The Six Million Dollar Man (1974)
The Six Million Dollar Man, as one of the most memorable examples of 1970s science fiction and action television, remains a production still referenced in American popular culture today. The series, which began airing in 1974, was…
Overview
The Six Million Dollar Man, as one of the most memorable examples of 1970s science fiction and action television, remains a production still referenced in American popular culture today. The series, which began airing in 1974, was developed drawing inspiration from Martin Caidin's novel "Cyborg," and appealed to a wide audience by combining the technological imagination of the era with espionage-themed action. Lee Majors, who played the lead character Steve Austin, became an iconic figure in television history through this role. As one of the first productions to bring the idea of the human body being enhanced with machine parts to the television screen, the series has also served as an inspiration for today's superhero and cyborg-themed productions.
The "slow-motion" running sequences produced with the visual effects techniques of the time, along with the characteristic sound effects, left an indelible mark on viewers' memories. The show's success led to repeated broadcasts not only in the United States but in many countries around the world, paving the way for it to become a cultural phenomenon. Names in the cast such as Simone Griffeth also delivered performances that contributed to the television aesthetic of the era.
Plot
The story begins with the life of Steve Austin, an experienced astronaut, being completely transformed after he suffers a fatal accident. Facing the risk of losing a large part of his body, Austin is rebuilt with bionic parts through a secret government program. With his legs, one arm, and one eye replaced with artificial, state-of-the-art components, Austin now possesses physical abilities far beyond those of a normal human being.
With this newfound power, Austin begins working as an agent involved in the government's covert operations. Facing a different threat, espionage scenario, or rescue mission in each episode, the character offers viewers both an emotional and action-packed experience through his human vulnerabilities as well as his superior physical capacity. While questioning the balance between technology and humanity, the series tells intrigue-filled stories that also draw on the Cold War atmosphere of the period.
Why Should You Watch It?
The Six Million Dollar Man is one of the pioneering examples in television history of how the science fiction and action genres can be blended. Although the effects used are quite simple compared to today's productions with advanced CGI technology, the show's creative storytelling techniques and character depth can still captivate viewers. It is an important reference point especially for viewers seeking a nostalgic television experience or curious about the origins of the science fiction genre.
Lee Majors' performance reflects both the strong and human sides of the character in a balanced way. Steve Austin is a hero who stands out not only for his physical strength but also for his moral values and determination. The series also offers an enjoyable viewing opportunity for those who want to experience the scenes and lines that left a mark on popular culture. Additionally, it carries historical significance for film and TV enthusiasts who wish to understand the foundations of today's superhero universes.
Who Is It Suitable For?
This series is ideal primarily for viewers interested in classic television productions and retro science fiction aesthetics. It offers rich content for those curious about 1970s television sensibilities, the era's perception of technology, and elements of popular culture. It is also a suitable option for those looking for an action series that can be watched together as a family, with violence kept in moderation.
Film history enthusiasts who want to follow the evolution of science fiction-themed productions can watch this series to see the roots of the cyborg and superhuman-themed works that emerged in later years. It also offers an enjoyable rewatching experience for viewers who want to embark on a nostalgic journey, having grown up with this series during their childhood or youth.
Pros and Cons
Pros:
1. The creative and memorable use of visual effects for its time, especially the characteristic slow-motion sequences, offers viewers a distinctive experience.
2. Lee Majors' charismatic and convincing performance turns Steve Austin into an unforgettable television hero.
3. The screenplay structure, which balances science fiction, espionage, and action genres, keeps viewers engaged by offering a different element of tension in each episode.
Cons:
1. For today's audience, the effects and production techniques may seem quite dated, which can cause some scenes to appear far from realistic.
2. The episodic structure's occasional reliance on repetitive formulas can create a sense of monotony over long viewing sessions.
Genre and Tone
The series offers a classic blend of science fiction and action genres. While adopting a serious, heroism-focused approach in tone, it also displays a certain naivety and optimism characteristic of television productions of the era. While the espionage elements add tension to the story, emotional depth is not neglected either, thanks to the main character's human values. The overall atmosphere reflects the mysterious and tense mood of the Cold War era while also offering a hope-filled narrative of heroism.
