Alas, folks, it isn't always easy for me to locate information on some of these older properties. Today's exhibit: I've been able to determine that it was on this day back in 1982 (in West Germany) that Unterwegs Nach Atlantis (aka On The Way To Atlantis) first premiered on broadcast television ... but that's about it. There are suggestions -- based on slim research -- that it actually may've premiered a year earlier (in another country); but until I'm able to locate more information about the show and its installments this is all I can tell you.
Television is famous for trying to tap the popularity of a current movie with a serialized adaptation, and on this day in 1989, Fox TV launched a small screen incarnation of Alien Nation (based on a 1988 theatrical film). This small screen version brought Gary Graham and Eric Pierpoint to the buddy-cop formula, and stories focused on these two and their circles of friends adapting to daily life with an alien species seeking asylum on Earth. Here's the series premise as listed on IMDB.com:
"A bigoted human policeman in the L.A. of the future and his alien partner learn to live with each other's differences while attempting to solve a drug conspiracy hidden in the subculture of Los Angeles' newest immigrant population: extraterrestrials."
For the record:
"A bigoted human policeman in the L.A. of the future and his alien partner learn to live with each other's differences while attempting to solve a drug conspiracy hidden in the subculture of Los Angeles' newest immigrant population: extraterrestrials."
For the record:
- At the 1990 Primetime Emmy Awards, Alien Nation took home top honors in the category of 'Outstanding Makeup For A Series.'
- Also in 1990, the Young Artist Awards nominated series' regular Lauren Woodland in the category of 'Best Young Actress Supporting Role in a Television Series.'
Sorry, kids, I can't tell you all that much about 90's cartoons. I was well into my adulthood at that point, so other responsibilities kept me away from them. However, I do know that a little something-something called Exosquad enjoyed its small screen debut on this day back in 1993. It certainly has a high audience score on IMDB.com (registering an incredible 8.4 on their 10.0 scale), so I might be inclined to check this one out should it show up anywhere on a streaming platform. Here's the series' premise as provided by IMDB.com:
"Set in the beginning of the 22nd century, an interplanetary war wages between humanity and the Neosapiens."
"Set in the beginning of the 22nd century, an interplanetary war wages between humanity and the Neosapiens."
Folks, I kid you not: I didn't even know that there was an animated incarnation of Highlander -- under the name, even, of Highlander: The Animated Series. I guess I'm not all that surprised, however, as the franchise arguably established itself fairly early on as one of the better Fantasy premises out there. The show first premiered on this day back in 1994, and -- according to IMDB.com -- it lasted for two seasons. Here's the series' premise also from IMDB.com:
"In the post-apocalyptic medieval 27th century, Ramirez mentors young Quentin MacLeod who must seek pacified Immortals, gain their knowledge through a non-lethal form of Quickening, and free the land from the evil Immortal overlord Kortan."
"In the post-apocalyptic medieval 27th century, Ramirez mentors young Quentin MacLeod who must seek pacified Immortals, gain their knowledge through a non-lethal form of Quickening, and free the land from the evil Immortal overlord Kortan."
Sherlock Holmes -- the detective with the most brilliant powers of deduction in human history -- continues to resonant more than a century after his creation ... so why not present him as a veritable superhero to the youngest among us? I suspect that was the intent when Sherlock Holmes In The 22nd Century gave lovers of animation an opportunity to see him at work well into the future. Here's the series' premise as provided by the good folks at IMDB.com:
"A defrosted Holmes teams with a robotic Watson and a female Inspector Lestrade to stop the criminal rampage of Moriarty's clone."
"A defrosted Holmes teams with a robotic Watson and a female Inspector Lestrade to stop the criminal rampage of Moriarty's clone."
On this day in 2002, executives returned to the well that was so deliciously created when Rod Serling launched The Twilight Zone and attempted to recreate the magic. Chiefly, what this incarnation of the property did more astutely was deliver a modern era of production values, along with some great storytelling and guest stars. Here's the series' premise as provided by IMDB.com:
"This second revival of The Twilight Zone (1959) presents tales of suspense, fantasy, science fiction and horror."
"This second revival of The Twilight Zone (1959) presents tales of suspense, fantasy, science fiction and horror."
The late Leon Askin is probably best remembered for his work in comedies, but he did work across all genres. Fans might recognize him from roles aboard Son Of Sinbad (1955), Adventures Of Superman, Mistress Of The World (1960), The Terror Of Dr. Mabuse (1962), The Outer Limits, Honey West, My Favorite Martian, The Man From U.N.C.L.E., It's About Time, Genesis II (1973), Young Frankenstein (1974), Airplane II: The Sequel (1982), and Frightmare (1983). Though he's no longer with us, Askin was born on this day in 1907.
[Source: IMDB.com]
ExtraExtra Alert:
In 2023, I purchased a DVD copy of Genesis II (1973) -- in which Askin played a role -- for my own collection. Interested readers can find my review right here.
[Source: IMDB.com]
ExtraExtra Alert:
In 2023, I purchased a DVD copy of Genesis II (1973) -- in which Askin played a role -- for my own collection. Interested readers can find my review right here.
The great Harry Townes helped marshal "The Return of the Archons" for Star Trek back in 1967. The talented actor also boasts appearances aboard Tales of Tomorrow, Inner Sanctum, Men Into Space, Destination Space (1959), One Step Beyond, The Twilight Zone, The Outer Limits, The Invaders, The Wild Wild West, Tarzan, The Immortal, Night Gallery, Planet of the Apes, Ark II, Buck Rogers In The 25th Century, The Incredible Hulk, Voyagers!, and The Warrior And The Sorceress (1984). Though he's no longer with us, Townes was born on this day in 1914.
[Source: IMDB.com]
[Source: IMDB.com]
Voice actress June Foray leaves behind a resume rich with well over three hundred screen credits. Genre fans -- those who aren't creeped out by speaking dolls -- probably remember her pipes best for "Living Doll," a rather creepy episode of The Twilight Zone. Though she's no longer with us, Foray was born on this day in 1917.
[Source: IMDB.com]
[Source: IMDB.com]
When I was growing up, screen veteran Jack Warden was one of those actors whose work I always enjoyed. Thankfully, he dabbled in Science Fiction and Fantasy a few times and that allows me to mention him here. He worked aboard Tales of Tomorrow, Inner Sanctum, The Twilight Zone, The Invaders, and Heaven Can Wait (1978). Though he's no longer with us, Warden was born on this day in 1920.
[Source: IMDB.com]
[Source: IMDB.com]
One of the last roles filled out by the talented Phyllis Kirk was aboard an episode of the fondly remembered The Twilight Zone ("A World Of This Own"). Early in her career, she paid a visit to TV's world of Tales Of Tomorrow, as well. Though she's no longer with us, Kirk was born on this day in 1927.
[Source: IMDB.com]
[Source: IMDB.com]
Early in his professional career, legendary crooner Frankie Avalon (above right) led with a terrific one-two punch with roles aboard SciFi's Voyage To The Bottom Of The Sea (1961) and Panic In Year Zero (1962) and then followed up with a humorous jab in Dr. Goldfoot And The Bikini Machine (1965). A few years later, he turned up in The Million Eyes Of Sumuru (1967). Avalon was born on this day in 1939.
[Source: IMDB.com]
ExtraExtra Alert:
In 2024, I received an all-new promotional Blu-ray of The Million Eyes Of Sumuru (1967) from a distributor in exchange for review coverage on SciFiHistory.Net. Interested readers can find my review right here.
[Source: IMDB.com]
ExtraExtra Alert:
In 2024, I received an all-new promotional Blu-ray of The Million Eyes Of Sumuru (1967) from a distributor in exchange for review coverage on SciFiHistory.Net. Interested readers can find my review right here.
Michael O'Hagan enjoyed a small role aboard Star Trek: Enterprise's "Cold Front" in 2001. He also had the good fortune of employment aboard Into The Labyrinth, The Tripods, Tales Of The Unexpected, The Visitor, and End Of Days (1999). Though he's no longer with us, O'Hagan was born on this day in 1940.
[Source: IMDB.com]
[Source: IMDB.com]
The dreamy Veronica Carlson really only flirted briefly with the silver screen, but thankfully she squeezed herself into a dress and a role aboard Frankenstein Must Be Destroyed (1969) for Hammer Films so that I may feature her loveliness here. Though she's no longer with us, Carlson was born on this day in 1944.
[Source: IMDB.com]
[Source: IMDB.com]
When John Boorman brought Excalibur (1981) to the silver screen, he cast the fresh-faced Nicholas Clay in the role of 'Lancelot' for Orion Pictures. Though he's no longer with us, Clay was born on this day in 1946.
[Source: IMDB.com]
[Source: IMDB.com]
Here's some useful Doctor Who trivia for the day: when 'The Face of Boe' was given a voice, that voice actually belonged to actor Struan Rodger. As far as genre appearances go, he also visited TV's Highlander, Stardust (2007), and HBO's Game Of Thrones. Rodger was born on this day in 1946.
[Source: IMDB.com]
[Source: IMDB.com]
Russ Abbot enjoyed a meaty guest role aboard a pair of episodes of the Doctor Who spin-off, The Sarah Jane Adventures, in 2008. Abbot was born on this day in 1947.
[Source: Doctor Who Online Guide]
[Source: Doctor Who Online Guide]
Though Paul Seed is more likely to be found these days behind the camera, he did have an appearance aboard Doctor Who back when he was acting in front of the lens! Seed was born on this day in 1947.
