Much like the original Star Trek did over two decades earlier, the crew of Star Cops represented an international approach: a Brit, an Aussie, a Japanese, a Russian, and an American sought to make the immediate heavens a crime-free zone. Apparently the overall storytelling for the show suffered from conflicting creative views, and -- as such -- it lasted only a handful of episodes. Still, the high-flying drama premiered on this day in 1987 (in the United Kingdom), and fans should always be thankful for that. Here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"The adventures of the International Space Police Force, led by Nathan Spring, in 2027. The Star Cops are made up of officers from all over the world: the British Colin Devis, the Australian Pal Kenzy, the Russian Alexander Krivenko, the Japanese Anna Shoun and the American David Theroux."
"The adventures of the International Space Police Force, led by Nathan Spring, in 2027. The Star Cops are made up of officers from all over the world: the British Colin Devis, the Australian Pal Kenzy, the Russian Alexander Krivenko, the Japanese Anna Shoun and the American David Theroux."
Maybe Sylvester Stallone's take on Judge Dredd (1995) wasn't exactly what I'd call the cat's meow, but I enjoyed his popcorn turn as kinda/sorta future-cop John Spartan in 1993's Demolition Man. Of course, the film doesn't survive as anything hard-core Science Fiction, but it's camp sensibilities while exploring the potential downfall of mankind were balanced with tongue-in-cheek humor. He hasn't really returned to SciFi since those days, but I for one would welcome him back. Stallone was born on this day in 1946.
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Shame on me: I'd completely forgotten about Sebastian Cabot's role in George Pal's The Time Machine (above center). He'll always be remembered for his work in television, but I'm thrilled SciFi has a claim to his fame as well. Though he's no longer with us, Cabot was born on this day in 1918.
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William Schallert appeared as 'Nilz Baris' in perhaps one of Star Trek's most memorable episodes ever: "The Trouble With Tribbles." The talented actor has also booked roles on such programs as Land of the Giants, The Six Million Dollar Man, The Bionic Woman, Hangar 18, Twilight Zone: The Movie, Gremlins, The Twilight Zone, Innerspace, Quantum Leap, and Star Trek: Deep Space Nine. Though he's no longer with us, Schallert was born on this day in 1922.
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The luminous Janet Leigh entered Film History for her role aboard Alfred Hitchcock's seminal Psycho, and she hung around to build an IMDB.com resume of nearly 100 different screen credits. Genre fans might recognize her from appearances aboard The Man From U.N.C.L.E., Night of the Lepus (1972), The Fog (1980), Starman, and The Twilight Zone. Though she's no longer with us, Leigh was born on this day in 1927.
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Screen veteran Ned Beatty brought a measure of comic relief to 1978's epic origin picture, Superman: The Movie. He returned to the franchise (albeit briefly) in Superman II. Though he's no longer with us, Beatty was born on this day in 1937.
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For the record:
If you're interested, here are some thoughts on the passing of Ned Beatty compliments of SciFiHistory.Net.
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For the record:
If you're interested, here are some thoughts on the passing of Ned Beatty compliments of SciFiHistory.Net.
Kudos to the great Rosemary Forsyth for undergoing some prosthetic makeup and entering the realm of Star Trek: Deep Space Nine during the program's run. Forsyth was born on this day in 1943.
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Ahna Capri did some wonderful guest work aboard such genre staples as The Wild Wild West, The Invaders, and Man From Atlantis. Though she's no longer with us, Capril was born on this day in 1944.
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Arguably, I'm one of the world biggest Batman/Superman fans, but -- sorry, peeps -- I just couldn't stand the campy television version of my youth. I appreciate good comedy as much as the next guy; still, some things are just too sacred to me. In any event, Burt Ward played the young 'Dick Grayson' (aka Robin) on the show, and kudos to him for always keeping it holy-bat-freak interesting. Ward was born on this day in 1945.
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The great Fred Dryer recently joined ABC TV's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. (albeit briefly), which affords us the ability to feature his talent in this space. Dryer was born on this day in 1946.
