noise, and he and some servants follow the fleeing Cesare. When Cesare cannot outrun his pursuers anymore, he gently places Jane down on the ground, and runs away. Francis and the police investigate the caravan of Dr. Caligari, but the doctor succeeds in slipping away. Francis pursues the fleeing Dr. Caligari, and sees him disappear into a madhouse. Francis enters the madhouse, where he is sure he will find the truth behind all these mysterious events."
On this day in 1951 (in Denmark), Rocketship X-M blasted off into theaters. Directed by Kurt Neumann, the SciFi/Drama starred Lloyd Bridges, Osa Massen, and John Emery, and 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 1960 (in East Germany), First Spaceship On Venus landed in theaters. Directed by Kurt Maetzig from an adaptation of the Stanislaw Lem novel ("Astronauci"), the SciFi/Drama starred Yoko Tani, Oldrich Lukes, and Ignacy Machowski. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"When an alien artifact discovered on Earth is found to have come from Venus, an international team of astronauts embarks to investigate its origins."
"When an alien artifact discovered on Earth is found to have come from Venus, an international team of astronauts embarks to investigate its origins."
On this day in 1962 (in Denmark), The Magic Sword was unsheathed cinematically. Written and directed by Bert I. Gordon, the Fantasy feature starred Basil Rathbone and Gary Lockwood, and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"The son of a sorceress, armed with weapons, armour and six magically summoned knights, embarks on a quest to save a princess from a vengeful wizard."
"The son of a sorceress, armed with weapons, armour and six magically summoned knights, embarks on a quest to save a princess from a vengeful wizard."
A star is born! On this day in 1973, the SciFi/Telefilm The Stranger first aired on the Boob Tube. The feature starred Glenn Corbett and Sharon Acker, and here's the plot summary as provided by our friends at IMDB.com:
"After a freak mishap, an astronaut finds himself on an almost precise copy of Earth (right down to the Plymouth cars). However, this planet has three moons, and is run by an Orwellian government called The Perfect Order, who seek out and crush all dissidents either by outright assassination or by having them treated at "Ward E." Hunted and alone, the story traces the astronaut's efforts to evade capture and return home."
"After a freak mishap, an astronaut finds himself on an almost precise copy of Earth (right down to the Plymouth cars). However, this planet has three moons, and is run by an Orwellian government called The Perfect Order, who seek out and crush all dissidents either by outright assassination or by having them treated at "Ward E." Hunted and alone, the story traces the astronaut's efforts to evade capture and return home."
A star is born!
On this day in 1982 (in the U.S.), the good people of Wichita, Kansas were treated to the exclusive theatrical premiere of Visiting Hours. Directed by Jean-Claude Lord from a story by Brian Taggert, the Slasher/Horror starred William Shatner, Linda Purl, and Michael Ironside. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"The famous television anchor Deborah Ballin discusses the case of the abused woman Janet Macklyn, who killed her husband in self-defense, with his attorney Porter Halstrom that won the case since Macklyn's public defense lawyer was inexperienced. Ballin promises to hire an experienced lawyer to defend Macklyn and take her out of the prison. Her attitude triggers the racist and misogynist Colt Hawker, who has trauma from his childhood when his mother burnt the face of his beloved father, and he unsuccessfully tries to kill Ballin. She goes to the County General Hospital and befriends the nurse Sheila Munroe, where she is submitted to a surgery. However, Colt proceeds in his crime spree, killing other patients and endangering Sheila's family while looking for Ballin."
"The famous television anchor Deborah Ballin discusses the case of the abused woman Janet Macklyn, who killed her husband in self-defense, with his attorney Porter Halstrom that won the case since Macklyn's public defense lawyer was inexperienced. Ballin promises to hire an experienced lawyer to defend Macklyn and take her out of the prison. Her attitude triggers the racist and misogynist Colt Hawker, who has trauma from his childhood when his mother burnt the face of his beloved father, and he unsuccessfully tries to kill Ballin. She goes to the County General Hospital and befriends the nurse Sheila Munroe, where she is submitted to a surgery. However, Colt proceeds in his crime spree, killing other patients and endangering Sheila's family while looking for Ballin."
A star is born! On this day in 1984 (in West Germany), Repo Man enjoyed its first theatrical presentation ever when it played for audiences in attendance of the Berlin International Film Festival. Written and directed by Alex Cox, the SciFi/Comedy starred Emilio Estevez, Harry Dean Stanton, and Tracey Walter; and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"A young punk recruited by a car repossession agency finds himself in pursuit of a Chevrolet Malibu that is wanted for a $20,000 bounty - and has something otherworldly stashed in its trunk."
