Quatermass and the Pit

Quatermass and the Pit (1958-1959)

EndedScripted showDrama, Science-Fiction, Thriller

The series continues the loose chronology of the Quatermass adventures, and begins with Professor Bernard Quatermass being forced out of his role at the British Experimental Rocket Group, with the organisation being passed into military control by the British Government. Quatermass and his new colleague Colonel Breen become involved in the discovery of a bizarre object at an archaeological dig in Knightsbridge, London. As the serial progresses, Quatermass and his associates find that the contents of the object have a horrific influence over many of those who come into contact with it. As this influence increases, affecting Quatermass himself, darker implications are revealed about the entire nature and origins of mankind.

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Scheduleevery Monday at 20:00 (30 min)

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S01E06HobJan. 26, 1959
S01E05The Wild HuntJan. 19, 1959
S01E04The EnchantedJan. 12, 1959
S01E03Imp & DemonsJan. 5, 1959
S01E02The GhostsDez. 29, 1958
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Quatermass and the Pit premiere?

Quatermass and the Pit premiered on December 22, 1958.

Who is the creator of Quatermass and the Pit?

The creator of Quatermass and the Pit is Nigel Kneale.

What is the genre of Quatermass and the Pit?

The genre of Quatermass and the Pit is science fiction and horror.

Who played the lead role of Professor Bernard Quatermass in Quatermass and the Pit?

Andr\u00e9 Morell played the lead role of Professor Bernard Quatermass in Quatermass and the Pit.

What is the plot of Quatermass and the Pit?

The plot of Quatermass and the Pit involves the discovery of an alien spacecraft buried in the earth.

How many episodes are there in Quatermass and the Pit?

Quatermass and the Pit consists of only one season with a total of 6 episodes.

Who directed the episodes of Quatermass and the Pit?

Rudolph Cartier directed all episodes of Quatermass and the Pit.

Was Quatermass and the Pit a British TV series?

Yes, Quatermass and the Pit was a British TV series.

In what year was Quatermass and the Pit set?

Quatermass and the Pit was set in 1958, which was the year of its premiere.

What is the significance of the title 'Quatermass and the Pit'?

The title 'Quatermass and the Pit' refers to the main character, Professor Bernard Quatermass, and the discovery of an alien pit.

What were the critical reviews like for Quatermass and the Pit?

The critical reviews for Quatermass and the Pit were generally positive.

Did Quatermass and the Pit win any awards?

No, Quatermass and the Pit did not win any awards.

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