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Shelley Hack? Model-turned-actress Shelley Hack? She did SciFi? Well, she did have a guest appearance aboard NBC's SeaQuest, so let's just be thankful for such small favors as that means that lovely face is part and parcel of our fantastic realm. Hack was born on this day in 1947.
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I guess I'm going to have to "seek out and find" me a copy of the BBC's Utopia. It keeps popping up in my research, and I'm sadly completely unaware of the SciFi/Conspiracy drama. The lovely and talented Geraldine James has a role in it, and she also is credited with an appearance in Robot Overlords (2014), another release I've completely missed. James was born on this day in 1950.
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Comic book writer and artist John Byrne is no stranger to things SciFi. He's dabbled in the worlds of the Fantastic Four, Superman, and the Green Lantern; and Star Trek fans know he's turned in some of the finer graphic novels since IDW Publishing took over that property's license. The man maintains his own website -- Byrne Robotics -- where he waxes on about any number of interesting topics. Byrne was born on this day in 1950.
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Talented actor Geoffrey Rush lent his voice to the wise character of 'Tomar-Re' in 2011's underwhelming Green Lantern (2011) motion picture from Warner Bros. Rush was born on this day in 1951.
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The artistically-inclined Rick Sternbach has contributed greatly to the visual look of Star Trek: The Next Generation, Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, and Star Trek: Voyager. Sternbach was born on this day in 1951.
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Jennifer Savidge has really only dabbled in genre work throughout her impressive career. She's been seen aboard Lois & Clark: The New Adventures Of Superman, Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, FreakyLinks, and Evolution (2001). Savidge was born on this day in 1952.
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Though his career of late has been a series of far more mainstream roles (dramas and comedies), Casey Sander has made appearances in such properties as V, Spaced Invaders, Predator 2, Quantum Leap, and Colony. Sander was born on this day in 1956.
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Kimberly Foster doesn't do much acting these days (well, that's if IMDB.com is any indication), but she was a great phenom during the 1980's and 90's. She enjoyed wonderful guest spots aboard Knight Rider and Quantum Leap, though, and that certainly bodes well for her gifts. Foster was born on this day in 1961.
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As of lately, the lovely Tracey Birdsall appears to be making a silver screen comeback. She enjoyed some modest success throughout the 1990's, and 2016 has seen her upping the action with a lead role aboard Rogue Warrior: Robot Fighter. Birdsall was born on this day in 1963.
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The venerable John Ottman has penned musical scores for such genre entries as X-Men 2 (2003), Fantastic Four (2005), Superman Returns (2006), and X-Men: Days Of Future Past (2014). Ottman was born on this day in 1964.
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Mark Mitchinson is a scene-stealing character actor who's been seen in such projects as Legend of the Seeker, Power Rangers R.P.M., Power Rangers Megaforce, The Hobbit: The Desolation Of Smaug (2013), The Hobbit: Battle Of The Five Armies (2014), Ash Vs Evil Dead, and The Shannara Chronicles. Mitchinson was born on this day in 1966.
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Funnyman Brian Posehn played it straight (mostly) in a small role aboard Fantastic 4: Rise of the Silver Surfer (2007). Posehn was born on this day in 1966.
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Brian Van Holt took a gamble with a big jump into Science Fiction waters when he took the role of Captain William Denninger (pictured above), the hunky, philandering lead to Syfy's miniseries Ascension. Unfortunately, the mini's ratings weren't deemed strong enough to have a subsequent series greenlit. Van Holt was born on this day in 1969.
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Gentlemen, you can thank me later! That lovely morsel is none other than for Miss Teen All-American winner Symba Smith. She dabbled in some film and TV projects, including a guest stint aboard fan-favorite Star Trek: Deep Space Nine where she was appropriately named 'Aluura.' Smith was born on this day in 1970.
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That rather distraught looking fellow is William Lee Scott, and he's apparently distraught over something he's done in the SciFi sleeper hit, The Butterfly Effect. Scott was born on this day in 1973.
