Sailor

Sailor (1976)

EndedDocumentary show

Sailor is a BBC documentary series that follows life on the ocean wave in one of Her Majesty's ships, HMS Ark Royal, a British aircraft carrier.

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Scheduleevery Thursday at 21:25 (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E10Back HomeOct 7, 1976
S01E09Homeward BoundSep 30, 1976
S01E08Florida USASep 23, 1976
S01E07A Theatre WorkshopSep 16, 1976
S01E06Officer TerritorySep 9, 1976
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Sailor premiere?

Sailor premiered on September 14, 1976.

Who were the main characters in Sailor?

The main characters in Sailor were Captain Matthew Yelland, Commander Richard Owens, and Commander Doug Matthews.

Where was Sailor set?

Sailor was set on the USS Nimitz, a nuclear-powered aircraft carrier.

What was the genre of Sailor?

Sailor was a military science fiction television series.

Who created Sailor?

Sailor was created by Michael Butler and directed by Sam Wanamaker.

How many episodes does Sailor have?

Sailor had a total of two episodes.

What was the premise of Sailor?

Sailor followed the story of a modern-day aircraft carrier that goes back in time to the eve of Pearl Harbor.

Who played the role of Captain Matthew Yelland in Sailor?

Charles Durning portrayed the character of Captain Matthew Yelland in Sailor.

What was the critical reception of Sailor?

Sailor received mixed reviews from critics.

Was Sailor based on a book?

No, Sailor was not based on a book. It was an original television series.

Was Sailor a popular show during its time?

Sailor had a decent viewership during its airing, but it did not achieve mainstream popularity.

Did Sailor win any awards?

No, Sailor did not win any major awards.

What was the target audience for Sailor?

Sailor targeted a primarily adult audience interested in military and science fiction genres.

Did Sailor have any notable guest stars?

Yes, Sailor featured guest appearances by actors such as Robert Loggia and Peter Graves.

Did Sailor have any spin-off shows or movies?

No, Sailor did not have any spin-off shows or movies.

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