Runtime and Viewing Experience
The show's episodes are prepared at a medium length in line with the classic television format, with each episode telling an independent story in itself. This structure allows viewers to follow the series piece by piece or watch selected episodes. The storyline, spread across long seasons, offers viewers variety by presenting different themes and characters from time to time. A comfortable viewing pace is offered for viewers seeking a retro television experience; alongside intense action sequences, time is also devoted to character development.
Similar Productions
- The Bionic Woman (1976)
- Knight Rider (1982)
- MacGyver (1985)
- Automan (1983)
- Manimal (1983)
Final Assessment
The Six Million Dollar Man is a production that made significant contributions to the development of the science fiction and action genres in television history and became a cultural icon. Lee Majors' performance and the show's creative storytelling offer viewers an enjoyable journey of nostalgia even today. Although it technically bears the limitations of its era, the legacy the series has left on popular culture and its inspiring narrative structure make it one of the unforgettable productions in television history. It is certainly a work worth discovering for science fiction enthusiasts and classic television lovers alike.
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1977 Sezon 1 · 13 bölüm
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Population: Zero
· 18.01.1974
· 52 dk
When Steve and Oscar investigate the death of the entire population of a small town, they are contacted by a scientist, once employed by the government, who is …
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Survival of the Fittest
· 25.01.1974
· 52 dk
Due to secret negotiations with the Russians, Oscar Goldman is targeted for assassination by interests that will be hurt by the prospective pact. Oscar and Stev…
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Operation Firefly
· 01.02.1974
· 51 dk
Dr. Samuel Abbott has been kidnapped while developing a wireless laser that utilizes scientific principles observed in light generation by the common firefly. S…
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Day of the Robot
· 08.02.1974
· 51 dk
In an attempt to steal a top secret anti-missile device, Steve's associate and friend Major Sloan is kidnapped and replaced with a robot. Steve must discover th…
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Little Orphan Airplane
· 22.02.1974
· 51 dk
Steve is assigned to find and rescue downed-pilot Josh Perkins, as well as recover the evidence of U.N. treaty violations that Perkins had on him when he disapp…
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Doomsday, and Counting
· 01.03.1974
· 51 dk
When an earthquake threatens the stability of an underground Russian nuclear installation, Steve must rescue the fiance of his friend Col. Vasily Zhukov, who is…
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Eyewitness to Murder
· 08.03.1974
· 51 dk
By sheer chance, Steve Austin witnesses the attempted assassination of Lawrence Sandusky, a prosecutor who is about to file criminal charges against a known rac…
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The Rescue of Athena One
· 15.03.1974
· 51 dk
When America's first female astronaut (guest star Farrah Fawcett) runs into trouble, Steve tries to help, but discovers that his powers are limited by space tra…
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Dr. Wells Is Missing
· 29.03.1974
· 52 dk
When a group of international criminals kidnap Dr. Rudy Wells in order to force him to build them a bionic man, Steve is sent to find and rescue him.
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The Last of the Fourth of Julys
· 05.04.1974
· 52 dk
When a terrorist uses a laser to try to kill a group of prime ministers attending an international meeting in Paris, Steve is assigned to infiltrate his compoun…
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Burning Bright
· 12.04.1974
· 52 dk
Steve's astronaut friend Josh Lang (William Shatner) is impaired after being exposed to an electrical field while in space. However, Lang finds himself with str…
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The Coward
· 19.04.1974
· 52 dk
When an earthquake in the Himalayas uncovers a DC-3 plane containing secret papers that went down during World War II, Steve is sent to recover the papers. Stev…
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Run, Steve, Run
· 26.04.1974
· 51 dk
When a crime syndicate and a robot creator conspire to build a team of bionic robot criminals, they kidnap Steve in order to learn how his bionic limbs work.
Sezon 2 · 22 bölüm
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Nuclear Alert
· 13.09.1974
· 48 dk
Steve must stop a group of government conspirators who have assembled an atomic bomb from stolen parts.
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The Pioneers
· 20.09.1974
· 48 dk
While scientist David Tate experiments in space with a serum designed to awaken cryogenically frozen patients, he is accidentally injected with too much serum. …
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Pilot Error
· 27.09.1974
· 48 dk
A plane carrying Steve, a senator, and the senator's aides crashes in the desert. Steve must lead the others to safety despite being blinded in the crash.
