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Thunderbirds
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, Sylvia Anderson
- Cast:
- Peter Dyneley, Shane Rimmer, Jeremy Wilkin, Matt Zimmerman
- Language:
- English
- Country:
- United Kingdom
- Network:
- Associated Television
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Episode 1
The Beginning
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E02
Episode 2
The Machines
10mA short compilation film produced by Carlton International as an introduction to the vehicles and craft of International Rescue, hosted by Brains.
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Episode 3
The Tracy Family
15mA short compilation film produced by Carlton International as an introduction to the characters in Thunderbirds, hosted by Brains.
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Episode 4
Lady Penelope and Parker
14mA short special produced by Carlton International as an introduction to the key characters, Lady Penelope and Parker, hosted by Brains.
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Episode 5
The Secrets
14mExtract from 'The Brains Behind Thunderbirds'.
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Episode 6
The Making of Thunderbirds
3mA short documentary filmed in the mid-1960s offering a behind-the-scenes look at the series’ production. Includes black and white behind-the-scenes shots from the original production.
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Episode 7
LyonsMaid Commercial
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Kellogg's Sugar Smacks Commercial
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Episode 9
The Brains Behind Thunderbirds
1999-09-11 · 50mIn the course of the hour-long documentary, the viewer is introduced to each of International Rescue's gadget-tastic vehicles. There's the 15,000 mph Thunderbird 1 rocket piloted by Scott Tracy; the freight-carrying Thunderbird 2 with its six different rescue machine pods piloted by brother Virgil; the space rocket Thunderbird 3 with Alan Tracy at the helm; sub-aquatic Thunderbird 4 with Gordon Tracy aboard; and the orbiting space station Thunderbird 5 overseen by a rather solitary John Tracy. Brains then introduces us properly to each of the brothers, their father Jeff, gorgeous London agent Lady Penelope and her butler Parker, and even warns us about their deadly enemy, The Hood.
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The Characters
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Episode 11
Episode 11
1966-01-01 · 50mEpisode overview is not available yet.
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Episode 12
Thunderbirds
2004-07-23 · 50mDangerous missions are the bread and butter of the Thunderbirds, a high-tech secret force employed by the government. Led by Jeff Tracy (Bill Paxton), the Thunderbirds are at the top of their game, but their nemesis, The Hood (Ben Kingsley), has landed on their island and is attempting a coup by using the team's rescue vehicles. He'll soon discover that the Thunderbirds won't go down.
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Episode 13
Introducing Thunderbirds
50mIn this story set before the first episode of the television series, Lady Penelope and Parker head to Tracy Island in order to discover more about International Rescue. There, they witness the Thunderbird craft in action for the first time.
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Episode 14
The Abominable Snowman
50mWhen reports come in from the Himalayas of kidnappings by the Abominable Snowman, International Rescue sends Lady Penelope to investigate. She soon finds herself a prisoner of The Hood. Can International Rescue save Penelope in time?
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Episode 15
The Stately Homes Robberies
50mStately homes across England are being targeted for their precious jewel collections. The villains will stop at nothing to complete their task. Their next victim? Lady Penelope. Can she and Parker thwart their diabolical plan?
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Episode 16
Thunderbirds 1965 (50th Anniversary Episodes Documentary)
2016-03-05 · 50mBehind the scenes of the production of three new episodes of the classic television show Thunderbirds - exactly the way it was done in the 60s! The team behind the Thunderbirds 50th Anniversary episodes have now produced their own show. To celebrate the 50th anniversary of Gerry and Sylvia Anderson's classic Thunderbirds, the team from Century 21 Films produced three brand new episodes of the series using all the classic techniques. The special episodes – Introducing Thunderbirds, The Abominable Snowman, The Stately Homes Robberies – were based upon three original 1960s voice recordings and produced in association with copyright holders ITV. Their task was to build sets, puppets, and models matching the originals and to marry them with those adapted voice recordings. The final effect should make the audience feel that they're watching three long-lost episodes. The series premiered at the BFI in August 2016, and has enjoyed subsequent screenings at Vue Cinemas and now on Britbox UK.
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Episode 17
Introducing Thunderbirds
2016-03-09 · 50mLady Penelope and Parker head to the elusive Tracy Island in order to discover more about International Rescue. There, they witness the Thunderbird craft in action for the very first time.
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Launching Thunderbirds
2015-06-09 · 45mArchival interviews with Gerry Anderson and others on the production of the show
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Before Thunderbirds Were Go: A Profile Of Gerry Anderson
1965-09-01 · 13mHistory of the Thunderbirds narrated by creator Gerry Anderson.
