The Tripods
In the year 2089, an alien race stalks the land in towering machines known as Tripods. They have taken over the earth and enslaved mankind with a mind-controlling device, ceremoniously implanted at adolescence. Will Parker, desperate to escape this ritual, leaves the village with his cousin, Henry and attempts to link up with the human resistance movement.
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About The Tripods
The Tripods is a 1984 English-language sci-fi & fantasy series created by John Christopher. The cast is led by John Shackley, Jim Baker, Ceri Seel. It spans 2 seasons and 25 episodes and has concluded.
The Tripods was produced in United Kingdom. It was first aired on September 15, 1984, and carries a TV-PG certification.
- Created by
- John Christopher
- Writers
- Christopher Penfold
- First aired
- September 15, 1984
- Last aired
- November 23, 1985
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- TV-PG
- Status
- Ended
- Seasons
- 2 (25 episodes)
- Network
- BBC One
- Country
- United Kingdom
The Tripods cast & crew
The Tripods was created by John Christopher and written by Christopher Penfold.
The cast features John Shackley as Will Parker, Jim Baker as Henry Parker, Ceri Seel as Jean-Paul “Beanpole” Deliet, Robin Hayter as Fritz Eger, and John Woodvine as Meister West 468.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Ken Freeman and it was produced by Richard Bates.
Is The Tripods worth watching?
With 2 seasons and 25 episodes, it's a meaty weekend watch.
If you enjoy sci-fi & fantasy, The Tripods is worth a place on your watchlist.
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Cast of The Tripods
John Shackley
Will Parker
Jim Baker
Henry Parker
Ceri Seel
Jean-Paul “Beanpole” Deliet
Robin Hayter
Fritz Eger
John Woodvine
Meister West 468
The Tripods — FAQs
▸Where can I watch The Tripods in United States?
The Tripods is not currently available on major streaming services in United States. Availability changes often — check back soon.
▸What language is The Tripods in?
The Tripods is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How many seasons of The Tripods are there?
The Tripods has 2 seasons with 25 episodes in total.
▸What is The Tripods rated?
The Tripods is rated TV-PG. It holds a 7.2/10 audience score from 20 ratings.
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