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The talented Alessandro Juliani (above left) roared onto SciFiHistory.Net's radar with his work on Syfy's version of Battlestar Galactica, and he's since stuck on-the-scene with great appearances aboard Riverworld (2010), Smallville, Fringe, Man Of Steel (2013), Almost Human, The X-Files, Continuum, and The 100. Juliani was born on this day in 1975.
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Adam Busch had a somewhat mysterious role as a teacher up-to-something aboard USA Network's already pretty mysterious Colony during its inaugural season. Busch was born on this day in 1978.
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Funnyman Kevin Hart jumped feet first into the land of Fantasy with a lead role opposite 'The Rock' in Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle (2017). Hart was born on this day in 1979.
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Though he's done very little by way of Science Fiction or Fantasy, the talented Abdul Salis did squeeze in a guest spot aboard the BBC's long-running Doctor Who. Salis was born on this day in 1979.
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Eva Green is one of the loveliest women working in genre entertainment these days. She tends to make some brave and bold choices, and -- to the delight of fanboys around the world -- she's not opposed to sharing a little skin from time to time. One of her most powerful performances so far as this viewer is concerned was the overlooked little Sci-Fi gem Perfect Sense, wherein the Apocalypse becomes an increasingly personal experience for her and co-star Ewan McGregor. (If you haven't seen it, then please do!) Green was born on this day in 1980.
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The comely Paula Labaredas is one of those actress/celebrities who has enjoyed some side success by appearing in various forms of cosplay at the appropriate venues. I've found her 'Slave Leia' to be particularly delightful. Labaredas was born on this day in 1982.
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In his youth, Brady Bluhm enjoyed a solid guest spot aboard "Time and Again," an episode of UPN's Star Trek: Voyager. Bluhm was born on this day in 1983.
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It's been awhile since young Gregory Smith has made an appearance in Science Fiction. Early in his career, he had roles in The Outer Limits, The Adventures of Captain Zoom in Outer Space, and M.A.N.T.I.S. He's also stretched his legs a bit with work aboard Highlander, Are You Afraid Of The Dark, Spellbreaker: Secret Of The Leprechauns (1996), Shadow Zone: My Teacher Ate My Homework (1997), Small Soldiers (1998), Zenon: Girl Of The 21st Century (1999), A Wrinkle In Time (2003), and The Seeker: The Dark Is Rising (2007). Hopefully, he'll find his way back to our fold soon. Smith was born on this day in 1983.
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For the record:
To the actor's credit, he did take home the trophy in 1998 from the Young Artists Awards in the category of 'Best Performance in a TV Movie/Pilot/Mini-Series - Leading Young Actor' for his work aboard Shadow Zone: My Teacher Ate My Homework.
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For the record:
To the actor's credit, he did take home the trophy in 1998 from the Young Artists Awards in the category of 'Best Performance in a TV Movie/Pilot/Mini-Series - Leading Young Actor' for his work aboard Shadow Zone: My Teacher Ate My Homework.
Matt O'Leary joined Danielle Panabaker in the SciFi-themed Time Lapse, the story of young people who discover a camera which takes pictures 24 hours into the future. According to IMDB.com, O'Leary's screen debut was aboard the Horror/Fantasy Mom's Got A Date With A Vampire (2000) for Walt Disney Pictures. From there, he jumped into the cinematic world of Spy Kids for a few appearances. After that? Well, he found gainful employment with work aboard such genre entries as Solstice (2007), Sorority Row (2009), Mother's Day (2010), In Time (2011), Stung (2015), Bokeh (2017), Project Blue Book, and Agents Of S.H.I.E.L.D. O'Leary was born on this day in 1987.
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For the record:
To the actor's credit, O'Leary even earned a 2001 Young Artists Awards nomination in the category of 'Best Performance in a TV Movie (Comedy) - Leading Young Actor' for his work in his debut project, Mom's Got A Date With A Vampire (2000).
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For the record:
To the actor's credit, O'Leary even earned a 2001 Young Artists Awards nomination in the category of 'Best Performance in a TV Movie (Comedy) - Leading Young Actor' for his work in his debut project, Mom's Got A Date With A Vampire (2000).