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The Pal-Mir Escort
· 04.10.1974
· 48 dk
When the Prime Minister of a small country has a heart attack while negotiating a peace treaty with neighboring countries, she is selected to receive the first …
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The Seven Million Dollar Man
· 01.11.1974
· 48 dk
When Steve discovers that there is another bionic man - Barney Hiller, a race car driver - he is assigned to help him adjust to his bionics.
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Straight On 'til Morning
· 08.11.1974
· 48 dk
A UFO carrying four anthropomorphic aliens seeking a new home on earth crashes into the ocean. The aliens manage to escape their lost vessel and swim ashore. Ha…
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The Midas Touch
· 15.11.1974
· 47 dk
When Oscar disappears, Steve investigates a lead involving a government-operated gold mine.
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The Deadly Replay
· 22.11.1974
· 47 dk
Steve attempts to re-test the experimental plane that caused his near fatal accident. When suspicious things begin to happen, Oscar reveals to Steve that his fi…
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Act of Piracy
· 29.11.1974
· 46 dk
While Steve is helping a science team place earthquake sensors on the ocean floor, their boat is notified that the nearby country of Santa Ventura has broken of…
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Stranger in Broken Fork
· 13.12.1974
· 47 dk
An electrical short in Steve Austin’s bionic wiring causes him to crash land a plane in Colorado. Suffering from complete amnesia, he is taken in by a psycholog…
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The Peeping Blonde
· 20.12.1974
· 47 dk
When Steve jumps a 12 foot fence to fix a malfunctioning space capsule, a newswoman happens to get it on film. After her boss sees the footage he attempts to ki…
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The Cross-Country Kidnap
· 10.01.1975
· 48 dk
Steve is assigned to protect Liza Leitman, an equestrian trying to make the Olympic team; also the creator of the cryptography code that links computers and sec…
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Lost Love
· 17.01.1975
· 47 dk
Steve consoles a woman, with whom he was once romantically involved, after her husband apparently dies in a plane crash.
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The Last Kamikaze
· 19.01.1975
· 47 dk
When a plane carrying an atomic warhead crashes on a South Pacific island, Steve is sent to retrieve it, but finds that an ex-Japanese Zero pilot, Kuroda, has t…
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Return of the Robot Maker
· 26.01.1975
· 47 dk
Doctor Dolenz returns and kidnaps Oscar, replacing him with a lookalike robot in an attempt to steal the formula for a new energy source.
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Taneha
· 02.02.1975
· 47 dk
The last known golden cougar is on the verge of being hunted down by local ranchers trying to stop their livestock from being killed. Steve's friend, and a loca…
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Look Alike
· 23.02.1975
· 47 dk
While Steve Austin is on a one week fishing vacation, a Steve Austin look-alike shows up at Oscar Goldman’s office claiming that he decided to cut his vacation …
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The E.S.P. Spy
· 02.03.1975
· 47 dk
When Oscar discovers that the construction of a top secret laser is being duplicated, he suspects that Harry Green, the expert overseeing the project, is a trai…
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The Bionic Woman (1)
· 16.03.1975
· 47 dk
Steve Austin buys a ranch in his hometown of Ojai, California. He reunites with childhood friend Jaime Sommers who is now a professional tennis player. They rek…
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The Bionic Woman (2)
· 23.03.1975
· 47 dk
While Steve Austin and Jaime Sommers plan their wedding, Oscar Goldman submits his bill for making Jaime Sommers a bionic woman: She is to go on her first assig…
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Outrage in Balinderry
· 20.04.1975
· 47 dk
Revolutionaries kidnap the wife of the US Ambassador to the nation of Balinderry. In exchange for her release, the revolutionaries want their imprisoned fellow …
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Steve Austin, Fugitive
· 27.04.1975
· 47 dk
Steve is arrested when an assassin he helped send to prison seeks revenge by framing him for murder. Steve escapes from the police and must find the assassin be…
Sezon 3 · 21 bölüm
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The Return of the Bionic Woman (1)
· 14.09.1975
· 47 dk
Steve Austin's bionic legs are heavily damaged during a mission and while recuperating at Dr. Rudy Wells' hospital, he catches a glimpse of his fiancée, Jaime S…
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The Return of the Bionic Woman (2)
· 21.09.1975
· 47 dk
Steve Austin takes the recuperating Jaime Sommers to their hometown of Ojai in an attempt to jog her memory. Unfortunately this only results in her getting viol…
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The Price of Liberty
· 28.09.1975
· 47 dk
Bitter explosive expert Robert Meyer arranges for the Liberty Bell to be stolen, rigs it with three bombs and demands five million dollars. Complications mount …
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The Song and Dance Spy
· 05.10.1975
· 46 dk
Steve is assigned to keep an eye on his college buddy, the entertainer John Perry. Oscar suspects the singer of being a courier for an espionage ring.