For the record:
To the film's credit, it created a bit of buzz on the film festival circuit. At the 1985 Saturn Awards, actress Tracey Walter won the statue for the 'Best Supporting Actor' category while writer/director Alex Cox lost out on the 'Best Writing' win.
"A young punk recruited by a car repossession agency finds himself in pursuit of a Chevrolet Malibu that is wanted for a $20,000 bounty - and has something otherworldly stashed in its trunk."
For the record:
To the film's credit, it created a bit of buzz on the film festival circuit. At the 1985 Saturn Awards, actress Tracey Walter won the statue for the 'Best Supporting Actor' category while writer/director Alex Cox lost out on the 'Best Writing' win.
A star is born! On this day in 1988, the craptacular Alien From L.A. was ceremoniously dumped into theatres. Directed by Albert Pyun, this vehicle looked to bring Kathy Ireland's wholesome goodness to the silver screen; instead, it didn't. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the film's plot summary:
"A nerdy teen-age girl goes looking for her missing archaeologist father, and stumbles into a strange subterranean civilization."
"A nerdy teen-age girl goes looking for her missing archaeologist father, and stumbles into a strange subterranean civilization."
On this day in 1988 (in Brazil and Portugal), Cherry 2000 mixed SciFi and Romance with the lovely face of Melanie Griffith. Directed by Steve De Jarnatt, the feature also starred David Andrews and Pamela Gidley, and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"In 2017, a successful businessman travels to the ends of the earth to find that the perfect woman is always under his nose. He hires a sexy renegade tracker to find an exact duplicate of his android wife."
"In 2017, a successful businessman travels to the ends of the earth to find that the perfect woman is always under his nose. He hires a sexy renegade tracker to find an exact duplicate of his android wife."
A star is born! On this day in 1988 (in the United Kingdom), Remote Control enjoyed its original release on home video. Written and directed by Jeff Lieberman, the SciFi/Comedy starred Kevin Dillon, Deborah Goodrich, and Christopher Wynne. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"A video store clerk stumbles onto an alien plot to take over Earth by brain-washing people with a bad '50s science fiction movie. He and his friend must find a way to stop the aliens before the tapes can be distributed worldwide."
"A video store clerk stumbles onto an alien plot to take over Earth by brain-washing people with a bad '50s science fiction movie. He and his friend must find a way to stop the aliens before the tapes can be distributed worldwide."
On this day in 1993 (in Hungary), Steel Dawn roses up from the ashes of Earth's tomorrow. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"In a post-apocalyptic world, a warrior wandering through the desert comes upon a group of settlers who are being menaced by a murderous gang that is after the water they control."
"In a post-apocalyptic world, a warrior wandering through the desert comes upon a group of settlers who are being menaced by a murderous gang that is after the water they control."
On this day in 1998 (in Hungary), The Arrival made its arrival in theaters. Written and directed by David Twohy, the SciFi feature starred Charlie Sheen and Lindsay Crouse, and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"Zane, an astronomer, discovers intelligent alien life. But the aliens are keeping a deadly secret, and will do anything to stop Zane from learning it."
"Zane, an astronomer, discovers intelligent alien life. But the aliens are keeping a deadly secret, and will do anything to stop Zane from learning it."
A star is born!
On this day in 1998 (in the U.S.), home audiences were treated to the broadcast television debut of Host (aka Virtual Obsession). Based on a novel by Peter James, the SciFi/Thriller was crafted for the small screen by P.G. Sturges and director Mick Garris. The feature starred Peter Gallagher, Mimi Rogers, and Jake Lloyd. According to our friends at Wikipedia.org, here's the plot summary:
"Scientist Joe Messenger has created a supercomputer controlling the city's utilities. Juliet Spring, a computer technician who becomes Joe's assistant, is incurably ill and plans to transfer her consciousness to Joe's supercomputer."
"Scientist Joe Messenger has created a supercomputer controlling the city's utilities. Juliet Spring, a computer technician who becomes Joe's assistant, is incurably ill and plans to transfer her consciousness to Joe's supercomputer."
On this day in 1999 (in Portugal), Tale Of The Mummy played for audiences in attendance of the Fantasporto Film Festival. Written and directed by Russell Mulcahy, the Fantasy feature starred Jason Scott Lee and Louise Lombard, and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"Centuries ago, under the sands of ancient Egypt, a Prince was buried and his tomb eternally cursed so that no man would ever again suffer from his evil ways. But hundreds of years later on a greedy search for treasure, a group of archaeologists break the cursed seal of the tomb. Every man vanishes without a trace, leaving behind only a log book, and a deadly warning of the legend of the bloodthursty Talos. Fifty years later, the log book ends up in the hands of the granddaughter of the head archaeologist, and she defiantly sets out to retrace his steps. Discovering the forbidden treasure, she recovers a sacred amulet and once again unleashes the savage power of the tomb. Racing through the streets of London, and against the force of a rare interplanetary line-up, she, along with the help of her original dig team and an American detective, desperately try to turn back the inhuman curse and to keep Talos from destroying all in his path in an attempt to gain immortal power."