Singer and actress Brittany Underwood recently created some buzz with a performance aboard the SciFi/Horror anthology film The Dark Tapes (2017). Then, in 2022, she paid a visit to the world of The Final Rose, a Horror/Thriller from Cartel Pictures. Underwood was born on this day in 1988.
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For the record:
To the actress' credit, she scored a nomination in the category of 'Best Actor In A Feature - Female' at the 2016 FLY Film Festival for her work in the aforementioned The Dark Tapes.
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For the record:
To the actress' credit, she scored a nomination in the category of 'Best Actor In A Feature - Female' at the 2016 FLY Film Festival for her work in the aforementioned The Dark Tapes.
The comely Linda Bella and her long, long legs might be more recognized for roles in the Horror genre, but the SciFi/Horror hybrid Ratpocalypse (2015) is definitely more of our speed. Still, kudos to the lady for finding employment -- as well -- aboard Filth To Ashes Flesh To Dust (2011), Monsters In The Woods (2012), Dracula: Reborn (2012), Devil's Domain (2016), Tales Of Frankenstein (2018), and Stained (2019). Bella was born on this day in 1992.
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The young Robert Naylor (seated) found fame and Science Fiction fortune by way of a role aboard Syfy's Helix as well as other work aboard The Dead Zone, Voices (2008), Being Human, Immortals (2011), Ascension, and Multiverse (2019). Naylor was born on this day in 1996.
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For the record:
To the actor's credit, Naylor earned a 2013 Young Artists Awards nomination in the category of 'Best Performance In A TV Series - Recurring Young Actor' for his work aboard Being Human.
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For the record:
To the actor's credit, Naylor earned a 2013 Young Artists Awards nomination in the category of 'Best Performance In A TV Series - Recurring Young Actor' for his work aboard Being Human.
On this day in 1966 (in Spain), the good people of Madrid were treated to an exclusive screening run of The Golden Arrow. Directed by Antonio Margheriti, the Fantasy feature starred Tab Hunter, Rossana Podesta, and Umberto Melnati. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"Genies help a bandit recover a golden arrow, which will show that he is the heir to the sultan's kingdom."
"Genies help a bandit recover a golden arrow, which will show that he is the heir to the sultan's kingdom."
A star is born ... and this one's covered in slime! On this day in 1968 (in Italy), The Green Slime enjoyed its first theatrical exhibition of record when it was screened for audiences in attendance of the Trieste Sci-Fi Film Festival. Directed by Kinji Fukasaku from a story by Ivan Reiner, Charcles Sinclair, and Bill Finger, the SciFi/Fantasy starred Robert Horton, Richard Jaeckel, and Luciana Paluzzi. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"After destroying a giant asteroid heading towards Earth, a group of scientists unknowingly bring back a strange green substance that soon mutates into a monster."
"After destroying a giant asteroid heading towards Earth, a group of scientists unknowingly bring back a strange green substance that soon mutates into a monster."
A star is born ... but this one looks crazy! On this day in 1972 (in the United Kingdom), the doors to the Asylum were first swung open ... well, theatrically, that is. Directed by Roy Ward Baker from a story by Robert Bloch, the Horror/Fantasy starred Barbara Parkins, Richard Todd, and Sylvia Syms. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"In order to secure a job at a mental institution, a young psychiatrist must interview four patients inside the asylum."
For the record:
To the film's credit, Asylum earned a wee bit of praise from a screening on the film festival circuit.
"In order to secure a job at a mental institution, a young psychiatrist must interview four patients inside the asylum."
For the record:
To the film's credit, Asylum earned a wee bit of praise from a screening on the film festival circuit.
A star is born! Writer/director David Cronenberg certainly has a way with weird cinema, and on this day in 1975 (according to the infamous Google.com) he released Shivers (aka They Come From Within) to audiences. This Horror/SciFi starred Paul Hampton, Joe Silver, and Lynn Lowry. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"The residents of a suburban high-rise apartment building are being infected by a strain of parasites that turn them into mindless, sex-crazed fiends out to infect others by the slightest sexual contact."