[Source: IMDB.com]
[Source: IMDB.com]
Beth Grant is one of those talented character actresses who pops up frequently in smaller but crucial roles which serve to move the greater stories forward. As far as SciFi goes, she's enjoyed exposure in Flatliners, The X-Files, Jericho, and Starz Network's American Gods. Grant was born on this day in 1949.
[Source: IMDB.com]
[Source: IMDB.com]
Award-winning actress Anna Deavere Smith enjoyed a guest spot aboard The CW's popular Legends Of Tomorrow. Smith was born on this day in 1950.
[Source: IMDB.com]
[Source: IMDB.com]
Producer Jeffrey Chernov has had a hand in bringing several genre projects to the masses, including such properties as Star Trek (2009), Battle Los Angeles (2011), and Marvel's Black Panther (2018). Chernov was born on this day in 1952.
[Source: Memory Alpha]
[Source: Memory Alpha]
The lovely Anna Levine found herself trapped in the realm of Dark Fantasy that fueled so much of The Crow (1994). Levine was born on this day in 1953.
[Source: IMDB.com]
[Source: IMDB.com]
Jeremy Roberts is one of those fabulous character actors who always shows up in small roles turning in solid performances. He's been a part of Star Trek VI: The Undiscovered Country (1991), The Adventures of Brisco County Jr., Space Rangers, Weird Science, Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, Star Trek: Voyager, Millennium, Sliders, The Thirteenth Floor (1999), Seven Days, and The Invisible Man just to name but a handful. Roberts was born on this day in 1954.
[Source: IMDB.com]
[Source: IMDB.com]
Though most folks know Jeana Keough from reality television or perhaps even a Playboy pictorial or two, she did some acting in small roles aboard such SciFi entities as The Capture of Bigfoot (1979) and Looker (1981). Keough was born on this day in 1955.
[Source: IMDB.com]
[Source: IMDB.com]
In 2008, actor Tim McInnerny played a role in an episode of the BBC's long-running Doctor Who. He also played a part in 2014's Automata. McInnerny was born on this day in 1956.
[Source: IMDB.com]
[Source: IMDB.com]
The great Tsuyoshi Ujiki went all Full Metal Yakuza for famed Japanese cult director Takashi Miike back in 1997. Ujiki was born on this day in 1957.
[Source: IMDB.com]
[Source: IMDB.com]
Defying Gravity pretty much came and went quickly from ABC TV's line-up. Never really given a chance to get a foothold so far as an audience is concerned, the program disappeared from the schedule, no fault owed to the talent in front of the cameras. Andrew Airlie showed up as the head of Mission Control in the short-lived series. The busy actor has also turned in performances as a part of such properties as M.A.N.T.I.S., The X-Files, Total Recall 2070, First Wave, The Outer Limits, Earth: Final Conflict, Stargate: SG-1, The 4400, Fringe, and Intruders. Airlie was born on this day in 1961.
[Source: IMDB.com]
ExtraExtra Alert:
In 2024, I streamed The Outer Limits episode "A Stitch In Time" (S02E01) via my own subscription to MGM+ for the purpose of penning a review for the site. Interested readers can find my thoughts right here.
[Source: IMDB.com]
ExtraExtra Alert:
In 2024, I streamed The Outer Limits episode "A Stitch In Time" (S02E01) via my own subscription to MGM+ for the purpose of penning a review for the site. Interested readers can find my thoughts right here.
Italian-born actor Urbano Barberini dabbled in the realm of Science Fiction and Fantasy with a lead role aboard the Cult film Gor (1987) for Cannon Films. Barberini was born on this day in 1961.
[Source: IMDB.com]
[Source: IMDB.com]
The fabulous Christopher Heyerdahl hits his mark every time he's called onto the screen. Genre fans know him well, having witnessed his talents aboard such properties as Highlander: The Final Dimension (1994), The Secret Adventures of Jules Verne, Stargate: SG-1, Andromeda, Jeremiah, The Chronicles of Riddick (2004), Kingdom Hospital, The Dead Zone, Sanctuary, Smallville, Stargate: Atlantis, Supernatural, Caprica, True Blood, Falling Skies, Gotham, Minority Report, 12 Monkeys, and Van Helsing. Heyerdahl was born on this day in 1963.
[Source: IMDB.com]
[Source: IMDB.com]
John Powell is an award-winning composers who has crafted music for such genre entries as Evolution (2001), Robots (2005), and X-Men: The Last Stand (2006). Powell was born on this day in 1963.
[Source: IMDB.com]
[Source: IMDB.com]
Gary Russell is a writer and director who has made contribution to the wide, wide world of Doctor Who. Russell was born on this day in 1963.
[Source: IMDB.com]
[Source: IMDB.com]
One of Holly Robinson's (above left) earliest gigs was a 'Cherry Bomb' aboard 1986's craptacular Howard The Duck. Robinson was born on this day in 1964.
[Source: IMDB.com]
[Source: IMDB.com]
The talented Adam Buckner has been delivering special effects wizardry on such projects as Babylon 5, Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, Andromeda, and Star Trek: Enterprise since going 'pro.' Buckner was born on this day in 1964.
[Source: Memory Alpha]
[Source: Memory Alpha]
Let it be known that the kingdom of Westeros is a hard knock life, but Tara Fitzgerald (above left) gave it a go in the role of 'Selyse Baratheon,' albeit somewhat briefly, on HBO's adaptation of Game Of Thrones. The lovely Fitzgerald was born on this day in 1967.
[Source: IMDB.com]
[Source: IMDB.com]
Author Sandy Hyatt-James crafts novels that deal with characters exploring Science Fiction elements. You can access her works available on Amazon.com right here, and Hyatt-James was born on this day in 1970.
[Source: ISFDB.org]
[Source: ISFDB.org]
Sadly, the current crop of writers aboard The CW's Supergirl have all but destroyed the show by their week-after-week embracing of political causes. They even wrote in an episode where Cat Grant visited the ladies of the Left-leaning The Talk to spew some more of their nonsense, of which the talented Aisha Tyler is a host. Tyler was born on this day in 1970.
[Source: IMDB.com]
[Source: IMDB.com]
When The Matrix's makers finally decided on making a trilogy, The Matrix Reloaded and The Matrix Revolutions roared back into theatres, expanding upon the world of Neo and these resistance fighters in ways few of us saw coming. One of the fighters was named Niobe, and she was played by the lovely Jada Pinkett Smith. Pinkett Smith was born on this day in 1971.
[Source: IMDB.com]
[Source: IMDB.com]
Beautiful women always make for beautiful additions to Science Fiction. Exhibit A: the lovely Carrie Genzel. She's built a terrific resume in genre entertainment, appearing in such properties as Virtual Seduction, The Outer Limits, Stargate: SG-1, Special Unit 2, Supernatural, The Dead Zone, Dark Storm, Watchmen, Flash Gordon, and much much more. Genzel was born on this day in 1971.
[Source: IMDB.com]
[Source: IMDB.com]
Author R.S. Bohn continues to traffic where imagination is lease, and interested folks can follow her efforts online via her blog right here. Bohn was born on this day in 1972.
[Source: ISFDB.org]
[Source: ISFDB.org]
While I was never a big fan of Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman, most everyone who knows me knows that I've nothing but huge respect for all things Superman. Thus I give a shout-out today to actor Michael Landes, the lucky smiler who had the opportunity to play Jimmy Olsen on the program. Landes was born on this day in 1972.
[Source: IMDB.com]
[Source: IMDB.com]
Scott Harrison is a highly inventive author who has dabbled in the written realms of Star Trek and Blake's 7. Interested folks can access his online blog right here, and Harrison was born on this day in 1973.
[Source: ISFDB.org]
[Source: ISFDB.org]
Like many in the cast of X-Men, James Marsden has found some terrific success on both the big and small screens. The young man even crossed over from the Marvel cinematic universe to test the waters in the DC cinematic universe with a role in 2006's deservedly maligned and ill-conceived Superman Returns. Marsden was born on this day in 1973.
[Source: IMDB.com]
[Source: IMDB.com]
Alvin Joiner -- the man more commonly known as Xzibit -- wanted to know if the truth was out there with his appearance aboard The X-Files: I Want To Believe (2008). Joiner was born on this day in 1974.
[Source: IMDB.com]
[Source: IMDB.com]
Back in 2009, actor Travis Schuldt enjoyed a guest role aboard an episode of Fox TV's Fringe. Schuldt was born on this day in 1974.
[Source: IMDB.com]
[Source: IMDB.com]
Jennifer Carson dabbles in the realm of the fantastical for the young and young-at-heart with her series of works which can be found online right here. Carson was born on this day in 1975.
[Source: ISFDB.org]
[Source: ISFDB.org]
Funnyman Jason Sudeikis pillaged the realm of SciFi/Fantasy for laughs for his role aboard Colossal (2016) with Anne Hathaway. Sudeikis was born on this day in 1975.
[Source: IMDB.com]
[Source: IMDB.com]
Sophina Brown (pictured) headlines Synapse (2015), a SciFi thriller exploring federal agents trying to unlock the secrets of an addict's brain. Brown was born on this day in 1976.
[Source: IMDB.com]
[Source: IMDB.com]
If you get the chance to catch the Swedish SciFi original Real Humans, then you'll get the chance to see Måns Nathanaelson as the slimy, conniving synthetic salesman. Nathanaelson was born on this day in 1976.
