Stand By For Action!: Thunderbirds in the Space Race and Cold War Era

Gerry Anderson's SUPERMARIONATION television series Thunderbirds was made between 1964 and 1966 and was an instant smash hit when the series first transmitted in Autumn 1965. This British cult classic was rooted in themes of technology to provide an action-packed and thrilling series. The fears and predictions based on science saw the series preoccupied with the developments of the Space Race and the Cold War. This special project dedicated to my studies was embedded to explore the impact Thunderbirds had on society and culture to 1960s Britain.

This is an insightful investigation into the themes of science and technology of Thunderbirds, influenced by contemporary British concerns such as themes to class and gender. Having worked on this project for many months, I aim to provide a fresh and scrutinous outlook on this legendary television series that captivated audiences ever since the 1960s. Under no circumanstances is this project to be copied in any way without consent of the author or supervisor from the school of University this was produced for. A CaptainThunderWho Century 22 Production.