For the record:
To the film's credit, Shivers enjoyed a modest amount of praise on the film festival circuit.
"The residents of a suburban high-rise apartment building are being infected by a strain of parasites that turn them into mindless, sex-crazed fiends out to infect others by the slightest sexual contact."
For the record:
To the film's credit, Shivers enjoyed a modest amount of praise on the film festival circuit.
A star is born! On this day in 1977 (in the U.S.), the good people of New York City, New York were treated to an exclusive theatrical premiere of The People That Time Forgot! Directed by Kevin Conner from a script by Patrick Tilley that adapted the original Edgar Rice Burroughs work, the Fantasy feature starred Patrick Wayne, Doug McClure, and Sarah Douglas. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"In 1919, a British expedition in the Antarctica region is searching for a lost American explorer and finds a hidden prehistoric world instead."
"In 1919, a British expedition in the Antarctica region is searching for a lost American explorer and finds a hidden prehistoric world instead."
On this day in 1979 (in Ireland), super secret agent James Bond himself blasted into orbit with the silver screen release of Moonraker. Directed by Lewis Gilbert, the SciFi/Thriller starred Roger Moore, Lois Chiles, and Michael Lonsdale; and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"James Bond investigates the mid-air theft of a space shuttle, and discovers a plot to commit global genocide."
For the record:
Moonraker enjoyed a bit of recognition during the awards season. At the 1980 Academy Awards, the film was nominated in the category of 'Best Effects, Visual Effects' but failed to take home the trophy. For the 1980 Saturn Awards, the film enjoyed three nominations -- but no wins -- in the categories of 'Best Special Effects,' 'Best Supporting Actor,' and 'Best Science Fiction Film.'
"James Bond investigates the mid-air theft of a space shuttle, and discovers a plot to commit global genocide."
For the record:
Moonraker enjoyed a bit of recognition during the awards season. At the 1980 Academy Awards, the film was nominated in the category of 'Best Effects, Visual Effects' but failed to take home the trophy. For the 1980 Saturn Awards, the film enjoyed three nominations -- but no wins -- in the categories of 'Best Special Effects,' 'Best Supporting Actor,' and 'Best Science Fiction Film.'
On this day in 1981 (in Italy), Beauty And The Beast played for audiences in attendance of the Trieste International Science Fiction Film Festival. This Czech-language adaptation was written (in part) and directed by Juraj Herz, and the feature starred Zdena Studenkova, Vlastimil Harapes, and Václav Voska. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"In this gothic rendition of the classic fairy tale, a merchant's youngest daughter is held prisoner by a mysterious winged beast."
"In this gothic rendition of the classic fairy tale, a merchant's youngest daughter is held prisoner by a mysterious winged beast."
On this day in 1984 (in Mexico), Metalstorm: The Destruction Of Jared-Syn crossed swords. Directed by genre legend Charles Band, the SciFi/Fantasy starred Jeffrey Byron, Michael Preston, and Tim Thomerson; and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"On a desert planet, warlord Jared-Syn is trying to convince a tribe of mutants that he's their messiah and gain unlimited power hidden in a crystal. Ranger Dogen and explorer Dhyana, who's father was murdered by Syn, must stop him."
"On a desert planet, warlord Jared-Syn is trying to convince a tribe of mutants that he's their messiah and gain unlimited power hidden in a crystal. Ranger Dogen and explorer Dhyana, who's father was murdered by Syn, must stop him."
On this day in 1984 (in the United Kingdom), Mutant (aka Dark Shadows) came to life. Directed by Mark Rosman and John 'Bud' Cardos, the SciFi/Horror feature starred Wings Hauser, Jody Medford, and Bo Hopkins; and here's the premise that's listen on IMDB.com:
"Two brothers discover that the residents of a small Southern town are being infected by a form of toxic waste, turning them into blood-ravenous zombies."
"Two brothers discover that the residents of a small Southern town are being infected by a form of toxic waste, turning them into blood-ravenous zombies."
