Fanderson Stories

The Tracy family face one of their worst challenges to date.

Stand By For Action as Century 22 uncovers the production behind Gerry and Sylvia Anderson's Stingray, one of classic television's best-loved series. Distinguished for pioneering filmmaking techniques in model shots, underwater visuals, and as an early TV series that was filmed in colour, Stingray remains one of the crowning jewels of the Gerry Anderson catalogue and is considered by some to be the finest of Gerry Anderson's programs. Massively successful in its 1960s merchandising, the series has enjoyed repeat exposure over the years to maintain the series' cult status. Now, as Stingray celebrates its 60th Anniversary, Century 22 investigates into the making of this iconic series, produced by AP Films between 1963-1964. From the earliest recorded notes on the series, the sophisticated puppetry of SUPERMARIONATION, creating underwater effects shots, or the influences surrounding the making of filming a futuristic science-fiction series made in the 1960s, this new book will educate all of Stingray. There will be something for every aficionado in this publication. P.W.O.R! A CaptainThunderWho Century 22 Production.

On 28th October 1962, Gerry Anderson's second SUPERMARIONATION series, Fireball XL5 first aired on British television, and is fondly remembered as one of the best Anderson productions. It was also the only one of his programs to air on an American network. This book takes a look at the now cult TV classic for it's 60th Anniversary.

John's a little nervous before a launch, but gains moral support in the form of his brothers.

Century 22 Productions has produced new exciting stories based on the worlds of Doctor Who, the Gerry Anderson series (Thunderbirds, Captain Scarlet), superhero shenanigans, fantasy series, and other cult TV favourites since 2018. With a wonderful fanbase, and continuation of logs and favourite lists published weekly, Century 22 has told a wide range of storytelling to entertain all ages. These stories have been crafted to make each new adventure a new episode-style story, produced in script form to make readers/viewers feel they are reading/watching a brand new adventure of their favourite series. This book indulges into the "making of" behind Century 22 Productions and how the early years formed CaptainThunderWho to create the well-loved stories that have been produced since 2018. Inside, information about how each book came to be crafted and conceptualised each story during the early years of Century 22 will be unveiled. It will examine how these early stories led to the growth of Century 22 in creating more stories in 2020 and beyond. For any fan of Century 22 Productions, the "making of" to the earliest stories is a must-read. A CaptainThunderWho Century 22 Production.

Whilst Kate Kestrel performs her new hit song at a weekend concert, trouble begins to stir on Mars. Planning for the perfect opportunity to destroy the Terrahawks, Zelda is reunited with her husband who has awoken from his long, long slumber. As the family reunite for their unfavourable gathering, the evil androids prepare to launch an assault at the concert and bring down the Terrahawks. Lord Tiempo sets the clock for the android vengeance against the Terrahawks, and with the cunning deciet of Zelda's despicable husband, Dr. Ninestein is forced to play Zelda's deadly game. Time is against the Terrahawks. The Countdown to Zero has begun... *Contains bonus minisode to the pilot of spin-off Zeroids Vs Cubes Based on the 1980s SUPERMACROMATION series by Gerry Anderson and Christopher Burr. A CaptainThunderWho Century 22 Production.

In the year 2065, the oceans of the world are patrolled under the World Aquanaut Security Patrol (W.A.S.P) based at Marineville, North America. Marineville houses a fleet of submarines, aircraft, and rockets that are helped to prevent global conflict across the world's oceans. With the discovery of underwater races living beneath the sea, Marineville's task has been to uncover further mysteries about the ocean and it's inhabitants, whether they are peaceful or not. Pride of the WASP is Stingray, a super sonic, atomic powered submarine led by the heroic Captain Troy Tempest. The crew of Stingray also combine Lieutenant Phones and the mute mermaid Marina who patrol the oceans of the world uncovering new underwater discoveries. Based at Marineville, Commander Shore and his daughter Atlanta, together with Lieutenant Fisher, control W.A.S.P operations. The most antagonistic threat encountered by Stingray's crew has the evil undersea lord Titan. Together with his army of Aquaphibians, Titan has sworn vengeance on all land people. The conflict between Stingray and hostile underwater races is about to reach it's climax. In attempting to uncover the Aquaphibians after an attempted sabotage attempt on Marineville, Captain Troy Tempest and his colleagues provoke an undersea conflict that brings the world to a new level of undersea conflict from invaders closer to home than can be bargained for. With Marina recaptured once again, Troy Tempest as Titan's prisoner, and Marineville and Titan under attack, Stingray is about to embark on a thrilling and breathtaking adventure that will settle the score for the undersea conflict. This feature length epic is brought under Super Space Theatre. Based on the 1960s British television series by Gerry and Sylvia Anderson - the first British children's series to be made in colour!

Gordon and Alan build a blanket fort which enthralls their older brothers.