"Centuries ago, under the sands of ancient Egypt, a Prince was buried and his tomb eternally cursed so that no man would ever again suffer from his evil ways. But hundreds of years later on a greedy search for treasure, a group of archaeologists break the cursed seal of the tomb. Every man vanishes without a trace, leaving behind only a log book, and a deadly warning of the legend of the bloodthursty Talos. Fifty years later, the log book ends up in the hands of the granddaughter of the head archaeologist, and she defiantly sets out to retrace his steps. Discovering the forbidden treasure, she recovers a sacred amulet and once again unleashes the savage power of the tomb. Racing through the streets of London, and against the force of a rare interplanetary line-up, she, along with the help of her original dig team and an American detective, desperately try to turn back the inhuman curse and to keep Talos from destroying all in his path in an attempt to gain immortal power."
A star is born! On this day in 2002, the Horror/SciFi hybrid The Mangler 2 found itself in front of audiences. The feature starred Lance Henriksen and Chelse Swain, and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"A teenager girl mistakenly downloads the Mangler 2.0 computer virus into her highschool's new state of the art computer system and all hell breaks loose."
"A teenager girl mistakenly downloads the Mangler 2.0 computer virus into her highschool's new state of the art computer system and all hell breaks loose."
A star is born! OK, kids, don't say I didn't warn you: on this day in 2002, the sexy SciFi/Farce Play-Mate Of The Apes swung onto home video. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's all you need to know about this skinky feature:
"Three sexy astronauts crash land on a planet where apes rule. They attract the attention of human-friendly scientist Dr Kweera and the wild woman Uvala and soon unbridled female lust threatens ape society."
"Three sexy astronauts crash land on a planet where apes rule. They attract the attention of human-friendly scientist Dr Kweera and the wild woman Uvala and soon unbridled female lust threatens ape society."
On this day in 2002 (in Hungary), the 1991-produced Wedlock enjoyed its debut on home video. Directed by Lewis Teague, the SciFi/Drama starred Rutger Hauer, Joan Chen, and Mimi Rogers; and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"Frank has been convicted of stealing millions of dollars in diamonds, which have not been recovered. In his unisex prison, each inmate has an unknown partner. When the two are separated by more than one hundred yards, an explosive collar kills both inmates. Frank and his female partner escape and head for the money, but they are hotly pursued by his double-crossing colleagues."
"Frank has been convicted of stealing millions of dollars in diamonds, which have not been recovered. In his unisex prison, each inmate has an unknown partner. When the two are separated by more than one hundred yards, an explosive collar kills both inmates. Frank and his female partner escape and head for the money, but they are hotly pursued by his double-crossing colleagues."
A star is born! On this day in 2005 (in the U.S.), Alien Siege enjoyed its first airing on broadcast television. Written (in part) and directed by Robert Stadd, the SciFi/Drama starred Brad Johnson, Erin Ross, and Lilas Lane. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"An advanced race of aliens descends upon Earth with a single goal - the blood of eight million humans to save their own dying planet."
"An advanced race of aliens descends upon Earth with a single goal - the blood of eight million humans to save their own dying planet."
On this day in 2008 (in Greece), The Hive enjoyed its release on home video. Directed by Peter Manus, this SciFi/Telefilm starred Tom Wopat and Kal Weber, and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"When ants, displaying never-before-seen behavior, seize an island, the controversial Thorax Team is called to stop the massive threat only to discover that the ants are controlled by something beyond this world."
"When ants, displaying never-before-seen behavior, seize an island, the controversial Thorax Team is called to stop the massive threat only to discover that the ants are controlled by something beyond this world."
A star is born! On this day in 2011, US audiences were treated to the television premiere of 51. The SciFi/Telefilm starred Tammi Arender and Randy Austin, and here's the plot summary from IMDB.com:
"When one of the base's hidden 'long term visitors' exploits this unprecedented visit as a chance to liberate himself and his fellow alien captives, Area 51 turns from a secure government base to a horrifying destination of terror."
"When one of the base's hidden 'long term visitors' exploits this unprecedented visit as a chance to liberate himself and his fellow alien captives, Area 51 turns from a secure government base to a horrifying destination of terror."