[Source: IMDB.com]
[Source: IMDB.com]
Early in her acting career, lovely Alison Lohman appeared in a role in The Thirteenth Floor (1999), one of the flicks that tried to explore virtual reality before folks really understood what virtual reality was. Lohman also enjoyed roles in Crusade and Planet Patrol (1999). Other genre appearances include work aboard Kraa! The Sea Monster (1998), Beowulf (2007), Drag Me To Hell (2009), Gamer (2009), The Vatican Tapes (2015), Urge (2016), and Officer Downe (2016). Lohman was born on this day in 1979.
[Source: IMDB.com]
For the record:
At the 2010 Saturn Awards, Lohman enjoyed a nomination in the category of 'Best Actress' for her work aboard Drag Me To Hell (2009).
[Source: IMDB.com]
For the record:
At the 2010 Saturn Awards, Lohman enjoyed a nomination in the category of 'Best Actress' for her work aboard Drag Me To Hell (2009).
When not busy in the world of educating others, scribe Kurt Fawver can be found penning practically anything from the realms of Horror, Fantasy, and Science Fiction. You can check out his works on Amazon.com right here, and Fawver was born on this day in 1980.
[Source: ISFDB.org]
[Source: ISFDB.org]
Oh, the things we do for love ... and art! Actress Annie Burgstede's character took an electric shaver to her golden locks in support of a signature character aboard the WB's Smallville during its run. Burgstede was born on this day in 1983.
[Source: IMDB.com]
[Source: IMDB.com]
Whut?! There's a SciFi/Fantasy author who has even dabbled in cosplay?! Color me impressed! That's Caitlin Kittredge, author of such fantastical tomes as the Nocturne City series of novels and the Iron Codex books. Kitttredge was born on this day in 1984.
[Source: ISFDB.org]
[Source: ISFDB.org]
I gave USA Network's Falling Water a chance to interest me, but it just didn't. I found much of it confusing, none of which is owed to German-born actress Sepideh Moafi's work on the show. Moafi was born on this day in 1985.
[Source: IMDB.com]
[Source: IMDB.com]
When she was but an urchin, Sarah Rayne joined a pair of other young actors for a guest role aboard "Innocence," an hour of UPN's Star Trek: Voyager. Rayne was born on this day in 1987.
[Source: Memory Alpha]
[Source: Memory Alpha]
Patrick Schwarzenegger found himself infected with something a bit worse than the flu for his work aboard Scouts Guide To The Apocalypse (2015). Schwarzenegger was born on this day in 1993.
[Source: IMDB.com]
[Source: IMDB.com]
A star is born!!! On this day in 1951 (in the U.S.), the original SciFi/Classic The Day The Earth Stood Still enjoyed its big screen theatrical premiere in New York City, New York. Edmund H. North adapted the written story by Harry Bates, and Robert Wise directed the feature. The film starred Michael Rennie, Patricia Neal, and Hugh Marlowe. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"An alien lands in Washington, D.C. and tells the people of Earth that they must live peacefully or be destroyed as a danger to other planets."
For the record:
In all honesty, The Day The Earth Stood Still didn't really catch much attention so far as awards ceremonies go back in the 1950's. It's greatest claim to fame, however, is that it's grown increasingly well-regarded in the years since, so much so that, in 1995, it was inducted into the U.S.'s National Film Registry which seeks to preserve pictures for their lasting artistic and aesthetic contribution.
"An alien lands in Washington, D.C. and tells the people of Earth that they must live peacefully or be destroyed as a danger to other planets."
For the record:
In all honesty, The Day The Earth Stood Still didn't really catch much attention so far as awards ceremonies go back in the 1950's. It's greatest claim to fame, however, is that it's grown increasingly well-regarded in the years since, so much so that, in 1995, it was inducted into the U.S.'s National Film Registry which seeks to preserve pictures for their lasting artistic and aesthetic contribution.
On this day in 1952 (in France), the original SciFi classic The Day The Earth Stood Still opened in theatres. Directed by Robert Wise, the film starred Michael Rennie, Patricia Neal, and Hugh Marlowe. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"An alien lands and tells the people of Earth that they must live peacefully or be destroyed as a danger to other planets."
"An alien lands and tells the people of Earth that they must live peacefully or be destroyed as a danger to other planets."
On this day in 1961 (in Sweden), Walt Disney flew The Absent Minded Professor into theatres. Directed by Richard Stevenson from a story by Bill Walsh and Samuel W. Taylor, the feature starred Fred MacMurray, Nancy Olson, and Keenan Wynn. Here's what all the fuss was about according to IMDB.com:
"A college professor invents an anti-gravity substance which a corrupt businessman wants for himself."
For the record:
The Absent Minded Professor scored a total of three nominations from the 1962 Academy Awards, though the film took home no trophies. Still, it's an honor to be nominated for such expertise as 'Best Effects - Special Effects,' 'Best Art Direction - Set Decoration, Black-and-White,' and 'Best Cinematography, Black-and-White.'
"A college professor invents an anti-gravity substance which a corrupt businessman wants for himself."
For the record:
The Absent Minded Professor scored a total of three nominations from the 1962 Academy Awards, though the film took home no trophies. Still, it's an honor to be nominated for such expertise as 'Best Effects - Special Effects,' 'Best Art Direction - Set Decoration, Black-and-White,' and 'Best Cinematography, Black-and-White.'
A star is born! On this day in 1963 (in Massachusetts), the good people of Boston were treated to the big screen launch of The Slime People. Directed by Robert Hutton from a story by Blair Robertson and Vance Skarstedt, the SciFi/Horror starred Robert Hutton, Les Tremayne, and Robert Burton. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"After Los Angeles is invaded by an army of subterranean monsters, a small group of people must fight for survival in the deserted metropolis."
"After Los Angeles is invaded by an army of subterranean monsters, a small group of people must fight for survival in the deserted metropolis."
On this day in 1963, X: The Man With X-Ray Eyes opened theatrically in the great city of Miami, Florida. Directed by Roger Corman from a story by Robert Dillon and Ray Russell, the feature starred Ray Milland, Diana Van der Vlis, and Harold J. Stone. Here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"A doctor uses special eye drops to give himself x-ray vision, but the new power has disastrous consequences."
"A doctor uses special eye drops to give himself x-ray vision, but the new power has disastrous consequences."
A star is born! On this day in 1964 (in Ireland), it looks like we finally made it to the lunar surface with the theatrical premiere of First Men In The Moon. Based on a story by H.G. Wells, Nigel Kneale and Jan Read adapted the work, and Nathan Juran served as director. The film starred Edward Judd, Martha Hyer, and Lionel Jeffries. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"When a spaceship lands on the moon, it is hailed as a new accomplishment, before it becomes clear that a Victorian party completed the journey in 1899, leading investigators to that mission's last survivor."
ExtraExtra Alert:
Back in 2016, I caught a broadcast airing of First Men In The Moon when it made the rounds on pay cable. Interested readers can find my review right here.
"When a spaceship lands on the moon, it is hailed as a new accomplishment, before it becomes clear that a Victorian party completed the journey in 1899, leading investigators to that mission's last survivor."
ExtraExtra Alert:
Back in 2016, I caught a broadcast airing of First Men In The Moon when it made the rounds on pay cable. Interested readers can find my review right here.
On this day in 1970 (in West Germany), The Time Travelers traveled through time. (Well, cinematically, that is.) Written and directed by Ib Melchior, the SciFi feature starred Preston Foster and Merry Anders, and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"In 1964, a team of scientists is trying to develop a view screen into the future. What they in fact get is a portal and they soon find themselves on the other side, 107 years into the future in the year 2071, when the portal collapses. The Earth of the future is barren and they are soon attacked by mutated humans but rescued by a group of scientists who are building a spaceship to take them to a new planet. They learn that much of Earth was destroyed as the result of a nuclear war. When it's determined that the visitors from the past cannot be included in the planned voyage, they work furiously to rebuild the portal and return to their own time before departure day. Meanwhile, always under the threat of attack from the mutants , friendships are formed and they learn of life in the future including the use of robots for menial tasks."
Editor's Note:
The above image was found on the World Wide Web and was specifically upscaled by the folks at Icons8.com.
"In 1964, a team of scientists is trying to develop a view screen into the future. What they in fact get is a portal and they soon find themselves on the other side, 107 years into the future in the year 2071, when the portal collapses. The Earth of the future is barren and they are soon attacked by mutated humans but rescued by a group of scientists who are building a spaceship to take them to a new planet. They learn that much of Earth was destroyed as the result of a nuclear war. When it's determined that the visitors from the past cannot be included in the planned voyage, they work furiously to rebuild the portal and return to their own time before departure day. Meanwhile, always under the threat of attack from the mutants , friendships are formed and they learn of life in the future including the use of robots for menial tasks."
Editor's Note:
The above image was found on the World Wide Web and was specifically upscaled by the folks at Icons8.com.
A star is born! On this day in 1970 (in the U.S.), the good people of Boston, Massachusetts were treated to the silver screen premiere of Trog. Directed by Freddie Francis from a story by Peter Bryan, John Gilling, and Aben Kandel, ,the film starred Joan Crawford, Michael Gough, and Bernard Kay. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"A sympathetic anthropologist uses drugs and surgery to try to communicate with a primitive troglodyte who is found living in a local cave."