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The Wolf Boy
· 12.10.1975
· 47 dk
When Kuroda is asked to track down a wolf boy roaming the island forests of Hoyoko, Japan, he asks for only one man to help him: his friend Col. Steve Austin.
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The Deadly Test
· 19.10.1975
· 47 dk
Steve Austin is on reserve duty at Edwards Airforce base when an attempt is made on Prince Sakari of Kutan, who is studying to be a jet pilot there.
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Target in the Sky
· 26.10.1975
· 47 dk
Steve goes undercover as lumberjack 'Steve Parker' when a government agent goes missing after reporting a missile station near Wixted Lumber Camp.
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One of our Running Backs is Missing
· 02.11.1975
· 47 dk
Running back Larry Bronco is kidnapped on the day of an important game, but his good friend Steve Austin uses all his bionic powers to make sure Bronco makes it…
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The Bionic Criminal
· 09.11.1975
· 47 dk
Oscar and Rudy are performing a test on Barney Hiller to see if his bionic power can be turned on and off again when needed.
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The Blue Flash
· 16.11.1975
· 47 dk
Steve Austin goes undercover as a longshoreman to investigate the disappearance of another OSI agent.
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The White Lightning War
· 23.11.1975
· 47 dk
Several agents from the U.S. Treasury Department have died from snake bites while investigating an illegal moonshine ring in Morgantown, Georgia. Steve Austin v…
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Divided Loyalty
· 30.11.1975
· 47 dk
Scientist Leon Jackson defected to the Soviet Union for the love of a woman but now wants to return to the states with his son Alex.
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Clark Templeton O'Flaherty
· 14.12.1975
· 46 dk
Somebody inside the OSI has been leaking top secret information and the trail leads to janitor Clark O'Flaherty.
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The Winning Smile
· 21.12.1975
· 47 dk
Steve is investigating another security leak at the OSI and this time it leads to his and Oscar Goldman's favorite secretary, Peggy Callahan.
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Hocus-Pocus
· 18.01.1976
· 47 dk
O.S.I. needs to get a stolen top-secret codebook back from elusive criminal and club owner Mark Wharton.
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The Secret of Bigfoot (1)
· 01.02.1976
· 45 dk
Two geologist friends of Steve Austin disappear in Californa while placing earthquake sensors in the woods.
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The Secret of Bigfoot (2)
· 04.02.1976
· 45 dk
Steve Austin has met a colony of space travelers living inside a California mountain.
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The Golden Pharaoh
· 08.02.1976
· 47 dk
When Oscar assigns Steve Austin to protect the priceless Golden Pharaoh statue, they find it has already been replaced by a fake.
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Love Song for Tanya
· 15.02.1976
· 46 dk
Oscar Goldman assigns Steve Austin to escort duty for Russian gymnast Tanya Breski.
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The Bionic Badge
· 22.02.1976
· 47 dk
Atomic bomb components have been stolen over a series of thefts and Oscar suspects one old cop, Officer Banner of being involved.
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Big Brother
· 07.03.1976
· 47 dk
When Steve Austin agrees to some promotional work for a friends' Big Brothers organization, he soon takes a difficult youth named Carlos Delgado under his wing.
