The Tommyknockers

The Tommyknockers (1993)

EndedScripted showHorror, Science-Fiction, Thriller

The small town of Haven becomes a hot-bed of inventions all run by a strange green power device. The whole town is digging something up in the woods, and only an alcoholic poet can discover the secret of The Tommyknockers.

Network
Scheduleevery Sunday (90 min)

Last Episode

Part 2
Season 1Episode 290 min

Part 2

As the people of Haven become more obsessed with their inventions, such as Nancy Voss's "disintegrator ray", Merrill goes missing and town's telephone line cuts off. Convinced that something in Haven caused his grandson's illness Ev Hillman begins researching the town's history, Trooper Butch Duggan returns to Haven looking for Merrill and his missing troopers and Anderson is determined to uncover the object.
May 9, 1993

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E02Part 2May 9, 1993
S01E01Part 1May 9, 1993
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did the TV show 'The Tommyknockers' premiere?

'The Tommyknockers' premiered on May 9, 1993.

Who directed the TV show 'The Tommyknockers'?

'The Tommyknockers' was directed by John Power.

Which famous author wrote the novel that 'The Tommyknockers' is based on?

'The Tommyknockers' is based on the novel written by Stephen King.

What is the genre of 'The Tommyknockers'?

'The Tommyknockers' falls under the genre of science fiction and horror.

Who played the lead role of Roberta 'Bobbi' Anderson in 'The Tommyknockers'?

Marg Helgenberger played the lead role of Roberta 'Bobbi' Anderson in 'The Tommyknockers'.

What is the premise of 'The Tommyknockers'?

'The Tommyknockers' revolves around the discovery of an alien spacecraft buried in a small town, and the strange occurrences that follow as the town's residents become possessed by the alien influence.

What is the name of the town in which 'The Tommyknockers' is set?

The town in which 'The Tommyknockers' is set is called Haven.

Who played the character of Jim 'Gard' Gardner in 'The Tommyknockers'?

Jimmy Smits played the character of Jim 'Gard' Gardner in 'The Tommyknockers'.

What is the significance of the title 'The Tommyknockers'?

The title 'The Tommyknockers' refers to the mysterious, mischievous creatures that are unleashed after the discovery of the alien spacecraft.

How many episodes were there in the TV show 'The Tommyknockers'?

'The Tommyknockers' consisted of two episodes.

What is the IMDb rating of 'The Tommyknockers'?

'The Tommyknockers' has an IMDb rating of 5.5/10.

What is the running time of each episode of 'The Tommyknockers'?

Each episode of 'The Tommyknockers' has a running time of approximately 180 minutes.

What is the TV parental guideline rating for 'The Tommyknockers'?

'The Tommyknockers' has a TV parental guideline rating of TV-14.

Who composed the music for 'The Tommyknockers'?

Christopher Franke composed the music for 'The Tommyknockers'.

What is the country of origin for 'The Tommyknockers'?

'The Tommyknockers' is of United States origin.

What is the plot of 'The Tommyknockers'?

'The Tommyknockers' follows the residents of Haven as they uncover an alien spacecraft buried in their town and become possessed by an alien force, causing chaos and destruction.

Cast

Jimmy Smits

Jimmy Smits

plays Jim 'Gard' Gardner
Marg Helgenberger

Marg Helgenberger

plays Roberta 'Bobbi' Anderson
E. G. Marshall

E. G. Marshall

plays Ev Hillman
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Characters

Jim 'Gard' Gardner

Jim 'Gard' Gardner

played by Jimmy Smits
Roberta 'Bobbi' Anderson

Roberta 'Bobbi' Anderson

played by Marg Helgenberger
Ev Hillman

Ev Hillman

played by E. G. Marshall
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Also known as

  • Νυχτερίτες (Greece)
  • Rémkoppantók (Hungary)

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