A star is born! On this day in 2011 (in Japan), Invasion Of Alien Bikini (aka Eillieon bikini) enjoyed its silver screen debut when it was screened for audiences in attendance of the Yubari International Fantastic Film Festival. Directed by Young-doo Oh, the SciFi/Comedy starred Eun-Jung Ha in the leading role, and here's the plot summary as provided by our friends at IMDB.com:
"A city hero saves a girl but she is an alien which needs sperms to reproduce. She seduces the city hero who has taken a vow of chastity."
For the record:
To the film's credit, Invasion Of Alien Bikini enjoyed a wee bit of attention from a screening on the film festival circuit.
"A city hero saves a girl but she is an alien which needs sperms to reproduce. She seduces the city hero who has taken a vow of chastity."
For the record:
To the film's credit, Invasion Of Alien Bikini enjoyed a wee bit of attention from a screening on the film festival circuit.
A star is born!
On this day in 2012 (in the Philippines, Brazil, Australia, and Japan), Rape Zombie: Lust Of The Dead tried to mix Horror and Comedy in a ghoulish way with its premiere via the Information Superhighway. Written (in part) and directed by Naoyuki Tomomatsu, the feature starred Rina Aikawa, Yui Aikawa, and Asami. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"A contagion turns men into violent, sexually aggressive zombies worldwide. Surviving women must fight for survival by finding a way to kill the infected men, possibly humanity's only hope."
"A contagion turns men into violent, sexually aggressive zombies worldwide. Surviving women must fight for survival by finding a way to kill the infected men, possibly humanity's only hope."
A star is born!
On this day in 2016 (in the United Kingdom), Pandemic made audiences sick -- with fear! -- with its theatrical premiere at the Glasgow Fright Fest. Directed by John Suits from a story by Dustin T. Benson, the SciFi/Horror starred Rachel Nichols, Alfie Allen, and Missi Pyle. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"Set in the near future, a virus of epic proportions has overtaken the planet. There are more infected than uninfected, and humanity is losing its grip on survival. Its only hope is finding a cure and keeping the infected contained. Lauren (Rachel Nichols) is a doctor, who, after the fall of New York, comes to Los Angeles to lead a team to hunt for and rescue uninfected survivors."
"Set in the near future, a virus of epic proportions has overtaken the planet. There are more infected than uninfected, and humanity is losing its grip on survival. Its only hope is finding a cure and keeping the infected contained. Lauren (Rachel Nichols) is a doctor, who, after the fall of New York, comes to Los Angeles to lead a team to hunt for and rescue uninfected survivors."
On this day in 2017 (in Germany), Guardians showed up to save life as we know it. Directed by Sarik Andreasyan, the SciFi/Fantasy feature starred Anton Pampushnyy and Sanjar Madi, and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"During the Cold War, an organization called "Patriot" created a super-hero squad, which includes members of multiple Soviet republics. For years, the heroes had to hide their identities, but in hard times they must show themselves again."
"During the Cold War, an organization called "Patriot" created a super-hero squad, which includes members of multiple Soviet republics. For years, the heroes had to hide their identities, but in hard times they must show themselves again."
A star is born ... and then it went up in flames! On this day in 2018 (in the U.S.), the good people of Hollywood, California were treated to one of the biggest box office catastrophes of the modern movie era when heavyweight Oprah Winfrey decimated a Fantasy classic better known as A Wrinkle In Time. Directed by critical darling Ava DuVernay, the film starred Storm Reid, Reese Witherspoon, and Chris Pine. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"After the disappearance of her scientist father, three peculiar beings send Meg, her brother, and her friend to space in order to find him."
For the record:
In 2018, the Golden Schmoes Awards nominated A Wrinkle In Time in the category of Worst Film Of The Year.
"After the disappearance of her scientist father, three peculiar beings send Meg, her brother, and her friend to space in order to find him."
For the record:
In 2018, the Golden Schmoes Awards nominated A Wrinkle In Time in the category of Worst Film Of The Year.
On this day in 2019, 1976's Battle For The Lost Planet enjoyed a Blu-ray release compliments of Vinegar Syndrome. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"After hijacking a space shuttle, a spy finds that the controls are malfunctioning and sees alien battleships approaching Earth. Many years later, when the arc of his flight path returns to earth, he finds the planet under alien domination."
"After hijacking a space shuttle, a spy finds that the controls are malfunctioning and sees alien battleships approaching Earth. Many years later, when the arc of his flight path returns to earth, he finds the planet under alien domination."
A star is born!
