Thunderbirds (1965)
1965 · 2 seasons · Family, Action & Adventure, Animation, Sci-Fi & Fantasy
Thunderbirds is a 1960s British science-fiction television series which was produced using a mixed method of marionette puppetry and scale-model special effects termed "Supermarionation". The series is set in the 21st century and follows the exploits of International Rescue, a secret organization formed to save people in mortal danger with the help of technologically advanced land, sea, air and space vehicles and equipment, launched from a hidden base on Tracy Island in the South Pacific Ocean.
Created by Gerry Anderson and Sylvia Anderson. Starring Peter Dyneley, Shane Rimmer, Jeremy Wilkin, Matt Zimmerman and David Graham.
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