A star is born! On this day in 1988 (in the U.S.), a kinder and gentler A.I. took to the streets with the theatrical release of Short Circuit 2. Directed by Kenneth Johnson from a story by S.S. Wilson and Brent Maddock, the SciFi/Comedy starred Fisher Stevens, Michael McKean, and Tim Blaney. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"Robot Johnny Five comes to the city and gets manipulated by criminals who want him for their own purposes."
For the record:
At the 1990 Saturn Awards (sponsored by the Academy Of Science Fiction, Fantasy, And Horror Films), Short Circuit 2 enjoyed two nominations (but no wins) in the categories of 'Best Special Effects' and 'Best Science Fiction Film.'
"Robot Johnny Five comes to the city and gets manipulated by criminals who want him for their own purposes."
For the record:
At the 1990 Saturn Awards (sponsored by the Academy Of Science Fiction, Fantasy, And Horror Films), Short Circuit 2 enjoyed two nominations (but no wins) in the categories of 'Best Special Effects' and 'Best Science Fiction Film.'
On this day in 1989 (in Mexico), fear to an all-new shape with the release of Nightflyers. Robert Jaffe adapted the novella from George R.R. Martin, and Robert Collector served as director. The SciFi/Horror starred Catherine Mary Stewart, Michael Praed, and John Standing. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"Professor hires a spaceship to get to the source of weird signals from deep space. The trip is cut short however when the ship's computer gets jealous because the captain is in love with one of the female passengers and it gets homicidal."
"Professor hires a spaceship to get to the source of weird signals from deep space. The trip is cut short however when the ship's computer gets jealous because the captain is in love with one of the female passengers and it gets homicidal."
A star is born! And in glorious animation! On this day in 1990, George Jetson took Jane and the rest of his gang from the boob tube up onto the silver screen as Jetsons: The Movie premiered in theatres. Here's the plot summary, compliments of IMDB.com:
"George Jetson is forced to uproot his family when Mr. Spacely promotes him to take charge of a new factory on a distant planet."
"George Jetson is forced to uproot his family when Mr. Spacely promotes him to take charge of a new factory on a distant planet."
A star is born! On this day in 2001 (in Japan), Beneath Loch Ness came up for a cinematic breath of fresh air. (Well, on home video, anyway.) The feature starred Patrick Bergin and Lysette Anthony, and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"The legendary Loch Ness Monster, terrorizes a lake in Scotland and Patrick Bergin comes out to kill it."
"The legendary Loch Ness Monster, terrorizes a lake in Scotland and Patrick Bergin comes out to kill it."
A star is born! On this day in 2004 (in the Netherlands), the SciFi/Horror hybrid Phantom Force enjoyed its debut on home video. Directed by Christian McIntire with a script from Sam Wells, the feature starred Richard Grieco, Tangi Miller, and Nigel Bennett; and here's the plot summary from IMDB.com:
"A squad of soldiers must protect the human race from the supernatural."
For the record:
According to IMDB.com, this film enjoyed a U.S. airdate prior to this date; but since I've been unable to locate that I'm using this one as the premiere. If I find more specific data, I'll update at that time. Also it bears mentioning that actress Tangi Miller enjoyed a nomination in the category of 'Outstanding Actress in a Television Movie, Mini-Series or Dramatic Special' for the 2005 NAACP Image Awards.
"A squad of soldiers must protect the human race from the supernatural."
For the record:
According to IMDB.com, this film enjoyed a U.S. airdate prior to this date; but since I've been unable to locate that I'm using this one as the premiere. If I find more specific data, I'll update at that time. Also it bears mentioning that actress Tangi Miller enjoyed a nomination in the category of 'Outstanding Actress in a Television Movie, Mini-Series or Dramatic Special' for the 2005 NAACP Image Awards.
On this day in 2006 (in Hungary), audiences once again believed a man could fly with the theatrical release of Superman Returns. Written (in part) and directed by Bryan Singer, the Fantasy/Adventure starred Brandon Routh, Kate Bosworth, and Kevin Spacey; and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"Superman returns to Earth after spending five years in space examining his homeworld Krypton. But he finds things have changed while he was gone, and he must once again prove himself important to the world."