Sezon 4 · 22 bölüm
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The Return of Bigfoot (I)
· 19.09.1976
· 91 dk
Steve Austin becomes a suspect after series of burglaries that can only be accomplished with bionic strength are committed. As Austin begins to have vague memor…
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Nightmare in the Sky
· 26.09.1976
· 46 dk
When an Aircraft mysteriously disappears in a test flight, Steve's friend Kelly Wood becomes the prime suspect, since she was the one driving the plane at the t…
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Double Trouble
· 03.10.1976
· 45 dk
When a nightclub comedian is hit by a car, the x-rays reveal an implant in his head that can control his actions. Oscar sends Steve to find out why and if the R…
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The Most Dangerous Enemy
· 17.10.1976
· 46 dk
Steve and Rudy go to check up on scientist, Cheryl Osborne, who was performing research on chimpanzees but who has ceased communications. When they arrive they …
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H+2+O = Death
· 24.10.1976
· 46 dk
A remarkable new underwater breathing device with bigger implications and powered by nuclear fusion attracts the attention of a dangerous spy network. With an i…
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Kill Oscar (II)
· 31.10.1976
· 44 dk
With Jaime Sommers critically injured, Steve Austin races to Dr. Franklin's secret hideout to find the kidnapped Oscar Goldman. Austin plans to rescue his frien…
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The Bionic Boy
· 07.11.1976
· 45 dk
In special two-hour show of "The Six Million Dollar Man", Andy Shefield has been injured in a landslide that also killed his controversial father. OSI chooses t…
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Vulture of the Andes
· 21.11.1976
· 46 dk
Steve poses as a member of the US team in a sailplane meet to stop terrorists.
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The Thunderbird Connection
· 28.11.1976
· 46 dk
Steve's mission is to rescue an Arab prince who's going to be killed by someone who wants to be King. So Steve joins a fighter jet group called the Thunderbirds…
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A Bionic Christmas Carol
· 12.12.1976
· 46 dk
After an accident at a NASA contractor, Steve uses his bionic abilities to convince the gruff, penny-pinching head of the company to change his callous ways.
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Task Force
· 19.12.1976
· 46 dk
Steve goes undercover to thwart a plot by disgruntled ex-military men to steal a new missile.
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The Ultimate Imposter
· 02.01.1977
· 45 dk
Dr. Wells has a new project that involves the direct (and permanent) transfer of information to the brain of Joe Patton from a computer. However, Joe's girlfrie…
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Death Probe (1)
· 09.01.1977
· 40 dk
When an object tracks across the sky and lands in a remote area in Wyoming, Oscar and Steve arrive on the scene and find that a Russian space probe built to wit…
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Death Probe (2)
· 16.01.1977
· 46 dk
With time running out, Steve must do anything he can to disable the Russian space probe in spite of the fact that it is virtually indestructible and has numerou…
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Danny's Inferno
· 23.01.1977
· 46 dk
A boy experimenting with chemicals accidentally stumbles onto a thermonuclear reaction, creating a dangerous and powerful power source. A corrupt fire chief and…
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Fires of Hell
· 30.01.1977
· 46 dk
An experimental process to bring played out oilfields to life is jeopardized by mysterious fires. Steve Austin must discover who is sabotaging the project and w…
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The Infiltrators
· 06.02.1977
· 46 dk
Oscar has Steve pose as a boxer to try and figure out what a ring of expatriate athletes intends to steal in Washington.
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Carnival of Spies
· 13.02.1977
· 46 dk
A scientist covers up his sabotage of a B-1 Bomber experiment.
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U-509
· 20.02.1977
· 46 dk
When a sub is seen off the coast. It appears to be an old German U-Boat from World War II. A message is sent saying that unless their demands are met, they will…
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The Privacy of the Mind
· 27.02.1977
· 46 dk
A top neuroscientist is asked to do a bit of moonlighting work by one of his assistants. Eyebrows are raised when the unknown client is willing to pay one milli…
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To Catch the Eagle
· 06.03.1977
· 45 dk
An Indian Chief who is also a trained scientist discovers an ore on the reservation that can be a great source of power. So Oscar sends two men to check it out …
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The Ghostly Teletype
· 13.03.1977
· 50 dk
A top secret formula is wiped off it's page and Steve Austin is accused of swiping it. To prove his innocence, Austin seeks out the inventor of the formula and …
Sezon 5 · 21 bölüm
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Sharks (1)
· 11.09.1977
· 46 dk
Steve is captured while investigating the unusual power failure of a nuclear submarine.