"A sympathetic anthropologist uses drugs and surgery to try to communicate with a primitive troglodyte who is found living in a local cave."
On this day in 1978 (in Spain), the good people of Madrid were treated to an exclusive theatrical engagement of Memoria. Written and directed by Francisco Macián, the SciFi/Drama starred Fernando Sancho, Pedro Díez del Corral, and Pat Johnson. Here's the plot summary as provided by our friends at Letterboxd.com:
"A scientist attempts to perform memory transfusions with disastrous results."
"A scientist attempts to perform memory transfusions with disastrous results."
A star is born ... or is that 'superstar'? On this day in 1980 (in West Germany), Super Fuzz first policed the screens. Written (in part) and directed by Sergio Corbucci, the Fantasy/Comedy starred Terence Hill, Ernest Borgnine, and Joanne Dru. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"Red powder from a nuclear explosion gives a police officer super powers as long as he doesn't see anything red. He is eventually framed for murder and is unsuccessfully executed by many different methods."
"Red powder from a nuclear explosion gives a police officer super powers as long as he doesn't see anything red. He is eventually framed for murder and is unsuccessfully executed by many different methods."
On this day in 1981 (in the U.S.), Cannibal Apocalypse charred up another look at mankind's grim tomorrow. Written (in part) and directed by the great Antonio Margheriti, the Horror/Fantasy starred John Saxon, Elizabeth Turner, and Giovanni Lombardo Radice. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"Mentally unstable Vietnam vets who were held captive by the Viet Cong come back to America after being rescued carrying a dangerous virus that turns people into cannibals when bitten."
"Mentally unstable Vietnam vets who were held captive by the Viet Cong come back to America after being rescued carrying a dangerous virus that turns people into cannibals when bitten."
On this day in 1981 (in Canada), Firebird 2015 AD drove into theatres. Directed by David M. Robertson, the feature starred Darren McGavin, Doug McClure, and Mary Beth Rubens. Here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"In one of many unpopular and unsupported policy decisions, the US government of the near future outlaws vehicle petrol in an effort to curb the overuse of limited natural resources - except, of course, for official purposes. There are many renegades who oppose the authorities, and will stop at nothing to allow themselves the freedom of burning around the countryside."
"In one of many unpopular and unsupported policy decisions, the US government of the near future outlaws vehicle petrol in an effort to curb the overuse of limited natural resources - except, of course, for official purposes. There are many renegades who oppose the authorities, and will stop at nothing to allow themselves the freedom of burning around the countryside."
On this day in 1982 (in Japan), TRON showed audiences what the future of Science Fiction on film could look like. Written (in part) and directed by Steven Lisberger, the SciFi/Fantasy starred Jeff Bridges, Bruce Boxleitner, and Cindy Morgan. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"A computer hacker is abducted into the digital world and forced to participate in gladiatorial games where his only chance of escape is with the help of a heroic security program."
For the record:
As well as founding an all-new Science Fiction franchise, TRON drew the attention of critics and audiences. At the 1983 Academy Awards, the feature enjoyed two nominations in the categories of 'Best Sound' and 'Best Costume Design.' At the 1983 Saturn Awards (sponsored by the Academy Of Science Fiction, Fantasy, And Horror Films), TRON took home top honors in the category of 'Best Costumes' but had to settle for nominations alone in the categories of 'Best Animated Film' and 'Best Science Fiction Film.'
"A computer hacker is abducted into the digital world and forced to participate in gladiatorial games where his only chance of escape is with the help of a heroic security program."
For the record:
As well as founding an all-new Science Fiction franchise, TRON drew the attention of critics and audiences. At the 1983 Academy Awards, the feature enjoyed two nominations in the categories of 'Best Sound' and 'Best Costume Design.' At the 1983 Saturn Awards (sponsored by the Academy Of Science Fiction, Fantasy, And Horror Films), TRON took home top honors in the category of 'Best Costumes' but had to settle for nominations alone in the categories of 'Best Animated Film' and 'Best Science Fiction Film.'
On this day in 1985 (in South Korea), Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome enjoyed its theatrical release. Directed by George Miller and George Ogilvie, the SciFi/Thriller saw Mel Gibson returning as Max himself -- his third and final outing in the role -- along with Tina Turner and Bruce Spence. Here's the plot summary compliments of IMDB.com:
"After being exiled from the most advanced town in post apocalyptic Australia, a drifter travels with a group of abandoned children to rebel against the town's queen."
For the record:
The third film in the Mad Max saga was not without its praises. At the 1986 Saturn Awards (sponsored by the Academy Of Science Fiction, Fantasy, And Horror Films), the flick enjoyed four nominations (but no wins): 'Best Costumes,' 'Best Writing,' 'Best Director,' and 'Best Science Fiction Film.'
"After being exiled from the most advanced town in post apocalyptic Australia, a drifter travels with a group of abandoned children to rebel against the town's queen."
For the record:
The third film in the Mad Max saga was not without its praises. At the 1986 Saturn Awards (sponsored by the Academy Of Science Fiction, Fantasy, And Horror Films), the flick enjoyed four nominations (but no wins): 'Best Costumes,' 'Best Writing,' 'Best Director,' and 'Best Science Fiction Film.'
A star is born! On this day in 1987 (in the U.S.), Amazon Women On The Moon came down from the lunar surface to delight audiences seated before their silver screens. Written by Michael Barrie and Jim Mulholland, the SciFi/Comedy played out in anthology fashion with sections marshalled by different directors. It starred Michelle Pfeiffer, Arsenio Hall, and Rosanna Arquette; and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"A spoof of low budget 1950s science-fiction movies, interspersed with various comedy sketches and fake commercials making fun of late-night television."
"A spoof of low budget 1950s science-fiction movies, interspersed with various comedy sketches and fake commercials making fun of late-night television."
Oh, we do so very much love our girls and our guns! On this day in 1987 (in the U.S.), the SciFi/Comedy Slave Girls From Beyond Infinity enjoyed its debut. Written (in part) and directed by Ken Dixon, the feature starred Elizabeth Kaitan, Cindy Beal, and Brinke Stevens. Here's the plot summary from IMDB.com:
"Lovely and resourceful Daria and Tisa escape a space gulag only to crash land on a nearby world where a guy in tight pants named Zed is playing The Most Dangerous Game. Zed turns the girls and another guest loose in his jungle preserve to serve as the prey in a mad hunt. Armed only with knives and their wits, the girls must battle their way accross the jungle to a hidden arms cache before Zed catches and kills them."
"Lovely and resourceful Daria and Tisa escape a space gulag only to crash land on a nearby world where a guy in tight pants named Zed is playing The Most Dangerous Game. Zed turns the girls and another guest loose in his jungle preserve to serve as the prey in a mad hunt. Armed only with knives and their wits, the girls must battle their way accross the jungle to a hidden arms cache before Zed catches and kills them."
On this day in 1991 (in the U.S.), Arena fought to find itself an audience on home video. Written by Danny Bilson and Paul De Meo and directed by Peter Manoogian, the SciFi/Thriller starred Paul Satterfield, Hamilton Camp, and Claudia Christian; and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"A human becomes an unlikely rising star in the biggest fighting tournament in the galaxy that's dominated by alien species."
ExtraExtra Alert:
In 2023, I received a promotional release of Arena (as part of a set) in exchange for review coverage on SciFiHistory.Net. Interested in my thoughts on the project? Readers can find my review right here.
"A human becomes an unlikely rising star in the biggest fighting tournament in the galaxy that's dominated by alien species."
ExtraExtra Alert:
In 2023, I received a promotional release of Arena (as part of a set) in exchange for review coverage on SciFiHistory.Net. Interested in my thoughts on the project? Readers can find my review right here.
A star is born ... or is that a 'superstar'? On this day in 2000 (in the U.S.), The Specials enjoyed its big screen launch for the good people of Los Angeles, California. Directed by Craig Mazin from a story by James Gunn, the Superhero/Comedy starred Rob Lowe, Thomas Haden Church, and Paget Brewster. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"The sixth or seventh best superhero team in the world pursue their rightful place in the harshly competitive world of toy tie-ins and fighting evil."
"The sixth or seventh best superhero team in the world pursue their rightful place in the harshly competitive world of toy tie-ins and fighting evil."
A star is born! On this day in 2003 (in Russia), Dream Warrior enjoyed fulfilled its dreamy premise with an initial release on home video. Written and directed by Zachary Weintraub, the SciFi/Thriller starred Daniel Goddard, Lance Henriksen, and Sherilyn Fenn. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"In an apocalyptic future, a man with extra-human powers goes on the run."
"In an apocalyptic future, a man with extra-human powers goes on the run."
A star is born! On this day in 2003 (in the U.S.), audiences were musically horrified with the release of The Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde Rock'N Roll Musical. Directed by Andre Champagne, the Fantasy/Musical starred Lisa Peterson, Alan Bernhoft, and Hal Blaine. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"Dr. Henry Jekyll experiments with scientific means of revealing the hidden, dark side of man and releases a murderer from within himself."
"Dr. Henry Jekyll experiments with scientific means of revealing the hidden, dark side of man and releases a murderer from within himself."
