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The Tripods

  • TV Series
  • 1984–19851984–1985
  • 30m
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The Tripods (1984)
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  • Drama
  • Sci-Fi
Earth has been conquered by an alien race known as the Masters using their giant Tripods. When humans reach the age of sixteen, they must undergo a process known as capping which places thei... Read allEarth has been conquered by an alien race known as the Masters using their giant Tripods. When humans reach the age of sixteen, they must undergo a process known as capping which places their mind under the control of the conquerors. In 2089, having learned the truth, cousins Wil... Read allEarth has been conquered by an alien race known as the Masters using their giant Tripods. When humans reach the age of sixteen, they must undergo a process known as capping which places their mind under the control of the conquerors. In 2089, having learned the truth, cousins Will and Henry Parker embark on a journey to the White Mountains in search of a group of free... Read all
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  • Stars
    • John Shackley
    • Ceri Seel
    • Jim Baker
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    • John Shackley
    • Ceri Seel
    • Jim Baker
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    • 19User reviews
    • 7Critic reviews
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    John Shackley
    • Will Parkeras Will Parker
    25 episodes25 eps • 1984–1985
    Ceri Seel
    • Beanpoleas Beanpole
    17 episodes17 eps • 1984–1985
    Jim Baker
    • Henry Parkeras Henry Parker
    15 episodes15 eps • 1984–1985
    Robin Hayter
    • Fritzas Fritz
    9 episodes9 eps • 1985
    John Woodvine
    John Woodvine
    • Master 468as Master 468
    5 episodes5 eps • 1985
    Robin Langford
    • Duc de Sarlatas Duc de Sarlat
    5 episodes5 eps • 1984
    Edward Highmore
    • Bollas Boll
    5 episodes5 eps • 1985
    Alfred Hoffman
    • Speyeras Speyer
    5 episodes5 eps • 1985
    Bernard Holley
    Bernard Holley
    • Power Masteras Power Master
    5 episodes5 eps • 1985
    Jeremy Young
    Jeremy Young
    • Countas Count
    4 episodes4 eps • 1984
    Pamela Salem
    • Countessas Countess
    4 episodes4 eps • 1984
    Julian Jones
    • Danielas Daniel
    4 episodes4 eps • 1984
    Nadio Fortune
    • Christopheas Christophe
    4 episodes4 eps • 1984
    Roderick Horn
    • Ozymandiasas Ozymandias
    3 episodes3 eps • 1984
    James Coyle
    • Bormanas Borman
    3 episodes3 eps • 1985
    Charlotte Long
    • Eloiseas Eloise
    3 episodes3 eps • 1984
    Terry Forrestal
    • Trouillonas Trouillon
    3 episodes3 eps • 1984
    Ian Brimble
    Ian Brimble
    • Guardas Guard…
    3 episodes3 eps • 1985
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    Earth has been conquered by an alien race known as the Masters using their giant Tripods. When humans reach the age of sixteen, they must undergo a process known as capping which places their mind under the control of the conquerors. In 2089, having learned the truth, cousins Will and Henry Parker embark on a journey to the White Mountains in search of a group of free men. —Carin Mayfield <snc417@new-ls.lightspeed.net>
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    • planet earth
    • freedom
    • year 2089
    • psychotronic series
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    • Trivia
      Season three was cancelled during the production of season two by the new BBC One controller Michael Grade, who disliked science-fiction and considered the programme an expensive ratings failure.
    • Quotes

      Beanpole: Has it all been for nothing?

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      Featured in The 100 Greatest Scary Moments (2003)

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    Great TV show, book was better.
    When this show came on, I found it so interesting. The special effects were excellent and the story line well done and it flowed with ease.

    When I went to the bookstore to buy the novel version, to my surprise they were in the children's section. So if anyone wants to get some good books for their children I would highly recommend them (it is trilogy). Also, try to get a copy of the TV series.
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    • What would have happened had there been a third series?

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    • Release date
      • September 15, 1984 (United Kingdom)
    • Countries of origin
      • Australia
      • United Kingdom
    • Official site
      • BBC (United Kingdom)
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Die dreibeinigen Herrscher
    • Production companies
      • 7 Network
      • British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC)
      • Fremantle International Inc.
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    • Runtime
      30 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Mono
    • Aspect ratio
      • 4:3

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