"Starman" (1986)TV series 1986-1987

Directors:

Robert Chenault
Bob Dahlin

Writers:

Mike Gray (developer)
Mike Gray (writer)

Seasons:

1

Release Date:

19 September 1986 (USA)

Genre:

Sci-Fi

Plot:

A TV series sequel to the theatrical released film Starman which starred Jeff Bridges and Karen Allen...

Plot Keywords:

Cult Favorite | Extra Terrestrial | Father Son Relationship | Based On Film | Spin Off

Awards:

2 nominations

Cast

Robert Hays	...	Paul Forrester / ... (22 episodes, 1986-1987)
Christopher Daniel Barnes	...	Scott Hayden (22 episodes, 1986-1987)
Michael Cavanaugh	...	George Fox (22 episodes, 1986-1987)
Patrick Culliton	...	FSA Agent Wylie (11 episodes, 1986-1987)

Runtime:

60 min (22 episodes)

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Colour:

Colour

Aspect Ratio:

1.33 : 1

Sound Mix:

Mono

Filming Locations:

Acton, California, USA

Company:

Columbia Pictures Television

Movie Connections:

Spin off from Starman (1984)

They don't make TV like this anymore

This was a great show. The series was a sequel to the theatrical film of the same name, although with entirely new actors. The episodes focused on Paul Forrester "Starman" and his 14 year old son Scott Hayden, in their quest to find Scott's mother Jenny Hayden. Constantly on their tail was federal agent George Fox, seeking to capture them. Most episodes showed how Starman learned not only about living on Earth, but about being a father to Scott. There were some genuine touching moments as they both loved and lost, and always had to move on to another location. Although a sci-fi series, the episodes all had human interest stories.

Today's sci-fi shows are all about special effects and gore. No sci-fi show comes close to being what Starman was. It's a shame that this series isn't on DVD. Since it only ran one season and the studio that owns the rights seems to have an aversion to 80's shows, it most likely never will. If the sci-fi channel ever shows the reruns again, and you've never seen this show, tape them and watch them with your family. There is no gore and almost no violence. This a family viewing series.