On this day in 2021 (in the U.S.), Alien Conquest blasted its ways into our collective consciousness. Directed by Mario N. Bonassin from a story by Joe Roche and H.G. Wells, the SciFi/Fantasy starred Emily Killian, Tom Sizemore, and Torrey Richardson. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"Sibling astronomers discover Martians are threatening to attack Earth, but no one believes them-until Martians land and nearly destroy all of New York City."
"Sibling astronomers discover Martians are threatening to attack Earth, but no one believes them-until Martians land and nearly destroy all of New York City."
On this day in 1955, Captain Midnight aired the ominously titled "Peril From The Arctic." This served as the twenty-sixth episode of the program's first season, and here's the plot summary as provided by TV.com:
"On a mission to Alaska, Captain Midnight and Ikky respond to a Mayday message. They make a landing in the remote northwest and discover a cabin where a renegade scientist is experimenting with an anti-magnetic force which is intended to form the basis of a military attack against the United States."
"On a mission to Alaska, Captain Midnight and Ikky respond to a Mayday message. They make a landing in the remote northwest and discover a cabin where a renegade scientist is experimenting with an anti-magnetic force which is intended to form the basis of a military attack against the United States."
On this day in 1955, Tom Corbett, Space Cadet launched "Assignment: Mercury." According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's that adventure's plot summary:
"A mistake by T.J. causes the Polaris to veer into Mercury's atmosphere - and it's deadly temperature."
"A mistake by T.J. causes the Polaris to veer into Mercury's atmosphere - and it's deadly temperature."
On this day in 1960, Rod Serling threw open the door for viewers to take another journey into his signature series from the Golden Age of Television, The Twilight Zone. "Mirror Image" was the twenty-first episode of the first season, and here's the plot summary from IMDB.com:
"While waiting in a bus station, Millicent Barnes has the strange feeling that her doppelganger is trying to take over her life."
"While waiting in a bus station, Millicent Barnes has the strange feeling that her doppelganger is trying to take over her life."
On this day in 1963 (in Japan), the original AstroBoy aired "Hullabaloo Land" (occasionally, this one appears referenced as "Hullabaloo Island"). According to our friends at TV.com, here's the plot summary:
"In a theme park called Robot Land, robots dress up like characters from famous children's books. Astro Boy discovers that there is an underground factory with slave robots that are being forced to make weapons."
"In a theme park called Robot Land, robots dress up like characters from famous children's books. Astro Boy discovers that there is an underground factory with slave robots that are being forced to make weapons."
On this day in 1966, Doctor Who aired "Bell Of Doom." This served as the twenty-fifth episode of the program's third season, and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"Steven rejoins the Doctor and they leave Paris just ahead of the massacre, leaving Anne behind."
"Steven rejoins the Doctor and they leave Paris just ahead of the massacre, leaving Anne behind."
On this day in 1969 (in the United Kingdom), The Champions aired "Get Me Out Of Here!" Officially, this served as the twenty-second episode in the program's only season on television, and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"Whilst on a philanthropic visit to her home island of San Dios medical researcher Professor Anna Maria Martes is placed under house arrest as the corrupt government want her to continue her work on the island, allowing them to take the credit. She is on the verge of an important breakthrough and the Champions are sent to rescue her. Craig makes contact but is spotted and Anna Maria is taken to jail, allegedly for her own safety. The Champions cripple the jail's generator and, using their night vision to see in the dark, break in and spring her. They have still to get her to the escape boat moored on the coast but help comes from an unlikely source."
"Whilst on a philanthropic visit to her home island of San Dios medical researcher Professor Anna Maria Martes is placed under house arrest as the corrupt government want her to continue her work on the island, allowing them to take the credit. She is on the verge of an important breakthrough and the Champions are sent to rescue her. Craig makes contact but is spotted and Anna Maria is taken to jail, allegedly for her own safety. The Champions cripple the jail's generator and, using their night vision to see in the dark, break in and spring her. They have still to get her to the escape boat moored on the coast but help comes from an unlikely source."
On this day in 1972, an all-new Doctor Who serial began with the airing of "The Sea Devils: Part 1." This served as the ninth episode of the program's ninth season, and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"The Doctor and Jo visit the Master at his island prison where the Doctor becomes curious about a number of ships sinking in the area."
"The Doctor and Jo visit the Master at his island prison where the Doctor becomes curious about a number of ships sinking in the area."
On this day in 1977, an all-new Doctor Who serial begun with the airing of "The Talons Of Weng-Chiang: Part 1." This served as the twenty-first episode of the program's fourteenth season, and here's the premise from IMDB.com:
"The Doctor and Leela land in Victorian London, and find themselves in the middle of missing girls, mutilated bodies, and vicious Chinese gangs. The Palace theater, presenting hypnotist Li H'sen Chang seems to be at the center of it all."