"Superman returns to Earth after spending five years in space examining his homeworld Krypton. But he finds things have changed while he was gone, and he must once again prove himself important to the world."
A star is born! On this day in 2010, The Sorcerer's Apprentice enjoyed its silver screen premiere for the residents of the fabled New York City, New York! Directed by Jon Turteltaub, the Fantasy feature starred Nicolas Cage, Jay Baruchel, and Alfred Molina; and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"Balthazar Blake, an apprentice of the legendary magician Merlin, must train his old teacher's successor - an introverted but resourceful physics prodigy - in the art of sorcery to prevent the return of Morgana le Fay."
"Balthazar Blake, an apprentice of the legendary magician Merlin, must train his old teacher's successor - an introverted but resourceful physics prodigy - in the art of sorcery to prevent the return of Morgana le Fay."
A star is born! On this day in 2011, Alien Armageddon rained down death and destruction on mankind (theatrically, in a limited release). The feature starred Katharine Lee McEwan and Marilyn Ghigliotti, and here's the plot summary from IMDB.com:
"The story of Jodie Elliot, a young woman who is trying to find her daughter in a city controlled by an invading alien army."
"The story of Jodie Elliot, a young woman who is trying to find her daughter in a city controlled by an invading alien army."
On this day in 2012 (in the United Kingdom), the Red Planet came to life again on the silver screen with a rare theatrical re-release of the 1990-produced Total Recall. Adapted from a story from Philip K. Dick and directed by Paul Verhoeven, the feature film starred Arnold Schwarzenegger, Sharon Stone, and Michael Ironside; and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"When a man goes in to have virtual vacation memories of the planet Mars implanted in his mind, an unexpected and harrowing series of events forces him to go to the planet for real - or is he?"
"When a man goes in to have virtual vacation memories of the planet Mars implanted in his mind, an unexpected and harrowing series of events forces him to go to the planet for real - or is he?"
A star is born! On this day in 2015 (in the United Kingdom), Killersaurus lumbered into existence. The feature starred Julian Boote and Helen Crevel, and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"When a scientist runs short of funding for his life-saving medical Bio-Printing research, he accepts an offer of investment from a shadowy military organisation. In return, he is forced to use his technology to create the ultimate battlefield weapon - a full size Tyrannosaures Rex. After a horrific accident in which the dinosaur massacres his research team, the scientist shuts down the project. However, his investors demand results and it can only be a matter of time before the deadly T-Rex is unleashed upon the world."
"When a scientist runs short of funding for his life-saving medical Bio-Printing research, he accepts an offer of investment from a shadowy military organisation. In return, he is forced to use his technology to create the ultimate battlefield weapon - a full size Tyrannosaures Rex. After a horrific accident in which the dinosaur massacres his research team, the scientist shuts down the project. However, his investors demand results and it can only be a matter of time before the deadly T-Rex is unleashed upon the world."
It all began right here: on this day in 1987 (in the United Kingdom), the BBC's Star Cops aired its very first episode. The drama was titled "An Instinct For Murder," and here's the plot summary from IMDB.com:
"Nathan Spring is cajoled into applying for the new post of commanding the International Space Police. On his first trip out into space he meets David Theroux, who is suspicious about a spate of spacesuit failures."
"Nathan Spring is cajoled into applying for the new post of commanding the International Space Police. On his first trip out into space he meets David Theroux, who is suspicious about a spate of spacesuit failures."
On this day in 2001 (in the U.S.), Stargate: SG-1 aired "Threshold." Officially, this served as the second episode to the long-running program's fifth season, and here's the plot summary from IMDB.com:
"To help Teal'c mind clear again, SG-1 asks Bra'tac to help. Bra'tac removes Teal'c's Gou'ald and Teal'c is forced to remember certain memories of his past. The real Teal'c in the end. SG-1 is glad to have him back."