On this day in 2004 (in the U.S.), the Fantasy-themed Darklight shone its light on all of mankind. Written (in part) and directed by Bill Platt, the feature starred Shiri Appleby, Richard Burgi, and John de Lancie. Here's the plot summary compliments of IMDB.com:
"Inspired by an ancient myth, Darklight stars Shiri Appleby as the immortal Lilith, long hunted by a secret society known as the Faith. Her true nature concealed by a powerful spell, Lilith lives as a 24-year-old woman with no memory of her ageless past. Now, the Faith's chief agent, William Shaw, must recruit Lilith and train her to use her mystical power, known as Darklight, for the good of humanity. So begins Lilith's heroic journey; to slay a deadly demon and come to terms with her own dark past."
"Inspired by an ancient myth, Darklight stars Shiri Appleby as the immortal Lilith, long hunted by a secret society known as the Faith. Her true nature concealed by a powerful spell, Lilith lives as a 24-year-old woman with no memory of her ageless past. Now, the Faith's chief agent, William Shaw, must recruit Lilith and train her to use her mystical power, known as Darklight, for the good of humanity. So begins Lilith's heroic journey; to slay a deadly demon and come to terms with her own dark past."
A star is born! On this day in 2005 (in the U.S.), Headspace reared its ugly head for a select audience of the Director's Guild Of America. Directed by Andrew van den Houten, the feature starred Christopher Denham, Sean Young, and Larry Fessenden. Here's the plot summary as provided by Amazon.com:
"When Alex encounters a mysterious stranger, he begins to get smarter each day. It's not long before he realizes that his new intellect comes with deadly side effects. Headaches and visions plague him at every step. Soon, savage unexplainable murders are linked to him. Now, it's a race against time as Alex discovers that the source of this evil may not be human and the key to this mystery may be in his own past."
For the record:
To the film's credit, Headspace earned a wee bit of praise from a screening on the film festival circuit.
"When Alex encounters a mysterious stranger, he begins to get smarter each day. It's not long before he realizes that his new intellect comes with deadly side effects. Headaches and visions plague him at every step. Soon, savage unexplainable murders are linked to him. Now, it's a race against time as Alex discovers that the source of this evil may not be human and the key to this mystery may be in his own past."
For the record:
To the film's credit, Headspace earned a wee bit of praise from a screening on the film festival circuit.
A star is born! On this day in 2009 (in the U.S.), Archon Defender took to the skies for its theatrical debut as part of the docket of projects on tap for the Sky Fest Film Festival. Written and directed by David T. Krupicz, the animated SciFi featured the voices of Katie Uhlmann, Dan Wooster, and Robert Nolan. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"Archon Defender follows the path of a young woman, Colette, as she seeks her way through adversity to redemption, as the world she once knew is torn apart by war and tyranny. The Empress Lucia has risen to power in Echelon, and is systematically persecuting the Shard Sensitive, and all who opposes her power. Orphaned while fleeing from Lucia's Regime, Colette seeks refuge in the nation of Archon. Having Awakened to the Shard, her abilities become fully manifest under the guidance of the Archon Council. Joining the Archon Defense Wing, she must confront her own feelings of isolation and despair, to stand against Lucia."
"Archon Defender follows the path of a young woman, Colette, as she seeks her way through adversity to redemption, as the world she once knew is torn apart by war and tyranny. The Empress Lucia has risen to power in Echelon, and is systematically persecuting the Shard Sensitive, and all who opposes her power. Orphaned while fleeing from Lucia's Regime, Colette seeks refuge in the nation of Archon. Having Awakened to the Shard, her abilities become fully manifest under the guidance of the Archon Council. Joining the Archon Defense Wing, she must confront her own feelings of isolation and despair, to stand against Lucia."
On this day in 2009 (in Japan), the 1984-produced Sexy Timetrip Ninjas (aka Chikan densha: Gokuhi honban) enjoyed a new release for modern audiences. Directed by Yojiro Takita from a story by Isao Takagi, the SciFi/Adult film starred Yûka Takemura, Arisa Shindo, and Yûko Aoki. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"1615. Ninja Sarutobi Sasuke is assigned the task of finding a hidden treasure that will restore his clan to their full power. However, sexy ninja warrior Kagero stands in Sasuke's way. Complications ensue when a sudden time warp occurs and both Sasuke and Kagero find themselves thrust hundreds of years into the future to Tokyo, Japan in 1984."
"1615. Ninja Sarutobi Sasuke is assigned the task of finding a hidden treasure that will restore his clan to their full power. However, sexy ninja warrior Kagero stands in Sasuke's way. Complications ensue when a sudden time warp occurs and both Sasuke and Kagero find themselves thrust hundreds of years into the future to Tokyo, Japan in 1984."
A star is born! On this day in 2011 (in Sweden), Exit Humanity enjoyed its first theatrical exhibition ever when it was screened for audiences in attendance of the Lund Fantastisk Film Festival. Written and directed by John Geddes, the Horror/Fantasy starred Brian Cox, Dee Wallace, and Jordan Hayes. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"A young man's struggle to survive in the aftermath of a deadly undead outbreak during the American Civil War."
"A young man's struggle to survive in the aftermath of a deadly undead outbreak during the American Civil War."
On this day in 2012 (in the U.S.), Super Cyclone rained all over everyone's parade. Written and directed by Liz Adams, the feature starred Ming-Na Wen, Nicholas Turturro, and Darrin Cooper. Here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"When a super cyclone threatens the entire American western seaboard, a lone meteorologist and a petroleum engineer must battle the elements to stop the threat."
"When a super cyclone threatens the entire American western seaboard, a lone meteorologist and a petroleum engineer must battle the elements to stop the threat."
On this day in 2015, Cooties opened theatrically in the United States. Directed by the team of Jonathan Milott and Cary Murnion, the Horror/Comedy starred Elijah Wood, Rainn Wilson, and Alison Pill. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"A mysterious virus hits an isolated elementary school, transforming the kids into a feral swarm of mass savages. An unlikely hero must lead a motley band of teachers in the fight of their lives."
For the record:
To the film's credit, Cooties enjoyed a modest amount of attention from such venues as the Fright Meter Awards (2015) and the iHorror Awards (2016).
"A mysterious virus hits an isolated elementary school, transforming the kids into a feral swarm of mass savages. An unlikely hero must lead a motley band of teachers in the fight of their lives."
For the record:
To the film's credit, Cooties enjoyed a modest amount of attention from such venues as the Fright Meter Awards (2015) and the iHorror Awards (2016).
A star is born! On this day in 2015 (in Germany), the audiences in attendance of the Oldenburg Film Festival were treated to the theatrical premiere of Embers. Written (in part) and directed by Claire Carré, the SciFi/Drama starred Jason Ritter, Iva Gocheva, and Greta Fernández. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"After a global neurological epidemic, those who remain search for meaning and connection in a world without memory."
"After a global neurological epidemic, those who remain search for meaning and connection in a world without memory."
A star is born! On this day in 2017 (in the United Kingdom), Predator World (aka Aliens Vs Titanic) enjoyed a little time outdoors. Directed by Jeff Leroy with a story from Ted Chalmers and Keith Parker, the SciFi/Comedy starred Tasha Tacosa, Robert Rhine, and Kelly Erin Decker. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"Offering only the finest amenities, the 'TITAN 1C' space-cruiser is considered the most luxurious star-liner ever built. However, a sudden meteor storm smashes into the hull, and a deadly biological alien life-form is let loose on the ship."
"Offering only the finest amenities, the 'TITAN 1C' space-cruiser is considered the most luxurious star-liner ever built. However, a sudden meteor storm smashes into the hull, and a deadly biological alien life-form is let loose on the ship."
On this day in 2020 (in Estonia), Feya (aka Fairy) enjoyed a conventional release. Written and directed by Anna Melikyan, the SciFi/Thriller starred Konstantin Khabenskiy, Ingeborga Dapkunaite, and Ekaterina Ageeva. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"The creator of the best virtual reality games is sure that he controls everything in his life. But a chance meeting with a young activist opens his eyes to the fact that the world is much wider and more complex than his ideas."
"The creator of the best virtual reality games is sure that he controls everything in his life. But a chance meeting with a young activist opens his eyes to the fact that the world is much wider and more complex than his ideas."
On this day in 1953 (in the U.S.), Adventures of Superman aired "Five Minutes To Doom." Officially, this served as the first episode of the program's second season, and here's the plot summary as detailed by IMDB.com:
"Clark Kent and Lois Lane interview Winters, a man on death row. As Clark listens to Winter's story, he checks the convict's pulse. It remains steady and Clark is convinced Winters is innocent. Clark's suspicions are confirmed when he and Lois pick up a hitchhiker on their way back to Metropolis and the hitchhiker leaves a bomb meant for the reporters. The Daily Planet reporters search for a way to clear Winters. They obtain key evidence but a violent electrical storm has knocked out telephone service between Metropolis and the state capital. Superman flies to the governor, convinces him to sign an order staying the execution. But can he get to the prison in time to prevent an innocent man from dying in the electric chair?"
"Clark Kent and Lois Lane interview Winters, a man on death row. As Clark listens to Winter's story, he checks the convict's pulse. It remains steady and Clark is convinced Winters is innocent. Clark's suspicions are confirmed when he and Lois pick up a hitchhiker on their way back to Metropolis and the hitchhiker leaves a bomb meant for the reporters. The Daily Planet reporters search for a way to clear Winters. They obtain key evidence but a violent electrical storm has knocked out telephone service between Metropolis and the state capital. Superman flies to the governor, convinces him to sign an order staying the execution. But can he get to the prison in time to prevent an innocent man from dying in the electric chair?"