"The Doctor and Leela land in Victorian London, and find themselves in the middle of missing girls, mutilated bodies, and vicious Chinese gangs. The Palace theater, presenting hypnotist Li H'sen Chang seems to be at the center of it all."
On this day in 1978, Project U.F.O. aired "Sighting 4002: The Joshua Flats Incident." This served as the second episode of the program's first season, and here's the plot summary from IMDB.com:
"Prominent citizens of a town report seeing a UFO, but investigators cannot get information from them and turn instead to an eleven-year-old boy."
"Prominent citizens of a town report seeing a UFO, but investigators cannot get information from them and turn instead to an eleven-year-old boy."
On this day in 1978 (in West Germany), Space:1999 aired "Earthbound." Officially, this served as the fourteenth episode in the program's first season, and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"A vessel of alien pacifists, bound for Earth, lands on the moon. They are greeted as friends by all- except Commissioner Simmons who sees their vessel as way to return home."
"A vessel of alien pacifists, bound for Earth, lands on the moon. They are greeted as friends by all- except Commissioner Simmons who sees their vessel as way to return home."
On this day in 1979, Battle Of The Planets aired "The Fiery Lava Giant." This served as the twenty-second episode of the program's first season, and here's the plot summary as provided by TV.com:
"On Space Island, a colonized asteroid, a Lava Giant suddenly appears and goes on a rampage."
"On Space Island, a colonized asteroid, a Lava Giant suddenly appears and goes on a rampage."
On this day in 1979, Salvage 1 aired "The Haunting of Manderley Mansion." This served as the fourth episode of the program's first season, and here's the plot summary from IMDB.com:
"The Salvage 1 team befriends a alien creature from Andromeda who has crashed on Earth and assumed Harry's shape. The alien needs Harry's rocket to escape Earth's gravity and resume his journey home."
"The Salvage 1 team befriends a alien creature from Andromeda who has crashed on Earth and assumed Harry's shape. The alien needs Harry's rocket to escape Earth's gravity and resume his journey home."
On this day in 1990, Alien Nation aired "Crossing the Line." This served as the seventeenth episode of the program's only season, and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"Francisco worries that Sykes is hiding something when he cancels his vacation plans to help track down a killer."
"Francisco worries that Sykes is hiding something when he cancels his vacation plans to help track down a killer."
On this day in 1992, Quantum Leap aired "A Song For The Soul." Officially, this served as the fifteenth episode in the program's fourth season, and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"Singing in a 1960's black girl band, Sam must save one member from an unscrupulous nightclub owner."
"Singing in a 1960's black girl band, Sam must save one member from an unscrupulous nightclub owner."
Even as it was winding down its weekly stories, Star Trek: The Next Generation never avoided tackling some risky subjects, including suicide. On this day in 1994, "Eye of the Beholder" aired as part of that final season, and here's what IMDB.com had to say about it:
"As a young lieutenant aboard the Enterprise commits suicide, his ship mates deal with the loss and Deanna deals with feelings surrounding her as she and Worf begin to form a relationship."
[If you or someone you know is contemplating suicide, please share the number for the National Suicide Prevention Hotline: 1-800-273-8255. It's never too late to save a life.]
"As a young lieutenant aboard the Enterprise commits suicide, his ship mates deal with the loss and Deanna deals with feelings surrounding her as she and Worf begin to form a relationship."
[If you or someone you know is contemplating suicide, please share the number for the National Suicide Prevention Hotline: 1-800-273-8255. It's never too late to save a life.]
On this day in 1995, Seaquest DSV aired "Alone." Officially, this served as the fifteenth episode in the program's second season, and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"A rogue psychic with tremendous powers targets UEO officials. Eventually all psychics are rounded up and placed in concentration camps. Wendy who is the only hope of stopping the psychic is also targeted by both the psychic and the UEO."
"A rogue psychic with tremendous powers targets UEO officials. Eventually all psychics are rounded up and placed in concentration camps. Wendy who is the only hope of stopping the psychic is also targeted by both the psychic and the UEO."
On this day in 1996, Babylon 5 aired "Point Of No Return." This hour served as the ninth episode to the program's third season, and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"Nightwatch takes control of Babylon 5 security. The widow of the former Centauri Emperor visits Londo, and gives Londo and Vir news of their future."
"Nightwatch takes control of Babylon 5 security. The widow of the former Centauri Emperor visits Londo, and gives Londo and Vir news of their future."
