The Invaders

The Invaders (1967-1968)

EndedScripted showScience-Fiction

David Vincent knows that The Invaders, alien beings from a dying planet, have arrived to take over the Earth! To make matters worse, the aliens know who he is, and most of the time where he is. Somehow he must convince a disbelieving world that the nightmare has already begun.

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Scheduleevery Tuesday at 20:30 (60 min)

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S02E26Inquisitionmars 26, 1968
S02E25The Pursuedmars 19, 1968
S02E24The Life Seekersmars 5, 1968
S02E23The Miraclefévr. 27, 1968
S02E22The Visefévr. 20, 1968
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did The Invaders premiere?

The Invaders premiered on January 10, 1967.

Who created The Invaders TV show?

The Invaders was created by Larry Cohen.

What was the main premise of The Invaders?

The main premise of The Invaders revolved around a man who discovers that aliens are taking over the Earth by replacing human beings with their look-alikes.

Who portrayed the main character in The Invaders?

Roy Thinnes portrayed the main character, architect David Vincent, in The Invaders.

What was the name of the organization David Vincent formed to fight the aliens?

David Vincent formed an organization called The Believers to fight against the aliens.

What was the name of the episode that introduced the aliens' biological weakness?

The episode that introduced the aliens' biological weakness was titled "The Innocent."

How did the show incorporate the Cold War paranoia of the time?

The show incorporated the Cold War paranoia of the time by using the fear of infiltration and the idea of not being able to trust one's neighbors, colleagues, or friends.

What was the iconic catchphrase associated with The Invaders?

The iconic catchphrase associated with The Invaders was "Believe."

What was the significance of the aliens' appearance in The Invaders?

The aliens in The Invaders were known for their distinctive physical appearance, including a crooked little finger and no heartbeat.

How did The Invaders address the theme of isolation and paranoia?

The Invaders addressed the theme of isolation and paranoia by portraying David Vincent as a lone crusader fighting against the alien threat, often struggling to convince others of the danger.

Who composed the theme music for The Invaders?

The theme music for The Invaders was composed by Dominic Frontiere.

What was the recurring motif in The Invaders that symbolized the presence of the aliens?

The recurring motif in The Invaders that symbolized the presence of the aliens was the sound of a ship hovering overhead.

How did The Invaders influence the science fiction genre of the time?

The Invaders influenced the science fiction genre of the time by focusing on the theme of alien infiltration and the psychological impact of the unknown.

What was the significance of the opening sequence of The Invaders?

The opening sequence of The Invaders, featuring a UFO and the haunting narration, set the tone for the show and captured the audience's imagination.

How did The Invaders address social and political issues of the 1960s?

The Invaders addressed social and political issues of the 1960s by using the alien invasion as a metaphor for the fear of communism and the threat of external influence on American society.

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Also known as

  • Οι Εισβολείς (Greece)
  • Támadás egy idegen bolygóról (Hungary)

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