On this day in 1954 (in the U.S.), Captain Midnight aired "Deadly Diamonds." This served as the third episode of the program's first season, and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"While Jackson plays with his newest invention, and omni-counter, old friend George Maynard arrives at headquarters. George has concerns about diamonds being smuggled over the Mexican border. Jackson flies down to New Mexico to investigate and accidentally picks up readings of diamonds in the desert. Jackson lands to investigate, and deducts that someone is using herds of wild horses to run diamonds back and forward between Mexico and the United States. While out investigating, someone tries to shoot Jackson but escapes. Later the shooter meets two other men and discusses the situation. Jackson follows a set of horse prints till they stop at tire tracks. There they find a discarded horseshoe with a diamond in it. Heading to the local town they see the sheriff. It is arranged to drive the wild herd through the town, and the trained horse will join them and betray its owner, assumed to be the leader of the smuggling ring. The plan works and the sheriff arrests the men."
"While Jackson plays with his newest invention, and omni-counter, old friend George Maynard arrives at headquarters. George has concerns about diamonds being smuggled over the Mexican border. Jackson flies down to New Mexico to investigate and accidentally picks up readings of diamonds in the desert. Jackson lands to investigate, and deducts that someone is using herds of wild horses to run diamonds back and forward between Mexico and the United States. While out investigating, someone tries to shoot Jackson but escapes. Later the shooter meets two other men and discusses the situation. Jackson follows a set of horse prints till they stop at tire tracks. There they find a discarded horseshoe with a diamond in it. Heading to the local town they see the sheriff. It is arranged to drive the wild herd through the town, and the trained horse will join them and betray its owner, assumed to be the leader of the smuggling ring. The plan works and the sheriff arrests the men."
On this day in 1954 (in the U.S.), Space Patrol aired "The Space War." Officially, this served as the thirtieth episode in the program's fourth season; and here's the plot summary as provided by Solarguard.com:
"Commander Corry and Cadet Happy are helpless as the Space Battle begins with the Icarian fleet of saucer ships. The Icarian's start to melt the stronghold of Manza to the ground with their heat rays. Making a desperate escape from Manza, Buzz succeeds in reaching the Icarian General, Nardo, and briefing him on the perilous situation of Happy and the other imprisoned Space Patrolmen. Then as Buzz and Nardo plot Manza's downfall, their ruthless foe suddenly tosses a lovely blonde monkey-wrench into the fray."
"Commander Corry and Cadet Happy are helpless as the Space Battle begins with the Icarian fleet of saucer ships. The Icarian's start to melt the stronghold of Manza to the ground with their heat rays. Making a desperate escape from Manza, Buzz succeeds in reaching the Icarian General, Nardo, and briefing him on the perilous situation of Happy and the other imprisoned Space Patrolmen. Then as Buzz and Nardo plot Manza's downfall, their ruthless foe suddenly tosses a lovely blonde monkey-wrench into the fray."
It all began right here ...
On this day in 1964 (in the U.S.), Jonny Quest aired its pilot episode, "The Mystery Of The Lizard Men." Officially, this served as the first episode in the program's only season in original broadcast existence. Here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"A foreign power uses the Sargasso Sea to conduct laser experiments and employs "lizard men" to scare away potential interlopers."
On this day in 1964 (in the U.S.), Jonny Quest aired its pilot episode, "The Mystery Of The Lizard Men." Officially, this served as the first episode in the program's only season in original broadcast existence. Here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"A foreign power uses the Sargasso Sea to conduct laser experiments and employs "lizard men" to scare away potential interlopers."
On this day in 1965 (in the United Kingdom), Doctor Who aired "Trap of Steel." This served as the second episode of the program's third season, and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"With the knowledge that the planet will be destroyed in two days, the Drahvins instruct the Doctor to help them steal the Rills' ship."
"With the knowledge that the planet will be destroyed in two days, the Drahvins instruct the Doctor to help them steal the Rills' ship."
On this day in 1975 (in the United Kingdom), Space:1999 aired its third episode of its inaugural season. It was titled "Collision Course," and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"After destroying an asteroid on a collision course with the moon, an even larger obstacle appears - an entire planet! On a recon mission, John Koenig encounters an inhabitant who convinces him- on the basis of faith- that the moon and the planet must collide. But no one else supports Koenig's stand."
"After destroying an asteroid on a collision course with the moon, an even larger obstacle appears - an entire planet! On a recon mission, John Koenig encounters an inhabitant who convinces him- on the basis of faith- that the moon and the planet must collide. But no one else supports Koenig's stand."
On this day in 1976 (in the U.S.), Ark II aired "The Slaves." This served as the second episode of the program's first season, and here's the plot summary compliments of IMDB.com:
"Jonah is captured by Baron Vargas, a tyrant who uses magic to enslave his superstitious subjects. Ruth, Samuel and Adam must conjure up some scientific magic of their own to free their friend and break the Baron's spell."
"Jonah is captured by Baron Vargas, a tyrant who uses magic to enslave his superstitious subjects. Ruth, Samuel and Adam must conjure up some scientific magic of their own to free their friend and break the Baron's spell."
On this day in 1976 (in the United Kingdom), Doctor Who aired "The Masque of Mandragora: Part 3." This served as the third episode to the program's fourteenth season, and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"The Doctor saves Giuliano from Federico's men, then they try to find Sarah, unaware Hieronymous has hypnotised her to kill the Doctor."
"The Doctor saves Giuliano from Federico's men, then they try to find Sarah, unaware Hieronymous has hypnotised her to kill the Doctor."
On this day in 1976 (in the U.S.), Dr. Shrinker aired "The Other Brad." Officially, this served as the second episode in the program's only season in original broadcast existence. Here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"Dr. Shrinker captures Brad then replaces him with a robot duplicate programmed to lead B.J. and Gordie into a trap."
"Dr. Shrinker captures Brad then replaces him with a robot duplicate programmed to lead B.J. and Gordie into a trap."
On this day in 1976 (in the U.S.), Land of the Lost aired "Survival Kit." This served as the second episode of the program's third (and final) season, and here's the plot summary from IMDB.com:
"In order to save an ailing Holly, the Marshalls have to get their survival kit back from a Cro-Magnon who's threatened to wipe out the Sleestak race."
"In order to save an ailing Holly, the Marshalls have to get their survival kit back from a Cro-Magnon who's threatened to wipe out the Sleestak race."
On this day in 1977 (in the U.S.), The Six Million Dollar Man aired "Sharks: Part 2." Officially, this served as the second episode in the program's fifth (and final) season. Here's the plot summary as provided by our friends at IMDB.com:
"With Steve Austin and Dr. Rudy Wells held captive on the ocean floor, Oscar Goldman and the Navy seem to be left with only two options - let the thieves escape with the sub... or destroy it before they can - most likely killing Steve and Rudy in the process."
"With Steve Austin and Dr. Rudy Wells held captive on the ocean floor, Oscar Goldman and the Navy seem to be left with only two options - let the thieves escape with the sub... or destroy it before they can - most likely killing Steve and Rudy in the process."
On this day in 1978 (in the U.S.), Battle of the Planets aired its first episode inside the United States. The first part was titled "Attack of the Space Terrapin," and here's the plot summary from IMDB.com:
"The opening episode in the series introduces us to G-Force - 5 orphans enlisted to defend the Earth against enemies from the hostile world of Spectra. The first attack comes in the form of the space terrapin - a giant, turtle-like machine heavily armed and able to crush Earth's air & sea defences. G-Force is called in to deal with it, as the sinister Zoltar & the terrapin's C.O., Commander Gorak, attack Earth's shipping lanes and try to steal a substance known as VitaLumen. When G-Force members steal aboard the Terrapin, they find themselves in trouble when they are cornered by Spectran soldiers."
"The opening episode in the series introduces us to G-Force - 5 orphans enlisted to defend the Earth against enemies from the hostile world of Spectra. The first attack comes in the form of the space terrapin - a giant, turtle-like machine heavily armed and able to crush Earth's air & sea defences. G-Force is called in to deal with it, as the sinister Zoltar & the terrapin's C.O., Commander Gorak, attack Earth's shipping lanes and try to steal a substance known as VitaLumen. When G-Force members steal aboard the Terrapin, they find themselves in trouble when they are cornered by Spectran soldiers."
On this day in 1981 (in the United Kingdom), Kinvig aired "Double Double ..." Officially, this served as the third episode in the program's only season in original broadcast existence. Here's the plot summary as provided by our friends at IMDB.com:
"When his wife Nell tells him she saw a man in the neighborhood who looked like him, Des has a dream where Miss Griffin warns him that the Xux have created a clone to replace."
"When his wife Nell tells him she saw a man in the neighborhood who looked like him, Des has a dream where Miss Griffin warns him that the Xux have created a clone to replace."
It all began right here ...
On this day back in 1982 (in West Germany), Underwegs Nach Atlantis -- aka On The Way To Atlantis -- aired its pilot episode titled "Landung Zum Geburtstag." Unfortunately, I've been unable to locate any further information on this program and its adventures. So ... stay tuned for more.
On this day back in 1982 (in West Germany), Underwegs Nach Atlantis -- aka On The Way To Atlantis -- aired its pilot episode titled "Landung Zum Geburtstag." Unfortunately, I've been unable to locate any further information on this program and its adventures. So ... stay tuned for more.
