Quark

Quark (1977-1978)

EndedScripted showComedy, Science-Fiction

Quark is an American science fiction sitcom set on a United Galaxy Sanitation Patrol Cruiser, an interstellar garbage scow operating out of United Galaxies Space Station Perma One in the year 2226. Adam Quark, the main character, works to clean up trash in space by collecting "space baggies" with his trusted and highly unusual crew.

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Scheduleevery Friday (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E08Vanessa 38-24-36Apr 7, 1978
S01E07All the Emperor's Quasi-Norms (2)Mar 31, 1978
S01E06All the Emperor's Quasi-Norms (1)Mar 24, 1978
S01E05Goodbye, PolumbusMar 17, 1978
S01E04The Good, the Bad and the FicusMar 10, 1978
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did the TV show 'Quark' premiere?

'Quark' premiered on May 7, 1977.

Who created the TV show 'Quark'?

'Quark' was created by Buck Henry.

What genre does 'Quark' belong to?

'Quark' is a science fiction sitcom.

Who played the main character in 'Quark'?

Richard Benjamin played the main character, Adam Quark, in 'Quark'.

What is the premise of 'Quark'?

'Quark' follows the adventures of a space garbage collector who gets involved in various comedic intergalactic misadventures.

Who played the character of Ficus on 'Quark'?

Richard Kelton played the character of Ficus on 'Quark'.

What is the name of the spaceship in 'Quark'?

The spaceship in 'Quark' is called the United Galaxy Sanitation Patrol Cruiser.

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

The first season of 'Quark' consisted of a total of eight episodes.

Which network aired 'Quark'?

'Quark' aired on NBC.

Who played the character of Betty on 'Quark'?

Tricia Barnstable played the character of Betty on 'Quark'.

What is the name of the robot on 'Quark'?

The robot on 'Quark' is called Gene/Jean.

Who played the character of Otto Palindrome on 'Quark'?

Conrad Janis played the character of Otto Palindrome on 'Quark'.

What is the running time of each episode of 'Quark'?

Each episode of 'Quark' had a running time of approximately 30 minutes.

Who played the character of Princess Libido on 'Quark'?

Patricia Barnstable played the character of Princess Libido on 'Quark'.

What is the name of the theme song for 'Quark'?

The theme song for 'Quark' is called "Quark Main Title" and was composed by Perry Botkin Jr.

Did 'Quark' receive any awards or nominations?

No, 'Quark' did not receive any major awards or nominations.

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Also known as

  • Кварк (Russian Federation)

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