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Interview With Gerry Anderson (Play All)
1965-09-01 · 10mFull interview of Gerry Anderson.
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Interview With Gerry Anderson (On His Creative Philosophy)
1965-09-01 · 1mInterview with Gerry Anderson about his creative philosophy.
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Interview With Gerry Anderson (On Compelling TV)
1965-09-01 · 1mInterview with Gerry Anderson about compelling TV.
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Interview With Gerry Anderson (On Cold War Storylines)
1965-09-01 · 1mInterview with Gerry Anderson about his Cold War story lines.
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Interview With Gerry Anderson (On His Toughest Obstacle)
1965-09-01 · 1mInterview with Gerry Anderson about his toughest obstacles.
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Interview With Gerry Anderson (On DVD Technology)
1965-09-01 · 2mInterview with Gerry Anderson about DVD technology.
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Interview With Gerry Anderson (On Stanley Kubrick)
1965-09-01 · 1mInterview with Gerry Anderson about Stanley Kubrick.
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Interview With Gerry Anderson (A Message To His American Fans)
1965-09-01 · 1mInterview with Gerry Anderson and his message to his American fans.
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The Thunderbirds Companion
2004-07-19 · 54mExpanding on 'The Brains Behind Thunderbirds', this version adds additional extended footage and interviews with Gerry Anderson, David Graham, Bob Bell, John Blundall, Mary Turner and Alan Pattillo.
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Fabblebox
2004-07-24An all-new mini Supermarionation adventure featuring Lady Penelope and Parker
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Thunderbirds Rebooted
2026-02-16A brand-new documentary exploring the many reboot attempts across different formats and generations.
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Nosey Parker is Go!
2026-02-18An exclusive new HD remaster of the classic fan tribute comedy short now with newly recorded dialogue from David Graham.
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Thunderbirds: FAB at 60
2026-02-21A brand-new feature documentary celebrating the legacy and global impact of Thunderbirds featuring interviews with actors, filmmakers and fans.
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Great Disasters
2026-02-25A 1995 compilation tape celebrating the 30th anniversary of Thunderbirds showcasing International Rescue’s most challenging disasters. Featuring new technical data and narration by co-creator Gerry Anderson.
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Great Rescues
2026-02-28A second 1995 compilation celebrating the 30th anniversary of Thunderbirds highlighting International Rescue’s most daring missions. Featuring new technical data and narration by co-creator Gerry Anderson.
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Talking Thunderbirds
2026-03-04A collection of archive interviews with crew from the original show focusing on their respective departments and giving a glimpse behind the scenes of the production.
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All About Thunderbirds
2026-03-07A 2008 behind-the-scenes documentary that explores the creation, legacy and impact of the classic Supermarionation series. Aired as part of BBC Four’s Thunderbirds Night, it was directed and narrated by Jack Davenport, and features interviews, rare footage and insights from creator Gerry Anderson.
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Thunderbirds in Concert
2026-03-11A collection of Thunderbirds music as composed by Barry Gray and played by a full orchestra. Taken from the 2024 concert, Stand By For Action! 2 which took place at Symphony Hall, Birmingham.
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Thunderbirds Century 21 Tech Talks
2026-03-14A collection of technical videos examining the technology of International Rescue hosted by resident genius Brains and Jeff Tracy
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The Thunderbirds Companion
2026-03-18A UK DVD special produced by Carlton International as an introduction to the series hosted by Brains. Includes interviews with key creators including Gerry Anderson and David Graham.
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Thunderbirds Vintage Trailers and Adverts
2026-03-21A collection of vintage adverts and promotional videos for the show and its related merchandise throughout the years.
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Brains is Dead
2026-03-25A Thunderbirds fan-favourite comic story from the pages of TV21. Now adapted into a full-cast audio drama, experience the gripping adventure of International Rescue’s greatest battle against The Hood.
Watch progress · Not trackedCast
Peter Dyneley
Jeff Tracy (voice)
Shane Rimmer
Scott Tracy (voice)
Jeremy Wilkin
Virgil Tracy (voice)
Matt Zimmerman
Alan Tracy (voice)
David Graham
Gordon Tracy / Brains (voice)
Ray Barrett
John Tracy (voice)
Sylvia Anderson
Lady Penelope Creighton-Ward (voice)
Christine Finn
Tin-Tin Kyrano (voice)