On this day back in 1996, Benjamin Sisko's life got a bit easier (for an hour, at least!) when Star Trek: Deep Space Nine aired "Accession" as part of its fourth season. Here's the episode summary from IMDB.com:
"A man claiming to be the emissary comes through the wormhole. Sisko is happy to give up his position. Meanwhile Keiko returns and O'Brien stops spending time with Bashir."
"A man claiming to be the emissary comes through the wormhole. Sisko is happy to give up his position. Meanwhile Keiko returns and O'Brien stops spending time with Bashir."
On this day in 1996, Star Trek: Voyager aired "Lifesigns." This served as the nineteenth episode of the program's second season, and here's the plot summary that's provided by IMDB.com:
"The Doctor saves a Vidiian dying from the Phage by placing her consciousness in a holographic body and then thinks that he is falling in love with her."
"The Doctor saves a Vidiian dying from the Phage by placing her consciousness in a holographic body and then thinks that he is falling in love with her."
On this day in 1997, Star Trek: Voyager aired "Rise." This served as the nineteenth episode of the program's third season, and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"While helping a planet being bombarded by asteroids, Neelix and Tuvok get trapped on the surface and Tuvok's negative attitude is getting on Neelix's nerves."
"While helping a planet being bombarded by asteroids, Neelix and Tuvok get trapped on the surface and Tuvok's negative attitude is getting on Neelix's nerves."
On this day in 1999, Stargate: SG-1 aired "Show And Tell." This served as the twentieth episode in the long-running program's second season, and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"When an incoming wormhole is established at the SGC, the iris is over-ridden and opened. A young boy appears and tells the SGC that they are in terrible danger from a group of terrorists. But these terrorists are invisible creatures and they are determined to wipe out all humans to prevent them being used as hosts to the Goa'uld."
"When an incoming wormhole is established at the SGC, the iris is over-ridden and opened. A young boy appears and tells the SGC that they are in terrible danger from a group of terrorists. But these terrorists are invisible creatures and they are determined to wipe out all humans to prevent them being used as hosts to the Goa'uld."
On this day in 1999 (in Australia), Thunderstone aired "Twin Brothers." This served as the third episode in the program's first season, and here's the plot summary as listed on TV.com:
"After being captured by the Nomad Sundance, Noah comes face-to-face with the Protector Sutch, Sundance's twin brother. Back at North Col, Dr. Pretorius and Becky are trying to re-trace what Noah did in order to find him and bring him back."
"After being captured by the Nomad Sundance, Noah comes face-to-face with the Protector Sutch, Sundance's twin brother. Back at North Col, Dr. Pretorius and Becky are trying to re-trace what Noah did in order to find him and bring him back."
On this day in 2000, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's The Lost World aired "Birthright" in television syndication. This served as the eighteenth episode of the program's first season, and here's the plot summary from IMDB.com:
"Marguerite, Challenger and Malone come across a buried, mummified corpse, which just has a little life left in it."
"Marguerite, Challenger and Malone come across a buried, mummified corpse, which just has a little life left in it."
On this day in 2001, Gene Roddenberry's Andromeda aired "The Sum Of Its Parts." This served as the sixteenth episode of the program's first season, and here's the plot summary as detailed on IMDB.com:
"When the Andromeda passes through a debris field, the crew is surprised to find the debris forces its way into the ship and forms an android, who claims to come in peace, expecting a hug. He claims to represent the Consensus of Parts, a mythical mechanical culture from uncharted regions of space, and wishes to take the Andromeda to the "directing intelligence", which seems to be his superior. In an effort to gain a new ally for the New Commonwealth Dylan decides to make contact with the Consensus."
"When the Andromeda passes through a debris field, the crew is surprised to find the debris forces its way into the ship and forms an android, who claims to come in peace, expecting a hug. He claims to represent the Consensus of Parts, a mythical mechanical culture from uncharted regions of space, and wishes to take the Andromeda to the "directing intelligence", which seems to be his superior. In an effort to gain a new ally for the New Commonwealth Dylan decides to make contact with the Consensus."
On this day in 2001, Earth: Final Conflict aired "Atonement." Officially, this served as the seventeenth episode in the program's fourth season, and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"Sandoval goes to Renee to request a trial to testify to atrocities against humanity committed by the Taelons. A manhunt for Sandoval begins when he quits and leaves the mother ship. Liam has to protect him on his way to the grand jury."
"Sandoval goes to Renee to request a trial to testify to atrocities against humanity committed by the Taelons. A manhunt for Sandoval begins when he quits and leaves the mother ship. Liam has to protect him on his way to the grand jury."