It should be a simple operation this time. A capture of some common thieves nearby Father Unwin's house. And once successfully captured, bar two of them, they are handed into police custody. But Matthew can't change back to normal size, and Unwin has an urgent appointment with the BISHOP. And now Matthew has to wait... When those two criminals break into the house, it is now up to the miniaturized Matthew to stop them and save the secrets of BISHOP, and he is on his own this time. His biggest problem may just be surviving... Based on the original series by Gerry Anderson. A CaptainThunderWho Century 22 Production.

International Rescue are on a mission to save a stricken submarine.

A celebration of the world famous TV series produced by ITC Entertainment and Gerry Anderson's legendary AP Films/Century 21 Team - Thunderbirds. 30th September marks the official Thunderbirds Day which celebrates the start of the series way back in 1965. F.A.B.

Thunderbirds Are Go! was a 21st century remake of the cult classic 1960s SUPERMARIONATION series Thunderbirds created by the legendary Gerry Anderson. The remake of Thunderbirds was made using a hybrid of CGI animation combined with live action sets. The remake coincided with the 50th Anniversary of the original series, and recaptured in a new generation of fans to the exploits of International Rescue and generated a global fanbase unmatched compared to many British children's series of its era. Ten years on, the series is still celebrated as the greatest revival of Thunderbirds and still engages and thrills children well after the series ended in 2020. In this book celebrating the series, I take a look at the many great aspects of the series during a duration over the 78 episodes of the series. It takes a critical analysis of the series and casts a look over the many great aspects of the remake. Ten years on, and Thunderbirds are still go! A CaptainThunderWho Century 22 Production.

The boys can't decide what movie to watch.

When the mission takes a turn for the worse.

A dedication to the programs made by the legendary Gerry Anderson in 2024, featuring special sneak peeks to upcoming works to Anderson-related projects.

The Terrahawks get invited to a Halloween party, but not all is as it seems...

Enforcing justice for crime and abuse has become difficult to enforce on Altor. Without sufficient evidence to accuse criminals, victims suffer with broken lives and in poverty from acts of crime that evil-goers have enjoyed inflicting upon others. As one citizen on Altor is about to find out, when their life turns into misery from the acts of criminals, they are about to turn into a vigilante to ensure they are avenged. In a complex matter for Lieutenant Brogan and the Demeter City forces, their cases grow from bad to worse. With the police unable to ensure the safety of the citizens on Altor, the law is taken into the hands of victims. As a result of vicious and violent action, the situation threatens greater lives of the people of Altor, growing a more complex case for Brogan, Haldane, Castle, and the other officers. Faced with emotional factors that bring about good people to become criminals, Brogan and his colleagues are faced with the difficult situation about sentencing and protecting the citizens on Altor. By staying within the law, how can Brogan bring down justice where it is needed? Based on the 1990s television series by the legendary Gerry Anderson. A CaptainThunderWho Century 22 Production.

The boys go camping together.

Gerry Anderson's UFO was the first big budget British live-action television series of a secret government organisation named SHADO (Supreme Headqauters Alien Defence Organisation) combat a dying alien race who have come to Earth in order to survive. The series starred Ed Bishop, George Sewell, Micheal Billington and Wanda Ventham across twenty six action packed episodes, UFO was Anderson's first live-action series created for ITC Entertainment, following the immense success of Thunderbirds and Captain Scarlet. The series first aired on 16th September 1970, and is fondly remembered as one of Anderson's finest productions, thanks to it's fast paced, intelligent storylines, spectacular visual effects provided by Derek Meddings, phenomenal score by Barry Gray and strong leads. UFO is now loved by millions of fans right across the world, and now celebrating it's 50th anniversary. A CaptainThunderWho Century 22 Production.

From an idea by the elusive "Hiram K Hackenbacker", a revolutionary new orbital motorway has been constructed around the United Kingdom that will help traffic and goods flow from around the country above the sea. It is hoped that the so-called British Orbital Highway will be one of many orbiting carriageways that will be surrounding entire countries such as the United States, Australia, and New Zealand. With it now open to the public, a special promotion of the opening is arranged. With the Tracy's of International Rescue, Lady Penelope and Parker Creighton Ward mansion, and the Spectrum officers aboard Cloudbase eagerly watching, disaster strikes after the Mysterons announce they attempt to blow a hole in worldwide rescue operations. They aim to prove how petty the earthmen's attempts are to save their own kind. The Mysterons keep to their word - the British Orbital Highway is sabotaged with a family on the unstable carriageway. International Rescue hurriedly rush to the scene of the incident, whilst Captain Scarlet suspects heavy Mysteron influence on the disaster. Indeed, Captain Black is operating as Mysteron agent. With both International Rescue and the Spectrum forces mobilised, they must do their best to ensure the people of Britain are safe from the Mysteron threat. Now, it was time for the Thunderbirds to meet Captain Scarlet... Based on the most popular television series created by the legendary Gerry Anderson. A CaptainThunderWho Century 22 Production.