Blue Thunder

Blue Thunder (1984)

EndedScripted showAction, Adventure

Based on the action-packed blockbuster film of the same name, Blue Thunder stars James Farentino (Police Story), Dana Carvey (Saturday Night Live) and NFL greats Dick Butkus and Bubba Smith, dishing out their own brand of justice. The high-tech, turbo-speed aircraft known as the Blue Thunder was created by the federal goverment as the ultimate weapon in the war on crime. It can see through walls, record a whisper or even level an entire city block in seconds. When terror rains down, Blue Thunder will always follow.

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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Blue Thunder premiere?

Blue Thunder premiered on January 6th, 1984.

Who was the lead actor in Blue Thunder?

James Farentino played the lead role of Frank Murphy in Blue Thunder.

What was the premise of the show?

Blue Thunder was about a technologically advanced helicopter named "Blue Thunder" that was built for police work.

What was the purpose of Blue Thunder in the show?

The purpose of Blue Thunder was to provide the police with an advanced helicopter that could assist in high-risk law enforcement situations.

Who created Blue Thunder?

Blue Thunder was created by Dean Devlin and Phil Swartz and was produced by Columbia Pictures Television.

What was the name of the pilot who flies the Blue Thunder helicopter in the show?

The pilot who flies the Blue Thunder helicopter in the show is named Frank "JAFO" Murphy.

What does "JAFO" stand for in Blue Thunder?

"JAFO" stands for "Just Another F***ing Observer".

What was the production budget for the show?

The production budget for Blue Thunder was around $500,000 per episode.

How was the Blue Thunder helicopter built for the show?

The Blue Thunder helicopter was built using a Gazelle helicopter as the base and then modified with additional features and effects.

How many episodes were aired in the first season of Blue Thunder?

A total of 11 episodes were aired in the first season of Blue Thunder.

Who composed the music for Blue Thunder?

Sylvester Levay was the composer for the music in Blue Thunder.

Was Blue Thunder ever adapted into other forms of media?

Yes, Blue Thunder was adapted into a video game for the Commodore 64 and Atari ST.

What was the main focus of the show?

The main focus of Blue Thunder was on the helicopter itself and its use in police work.

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