"To help Teal'c mind clear again, SG-1 asks Bra'tac to help. Bra'tac removes Teal'c's Gou'ald and Teal'c is forced to remember certain memories of his past. The real Teal'c in the end. SG-1 is glad to have him back."
On this day in 2002 (in Canada), Mutant X finished out its first season with the airing of "Dancing on the Razor." Officially, this served as its twenty-second episode, and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"Mutant X and Genomex are both captured on film using their powers, and they both have to deal with the reporter who plans to go public with the information."
"Mutant X and Genomex are both captured on film using their powers, and they both have to deal with the reporter who plans to go public with the information."
On this day in 2007 (in the U.S.), Doctor Who launched into its third season with the airing of "The Runaway Bride." According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"The Doctor is baffled when a young woman is transported to the TARDIS on her wedding day, and attempts to find out how she is connected to an alien plot to destroy Earth."
"The Doctor is baffled when a young woman is transported to the TARDIS on her wedding day, and attempts to find out how she is connected to an alien plot to destroy Earth."
On this day in 2007 (in the U.S.), Doctor Who aired "Smith And Jones." Officially, this served as the first episode in the program's third season. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"When the hospital she works at is transported to the moon, medical student Martha Jones joins forces with The Doctor to hunt down an alien fugitive before the oxygen runs out."
"When the hospital she works at is transported to the moon, medical student Martha Jones joins forces with The Doctor to hunt down an alien fugitive before the oxygen runs out."
On this day in 2008, Space Hospital aired "Reading, Writing, Reactionary." This served as the fifth episode of the program's first season, and here's the plot summary that's provided by YouTube.com:
"Space Hospital delights in the beautiful destruction of information as Nurse Ratknee and Veem Aknar trade sexy phonics shenanigans in Ratknee's quarters."
"Space Hospital delights in the beautiful destruction of information as Nurse Ratknee and Veem Aknar trade sexy phonics shenanigans in Ratknee's quarters."
On this day in 2013, TNT's Falling Skies aired "Exodus." This served as the third episode of the program's fourth season, and here's the plot summary as detailed by IMDB.com:
"Tom and the 2nd Mass hatch an elaborate plan to escape the confines of the Espheni Ghetto. Meanwhile back in Chinatown, after learning from Ben that Lexi has been keeping a deadly secret, Maggie confronts Lexi publicly. At the Espheni Youth Camp, Matt tries to talk Mira out of a dangerous escape plan. While trekking through the woods with her guerrilla fighters, Anne has a flashback to her time in the Espheni Tower with Karen, where a terrifying secret about Lexi is revealed."
"Tom and the 2nd Mass hatch an elaborate plan to escape the confines of the Espheni Ghetto. Meanwhile back in Chinatown, after learning from Ben that Lexi has been keeping a deadly secret, Maggie confronts Lexi publicly. At the Espheni Youth Camp, Matt tries to talk Mira out of a dangerous escape plan. While trekking through the woods with her guerrilla fighters, Anne has a flashback to her time in the Espheni Tower with Karen, where a terrifying secret about Lexi is revealed."
On this day in 2017, The Ministry of Time aired "Tiempo de esclavos." This served as the sixth episode of the program's third season, and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"A race against time to save King Alfonso XII from an early death gets out of hand. As the Ministry is forced into Spain's dark past in the slave trade, the discovery of an anti-monarchist plot hits Amelia far too close."
"A race against time to save King Alfonso XII from an early death gets out of hand. As the Ministry is forced into Spain's dark past in the slave trade, the discovery of an anti-monarchist plot hits Amelia far too close."
On this day in 2017, Zoo aired "Diaspora." This served as the second episode of the program's third season, and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"Jackson and Logan discover a link between the hybrid attacks that occur in Portland and New York; Mitch is interrogated by a woman claiming to be his daughter, Clementine; and a new development in Abraham's research into the sterility crisis endangers his family."
"Jackson and Logan discover a link between the hybrid attacks that occur in Portland and New York; Mitch is interrogated by a woman claiming to be his daughter, Clementine; and a new development in Abraham's research into the sterility crisis endangers his family."