On this day in 1984 (in the United Kingdom), The Invisible Man aired "Mr. Marvel's Visit To Iping." Officially, this served as the third episode in the program's only season in original broadcast existence. At present, I've been unable to locate a specific episode summary, so I'm providing the series' premise instead from IMDB.com:
"A scientist named Griffin invents a way to change his body's refractive index and thus becomes invisible. He uses the opportunity to carry out random acts of violence."
"A scientist named Griffin invents a way to change his body's refractive index and thus becomes invisible. He uses the opportunity to carry out random acts of violence."
On this day in 1984 (in the U.S.), The Transformers aired "More Than Meets The Eye: Part 2." Officially, this served as the second episode in the program's first season. Here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"The Decepticons try to gather every bit of energy that they can, from Earth, in order to get back to Cybertron. The Autobots, along with their new human allies, try to stop them."
"The Decepticons try to gather every bit of energy that they can, from Earth, in order to get back to Cybertron. The Autobots, along with their new human allies, try to stop them."
On this day in 1985 (in the U.S.), The Jetsons aired "Solar Snoops." Officially, this served as the third episode in the program's second season; and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"George foils an attempt by Cogswell to steal a new Spacely Sprocket secret."
"George foils an attempt by Cogswell to steal a new Spacely Sprocket secret."
On this day in 1986 (in the U.S.), The Adventures of the Galaxy Rangers aired "Chained." This was (technically) the fourth episode of the program's only season, and here's the plot summary as provided on IMDB.com:
"Gooseman has to transport a criminal to Earth. En route, the ship is shot down and Shane must find a way to bring his prisoner back to Earth while fending off his prisoners cohorts who are after the Stargems his prisoner hid before his capture."
"Gooseman has to transport a criminal to Earth. En route, the ship is shot down and Shane must find a way to bring his prisoner back to Earth while fending off his prisoners cohorts who are after the Stargems his prisoner hid before his capture."
On this day in 1987 (in the U.S.), Max Headroom roared into its second season with the airing of "Academy." This served as the first episode of its short-lived second (and final) season, and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"While Blank Reg publicly fights for his freedom and his life for a crime he didn't commit, Theora recruits Bryce to help track down the real culprits. But does Bryce know more about the advanced tech crime than he's willing to admit?"
"While Blank Reg publicly fights for his freedom and his life for a crime he didn't commit, Theora recruits Bryce to help track down the real culprits. But does Bryce know more about the advanced tech crime than he's willing to admit?"
It all began right here ...
On this day in 1989 (in the U.S.), Fox TV dipped back into the waters of Science Fiction with their TV adaptation of the cult flick Alien Nation. Here's the pilot movie's plot summary compliments of IMDB.com:
"A bigoted human policeman in the L.A. of the future and his alien partner learn to live with each other's differences while attempting to solve a drug conspiracy hidden in the subculture of Los Angeles' newest immigrant population: extraterrestrials."
On this day in 1989 (in the U.S.), Fox TV dipped back into the waters of Science Fiction with their TV adaptation of the cult flick Alien Nation. Here's the pilot movie's plot summary compliments of IMDB.com:
"A bigoted human policeman in the L.A. of the future and his alien partner learn to live with each other's differences while attempting to solve a drug conspiracy hidden in the subculture of Los Angeles' newest immigrant population: extraterrestrials."
On this day in 1991 (in the U.S.), Quantum Leap aired "The Leap Back." Officially, this served as the first episode in the program's fourth season. According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:
"Sam and Al have switched places. Now Sam is the hologram, and Al is the leaper. Al must reunite a returning WWII veteran with the woman he left due to the war. Sam and Al must figure a way to communicate with the future, because Al has the comm device, and Sam has no way to contact Ziggy."
"Sam and Al have switched places. Now Sam is the hologram, and Al is the leaper. Al must reunite a returning WWII veteran with the woman he left due to the war. Sam and Al must figure a way to communicate with the future, because Al has the comm device, and Sam has no way to contact Ziggy."
It all began right here ...
On this day in 1993 (in the U.S.), Exosquad aired "Pirate Scourge: Fall Of The Human Empire (Part 1)." Officially, this served as the first episode in the program's first season; and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"After Exosquad comes to the rescue of a freighter being attacked by Tethysian Pirates, the General Assembly commissions Exosquad to eliminate the Tethysian Pirate menace once and for all."
On this day in 1993 (in the U.S.), Exosquad aired "Pirate Scourge: Fall Of The Human Empire (Part 1)." Officially, this served as the first episode in the program's first season; and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"After Exosquad comes to the rescue of a freighter being attacked by Tethysian Pirates, the General Assembly commissions Exosquad to eliminate the Tethysian Pirate menace once and for all."
On this day in 1993 (in the U.S.), Star Trek: The Next Generation aired "Descent: Part 2." Officially, this served as the first episode in the program's seventh (and final) season, and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"Before Lore can run risky experiments on Geordi, Troi and Picard, the three seek a way to re-boot Data's ethical program that Lore switched off to pull Data to his side."
"Before Lore can run risky experiments on Geordi, Troi and Picard, the three seek a way to re-boot Data's ethical program that Lore switched off to pull Data to his side."
It all began right here ...
On this day in 1994 (in the U.S.), the Highlander Saga grew by one more addition with the premiere of Highlander: The Animated Series. The first episode was titled "The Last Of The Macleods," and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"Immortal tyrant Kortan raids a village for slaves. Young Quentin MacLeod and his mother are killed in the attack but Quentin soon revives. Immortals Ramirez and Mangus help him and his kid stepsister Clyde find their captured clansmen."
On this day in 1994 (in the U.S.), the Highlander Saga grew by one more addition with the premiere of Highlander: The Animated Series. The first episode was titled "The Last Of The Macleods," and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"Immortal tyrant Kortan raids a village for slaves. Young Quentin MacLeod and his mother are killed in the attack but Quentin soon revives. Immortals Ramirez and Mangus help him and his kid stepsister Clyde find their captured clansmen."
On this day in 1994 (in the U.S.), Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman aired "Madame Ex." This served as the first episode of the program's second season, and here's the plot summary as detailed on IMDB.com:
"Lex Luthor's ex-wife comes to town determined to revenge the fall of her ex-husband. The target of her revenge is Lois Lane and Superman who in her mind is the two foremost responsible for the fate of Lex Luthor. With her she brings an impostor who through plastic surgery looks exactly like Lois."
"Lex Luthor's ex-wife comes to town determined to revenge the fall of her ex-husband. The target of her revenge is Lois Lane and Superman who in her mind is the two foremost responsible for the fate of Lex Luthor. With her she brings an impostor who through plastic surgery looks exactly like Lois."
On this day in 1994 (in the U.S.), SeaQuest returned to the airwaves with the broadcast of "Daggers." Officially, this served as the first episode in the program's second season. Here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"The crew of the the newly rebuilt SeaQuest must deal with a hostage crisis at a UEO prison colony, where genetically engineered soldiers have risen up against their captors."
"The crew of the the newly rebuilt SeaQuest must deal with a hostage crisis at a UEO prison colony, where genetically engineered soldiers have risen up against their captors."
On this day in 1995 (in Australia), Ocean Girl aired "The Arrival." This served as the twelfth episode of the program's second season, and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"Neri leaves ORCA intending to save Mera and Charlie by giving herself up to UBRI. Brett chases after her, gets into an accident with a UBRI boat and is saved by Neri."
"Neri leaves ORCA intending to save Mera and Charlie by giving herself up to UBRI. Brett chases after her, gets into an accident with a UBRI boat and is saved by Neri."
Meanwhile -- on this day in 1995 (in the U.S.) -- the crew of the starship Voyager (on the Star Trek program of the same name) discover that space itself can be infested with bugs! Eeeewww! The episode was titled "Elogium." Oh, yeah, and Kes's biological clock started ticking REALLY loud! Here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"The Voyager encounters a swarm of mysterious life forms that has a strange effect on the ship's key operating system and who's presence accelerates Kes' reproductive cycle."
"The Voyager encounters a swarm of mysterious life forms that has a strange effect on the ship's key operating system and who's presence accelerates Kes' reproductive cycle."
On this day in 1996 (in the U.S.), Star Trek: Voyager aired "The Chute," an adventure that saw Tom Paris and Harry Kim incarcerated in some evil space prison where neurological implants are part of the sentencing process. The implants slowly drive you mad, so Tom and Harry are also in a race for their lives to survive.
On this day in 1999 (in the U.S.), Batman Beyond launched its second season with an adventure titled "Splicers." Here's the episode's plot summary from our friends at IMDB.com:
"Splicing genetics into humans is the new thing among the kids at Terry's school. The city wants to make it illegal due to overly aggressive behavior in the subjects. Batman is suspicious."
"Splicing genetics into humans is the new thing among the kids at Terry's school. The city wants to make it illegal due to overly aggressive behavior in the subjects. Batman is suspicious."
It all began right here ...
On this day in 1999 (in the U.S.), Sherlock Holmes In The 22nd Century aired "The Fall And Rise Of Sherlock Holmes." Officially, this served as the first episode in the program's first season; and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"Inspector Beth Lestrade of New Scotland Yard is convinced that Professor Moriarty has returned from the dead, so she asks biologist Sir Evan Hargreaves to cellular rejuvenate Sherlock Holmes, who's body has been preserved in honey for nearly 200 years."
