Out of the Unknown

Out of the Unknown (1965-1971)

EndedScripted showDrama, Science-Fiction

Out of the Unknown is a British television science fiction anthology drama series, produced by the BBC and broadcast on BBC2 in four series between 1965 and 1971. Each episode was a dramatisation of a science fiction short story. Some were written directly for the series, but most were adaptations of already published stories. The first three years were exclusively science fiction, but that genre was abandoned in the final year in favour of horror/fantasy stories. A number of episodes were wiped during the early 1970s, as was standard procedure at the time. A large number of episodes are still missing but some do turn up from time to time; for instance, Level Seven from series two, originally broadcast on 27 October 1966 was returned to the BBC from the archives of a European broadcaster in January 2006.

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EpisodeNameAirdate
S04E11The Shattered EyeJuni 30, 1971
S04E10The UninvitedJuni 23, 1971
S04E09The ChopperJuni 16, 1971
S04E08The Man in My HeadJuni 9, 1971
S04E07The Last WitnessJuni 2, 1971
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

What year did the TV show 'Out of the Unknown' premiere?

The TV show 'Out of the Unknown' premiered in 1965.

Who were the main creators of 'Out of the Unknown'?

'Out of the Unknown' was created by Irene Shubik and Sydney Newman.

What genre does 'Out of the Unknown' belong to?

'Out of the Unknown' belongs to the science fiction genre.

How many episodes were there in the first season of 'Out of the Unknown'?

The first season of 'Out of the Unknown' consisted of 8 episodes.

What is the running time of each episode of 'Out of the Unknown'?

Each episode of 'Out of the Unknown' has a running time of approximately 60 minutes.

Who were some of the notable actors who appeared in 'Out of the Unknown'?

'Out of the Unknown' featured actors such as Nigel Stock, Deborah Watling, and Patrick Magee.

What is the premise of 'Out of the Unknown'?

'Out of the Unknown' explores various science fiction stories, often based on works by famous authors.

Are the episodes of 'Out of the Unknown' standalone or interconnected?

The episodes of 'Out of the Unknown' are standalone and do not follow a continuous storyline.

Which famous science fiction authors have their works adapted for 'Out of the Unknown'?

'Out of the Unknown' adapted works by authors such as Ray Bradbury and Isaac Asimov.

Did 'Out of the Unknown' receive critical acclaim?

'Out of the Unknown' received positive reviews from critics and is considered a classic science fiction series.

Did 'Out of the Unknown' win any awards?

'Out of the Unknown' was nominated for various awards but did not win any major accolades.

Did 'Out of the Unknown' have a significant impact on the science fiction genre?

'Out of the Unknown' is considered influential within the science fiction genre, inspiring future TV shows and films.

How many seasons did 'Out of the Unknown' run for?

'Out of the Unknown' ran for a total of four seasons.

What was the production quality like for 'Out of the Unknown'?

'Out of the Unknown' had a modest production budget, but it managed to create visually impressive episodes given its limitations.

Did 'Out of the Unknown' have a dedicated fan base during its original run?

'Out of the Unknown' had a dedicated fan base and garnered a loyal following during its original run.

Is 'Out of the Unknown' available for streaming or purchase today?

'Out of the Unknown' is not widely available for streaming or purchase, but some episodes can be found on various platforms.

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