Thunderbirds
1965
TV Show Information
Overview
Thunderbirds is a 1960s British science-fiction television series which was produced using a mixed method of marionette puppetry and scale-model special effects termed "Supermarionation". The series is set in the 21st century and follows the exploits of International Rescue, a secret organization formed to save people in mortal danger with the help of technologically advanced land, sea, air and space vehicles and equipment, launched from a hidden base on Tracy Island in the South Pacific Ocean.
First Air Date
September 30, 1965
Creators
Gerry Anderson, Sylvia Anderson
Episode Runtime
50 minutes
Status
Ended
Episodes
2 Seasons (32 Episodes)
Cast
Peter DyneleyMatt ZimmermanShane RimmerRay BarrettSylvia AndersonDavid HollidayDavid GrahamChristine Finn
Network
Associated Television
Production
AP FilmsCentury 21 TelevisionITC Entertainment
Genres
FamilyAction & AdventureAnimationSci-Fi & Fantasy