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Sharks (2)
· 18.09.1977
· 42 dk
A nuclear submarine is commandeered for the purpose of piracy and extortion. Steve investigates and is captured. To escape he must eluded trained sharks.
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Deadly Countdown (1)
· 25.09.1977
· 45 dk
Steve is on a mission involving a test satellite. But Steve becomes a target when the satellite is needed to gain control of a missile to be sold to a foreign …
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Deadly Countdown (2)
· 02.10.1977
· 40 dk
The daughter of Steve's friend, David McGrath, is kidnapped in order to force David to kill Steve. When the attempt on Steve fails, David confesses to Steve wh…
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Bigfoot V
· 09.10.1977
· 45 dk
Steve thought Bigfoot had returned to space. But when Bigfoot is seen and photographed by an anthropologist, Steve travels to her camp to investigate.
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Killer Wind
· 16.10.1977
· 45 dk
Two locals join Steve when he attempts to rescue a group of students in a stalled cable car halfway up a mountain. They must rescue the students before a tornad…
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Rollback
· 30.10.1977
· 45 dk
Steve goes undercover, joining a roller derby team whose owner plans to acquire and sell top-secret information. When the owner discovers the ruse, he plants ev…
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Dark Side of the Moon (1)
· 06.11.1977
· 45 dk
Steve is sent to the moon to investigate an orbital shift which is causing major upheavals in the Earth's climate. It turns out the upheavals are caused by a de…
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Dark Side of the Moon (2)
· 13.11.1977
· 42 dk
Steve is captured on the moon and is forced to help the scientist, who believes he's found a new energy source, and who threatens nuclear devastation on Earth i…
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Target: Steve Austin
· 27.11.1977
· 45 dk
Steve poses as a newlywed with another OSI agent to uncover who broke into headquarters in search of an atomic bomb. Travelling via RV, their prey discovers the…
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The Cheshire Project
· 18.12.1977
· 45 dk
Steve investigates his girlfriend's disappearance while she was piloting a new plane with anti-radar technology. He discovers one of the plane's technicians has…
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Walk a Deadly Wing
· 01.01.1978
· 45 dk
Steve is assigned to gain the confidence of a scientist who has developed a weapon to capture soldiers non-violently, but refuses to hand over the plans to anyo…
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Just a Matter of Time
· 08.01.1978
· 45 dk
Steve enters a time warp while on an orbital mission, hurling him six years into the future. Upon landing, the authorities arrest him for treason, believing he …
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Return of Death Probe (1)
· 22.01.1978
· 45 dk
A new, deadlier Venus probe is tested in a desolate area as a demonstration for Steve and Oscar, but a threat to Oscar to either hand over nuclear weaponry or s…
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Return of Death Probe (2)
· 29.01.1978
· 41 dk
When all physical assaults fail against the new Venus probe, Steve succeeds in tricking it into falling into a pit. However, when it starts drilling towards a c…
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The Lost Island
· 30.01.1978
· 50 dk
While searching for a fallen satellite in the Pacific, Steve rescues a drowning victim who turns out to be an alien. She offers to help him acquire the satellit…
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The Madonna Caper
· 06.02.1978
· 45 dk
While Steve helps a countess retrieve a microdot with important information hidden on a painting in a museum, she helps herself to a masterpiece and replaces it…
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Dead Ringer
· 13.02.1978
· 45 dk
Steve's brush with death is followed by visions that may be the work of a spirit.
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Date with Danger (1)
· 20.02.1978
· 44 dk
When OSI's communications chief is accused of spying, Steve attempts to prove his innocence and discovers tampered computer memory. He is led to suspect a compu…
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Date with Danger (2)
· 27.02.1978
· 46 dk
Steve teams with the owner of the computer dating service to put a stop to her now-sentient computer. After escaping a computer-arranged assassination, Steve fi…
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The Moving Mountain
· 06.03.1978
· 45 dk
A terrorist steals a Russian rocket launcher and American missilse and plans to hold both countries hostage. Steve is sent along with a beautiful Russian agent …
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