On this day in 1999 (in the U.S.), Sherlock Holmes In The 22nd Century aired "The Fall And Rise Of Sherlock Holmes." Officially, this served as the first episode in the program's first season; and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"Inspector Beth Lestrade of New Scotland Yard is convinced that Professor Moriarty has returned from the dead, so she asks biologist Sir Evan Hargreaves to cellular rejuvenate Sherlock Holmes, who's body has been preserved in honey for nearly 200 years."
On this day in 2001 (in Australia), Cybergirl aired the eighth episode of its first (and only) season. According to our friends at TV.com, here's the episode's plot summary:
"When Top Dog's mainframe dies, and Jackson, Kat and a bunch of school children become trapped in a lift, Cybergirl is forced to show herself in public to save them. Is her cover blown?"
"When Top Dog's mainframe dies, and Jackson, Kat and a bunch of school children become trapped in a lift, Cybergirl is forced to show herself in public to save them. Is her cover blown?"
On this day in 2001 (in the U.S.), The Invisible Man aired "Ghost Of A Chance." Officially, this served as the fifteenth episode in the program's first season, and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"A government agent sends Darien on a mission to keep a country's newly appointed Defense Minister from putting into play a weapon system that could be used against the U.S. They want Darien to pretend to be a ghost and talk him out of it; it appears the man is superstitious. But another group who wants the weapon system activated sends their own agent who can meld with water who claims to be a water spirit."
"A government agent sends Darien on a mission to keep a country's newly appointed Defense Minister from putting into play a weapon system that could be used against the U.S. They want Darien to pretend to be a ghost and talk him out of it; it appears the man is superstitious. But another group who wants the weapon system activated sends their own agent who can meld with water who claims to be a water spirit."
On this day in 2002 (in the U.S.), Star Trek: Enterprise aired "Shockwave, Part 2." This served as the first episode of the program's second season, and here's the plot summary from IMDB.com:
"Captain Archer and temporal agent Daniels have been stranded in the 31st century. In a library they investigate the damage to the time line and try to find way a to get Archer back in his own century. Meanwhile Silik the Suliban leader is trying his utmost to find the whereabouts of Archer and he is willing to go far for the answer. But the crew of Enterprise has plans of their own. Trip finds a way to use the com system and is able to speak with Reed. Together they try to contact other crew members and make plans to purge Enterprise of the Sulibans."
"Captain Archer and temporal agent Daniels have been stranded in the 31st century. In a library they investigate the damage to the time line and try to find way a to get Archer back in his own century. Meanwhile Silik the Suliban leader is trying his utmost to find the whereabouts of Archer and he is willing to go far for the answer. But the crew of Enterprise has plans of their own. Trip finds a way to use the com system and is able to speak with Reed. Together they try to contact other crew members and make plans to purge Enterprise of the Sulibans."
It all began right here ...
On this day in 2002 (in Canada), the third incarnation of TV's The Twilight Zone premiered. (For purists, yes, the program also aired in the United States; it may've been in syndication, and I've been unable to uncover any US broadcast dates.) The first episode was titled "Evergreen," and it starred a budding Amber Tamblyn in the central role. Here's the plot summary from IMDB.com:
"Jenna's parents move her to a special community to help curb her rebellious teenage ways. Little do they know that Jenna will be changed in ways they never dreamed possible."
On this day in 2002 (in Canada), the third incarnation of TV's The Twilight Zone premiered. (For purists, yes, the program also aired in the United States; it may've been in syndication, and I've been unable to uncover any US broadcast dates.) The first episode was titled "Evergreen," and it starred a budding Amber Tamblyn in the central role. Here's the plot summary from IMDB.com:
"Jenna's parents move her to a special community to help curb her rebellious teenage ways. Little do they know that Jenna will be changed in ways they never dreamed possible."
On this day in 2004 (in the U.S.), Justice League Unlimited aired "The Return." This served as the eighth episode of the program's first season, and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"After blasting through the entire Green Lantern Corps, the android Amazo returns to Earth. Only the Justice League stands between him and his goal -- the now-reformed Lex Luthor."
"After blasting through the entire Green Lantern Corps, the android Amazo returns to Earth. Only the Justice League stands between him and his goal -- the now-reformed Lex Luthor."
On this day in 2007 (in the U.S.), Eureka aired "Maneater." This served as the eleventh episode of the program's second season, and here's the plot summary provided by our friends at IMDB.com:
"All the women of Eureka begin to pursue Carter, so something must be very wrong."
"All the women of Eureka begin to pursue Carter, so something must be very wrong."
On this day in 2008 (in the U.S.), Smallville aired "Odyssey." This served as the first episode of the program's eighth season, and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"It's been four weeks since the Fortress collapsed and Clark disappeared. Green Arrow calls upon Black Canary and Aquaman to locate the missing Clark Kent. Clark, in the meantime, is powerless and residing in a Russian prison camp in Siberia. With Lex Luthor missing and presumed dead, a new ruthless CEO, named Tess Mercer, is appointed the head of LuthorCorp and moves into Lex's mansion with her own dark plans for Clark and Metropolis. Chloe is kidnapped by a clandestine group that has discovered her special powers and they want to test the limits of those new powers by locating Green Arrow and his friends."
"It's been four weeks since the Fortress collapsed and Clark disappeared. Green Arrow calls upon Black Canary and Aquaman to locate the missing Clark Kent. Clark, in the meantime, is powerless and residing in a Russian prison camp in Siberia. With Lex Luthor missing and presumed dead, a new ruthless CEO, named Tess Mercer, is appointed the head of LuthorCorp and moves into Lex's mansion with her own dark plans for Clark and Metropolis. Chloe is kidnapped by a clandestine group that has discovered her special powers and they want to test the limits of those new powers by locating Green Arrow and his friends."
On this day in 2009 (in the U.S.), Eureka aired "What Goes Around, Comes Around." This served as the eighteenth episode of the program's third season, and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"Carter deals with a new magnetic force tearing apart the town, Zoe gets unexpected news about her college application and Tess drops a bombshell about a job offer."
"Carter deals with a new magnetic force tearing apart the town, Zoe gets unexpected news about her college application and Tess drops a bombshell about a job offer."
On this day in 2015 (in Canada), Continuum aired "Power Hour." Offically, this served as the third episode in the program's fourth (and final) season, and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"Alec takes a definitive step toward shaping a positive future, by joining Carlos and the VPD. Kiera and Garza form an alliance in order to recon the new future soldiers compound and uncover their plan, but is Kiera's trust of Brad putting everyone in danger?"
"Alec takes a definitive step toward shaping a positive future, by joining Carlos and the VPD. Kiera and Garza form an alliance in order to recon the new future soldiers compound and uncover their plan, but is Kiera's trust of Brad putting everyone in danger?"
On this day in 2015 (in the U.S.), Z Nation aired "White Light." Officially, this served as the second episode in the program's second season. Here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"Following Citizen Z's on-air bounty announcement, it seems like everyone left who isn't a zombie is on the hunt for Murphy -- and they're not afraid to do whatever it takes to bring him in dead or alive! Newly reunited, our Heroes find themselves battling both zombies and over-eager bounty hunters. The fighting is fierce, resulting in a near-death experience for each of our Heroes, culminating in a tragedy no one saw coming. In all the confusion, Murphy manages to give our Heroes the slip yet again. Vasquez, at first interested only in bagging Murphy for himself, starts to see the value in working with our Heroes rather than against them. Together they must work as a team to figure out just where Murphy has gone now."
"Following Citizen Z's on-air bounty announcement, it seems like everyone left who isn't a zombie is on the hunt for Murphy -- and they're not afraid to do whatever it takes to bring him in dead or alive! Newly reunited, our Heroes find themselves battling both zombies and over-eager bounty hunters. The fighting is fierce, resulting in a near-death experience for each of our Heroes, culminating in a tragedy no one saw coming. In all the confusion, Murphy manages to give our Heroes the slip yet again. Vasquez, at first interested only in bagging Murphy for himself, starts to see the value in working with our Heroes rather than against them. Together they must work as a team to figure out just where Murphy has gone now."
On this day in 2017 (in Australia), Electric Dreams aired "The Hood Maker." Officially, this served as the first episode in the program's only season in original broadcast existence. Here's the plot summary as provided by our friends at IMDB.com:
"In a world without advanced technology, mutant telepaths have become humanity's only mechanism for long-distance communication. But their powers have unintended implications. When the public begin to embrace mysterious, telepath-blocking hoods, two detectives with an entangled past are brought in to investigate."
"In a world without advanced technology, mutant telepaths have become humanity's only mechanism for long-distance communication. But their powers have unintended implications. When the public begin to embrace mysterious, telepath-blocking hoods, two detectives with an entangled past are brought in to investigate."
On this day in 2017 (in Spain), The Ministry Of Time aired "Tiempo de censura." This served as the seventh episode of the program's third season, and here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"Irene must face her past once again when she joins Pacino and Alonso in a mission to help Buñuel's Viridiana pass the strict Francoist censorship in 1961."
"Irene must face her past once again when she joins Pacino and Alonso in a mission to help Buñuel's Viridiana pass the strict Francoist censorship in 1961."
On this day in 2020 (in the U.S.), The Barrier aired "Mi hermana Sara." Officially, this served as the second episode in the program's first season. Here's the plot summary as provided by IMDB.com:
"Hugo asks Julia to pose as her twin sister Sara in order to get the proper documentation to recover Marta; The police search for Merida's killer."
"Hugo asks Julia to pose as her twin sister Sara in order to get the proper documentation to recover Marta; The police search for Merida's killer."