On this day in 2002, Smallville aired "Kinetic." This served as the thirteen episode of the program's first season, and here's the plot summary from IMDB.com:
"While interviewing Lex Luthor in his mansion, three thieves pass through the walls, steal the safe, and Chloe Sullivan suffers a serious accident. Lex Luthor brings doctors from Metropolis to heal her. Meanwhile, the gang invites Whitney Fordman, who is frustrated after losing the scholarship in a university, to join the group without telling him what they do for living. When Whitney is tattooed with a green substance, he also achieves the power. Later, he leans to be careful in the selection of new friends and opportunities."
"While interviewing Lex Luthor in his mansion, three thieves pass through the walls, steal the safe, and Chloe Sullivan suffers a serious accident. Lex Luthor brings doctors from Metropolis to heal her. Meanwhile, the gang invites Whitney Fordman, who is frustrated after losing the scholarship in a university, to join the group without telling him what they do for living. When Whitney is tattooed with a green substance, he also achieves the power. Later, he leans to be careful in the selection of new friends and opportunities."
On this day in 2003, Star Trek: Enterprise aired "Canamar." This served as the seventeenth episode of the program's second season, and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"Archer and Trip are accused of smuggling and sent to the penal colony Canamar. While Enterprise manages to negotiate their release, a mutiny breaks out on the prison ship."
"Archer and Trip are accused of smuggling and sent to the penal colony Canamar. While Enterprise manages to negotiate their release, a mutiny breaks out on the prison ship."
On this day in 2009 (in Hungary), Farscape aired "Kansas." Officially, this served as the twelfth episode in the program's fourth (and final) season, and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"After accidentally returning to Earth, Crichton discovers he is in 1985 and he has altered the time line, causing his father to be scheduled to fly on the doomed shuttle 'Challenger'."
"After accidentally returning to Earth, Crichton discovers he is in 1985 and he has altered the time line, causing his father to be scheduled to fly on the doomed shuttle 'Challenger'."
It all began right here: on this day in 2010, A Good Knight's Quest premiered its first episode of its only season. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's what all the fuss was about:
"Every gamer guy's fantasy come true: the princess has come to life and needs Dorian's help, thrusting him into an epic suburban adventure that will lead him from his couch to the edge of reality."
"Every gamer guy's fantasy come true: the princess has come to life and needs Dorian's help, thrusting him into an epic suburban adventure that will lead him from his couch to the edge of reality."
On this day in 2010, Smallville aired "Conspiracy." This served as the fourteenth episode of the program's ninth season, and here's the plot summary from IMDB.com:
"Clark teams up with Zod's wife, Faora, to investigate the abduction of her sister, Vala, and several Kandorians whom have been experimenting with humans in order to find a way to claim their super powers, while Lois herself is abducted by Bernard Chisholm, a former doctor the Kandorians experimented on, claiming that there are aliens on Earth and he wants the skeptic Lois to write an article about it. But when Zod goes off on his own and tries to stop Chisholm, without his super powers, Clark is conflicted whether to save the life of his enemy. Meanwhile, Oliver investigates the disappearance of money from Tess' company accounts and he discovers that Chloe is responsible and using the embezzled money to construction Kryptonite weapons for possible use against Zod and the Kandorians."
"Clark teams up with Zod's wife, Faora, to investigate the abduction of her sister, Vala, and several Kandorians whom have been experimenting with humans in order to find a way to claim their super powers, while Lois herself is abducted by Bernard Chisholm, a former doctor the Kandorians experimented on, claiming that there are aliens on Earth and he wants the skeptic Lois to write an article about it. But when Zod goes off on his own and tries to stop Chisholm, without his super powers, Clark is conflicted whether to save the life of his enemy. Meanwhile, Oliver investigates the disappearance of money from Tess' company accounts and he discovers that Chloe is responsible and using the embezzled money to construction Kryptonite weapons for possible use against Zod and the Kandorians."
On this day in 2018, DC's Legends Of Tomorrow aired "The Curse Of The Earth Totem." Officially, this served as the twelfth episode in the program's third season, and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"While Sara takes some private time, the Legends follow a lead on the whereabouts of the Earth Totem and find themselves in 1717 on the hunt for Blackbeard's treasure."
"While Sara takes some private time, the Legends follow a lead on the whereabouts of the Earth Totem and find themselves in 1717 on the hunt for Blackbeard's treasure."
On this day in 2018 (in the United Kingdom), Electric Dreams aired "The Father Thing." Officially, this served as the seventh episode in the program's only season on original broadcast television, and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"The world is under attack from aliens. Charlie must make difficult decisions to protect his mother and the human race, as he is among the first to realize that humans are being replaced by dangerous monsters."
"The world is under attack from aliens. Charlie must make difficult decisions to protect his mother and the human race, as he is among the first to realize that humans are being replaced by dangerous monsters."
