The Quatermass Phenomenon: A British Sci-Fi Legacy

Long before Space:1999, UFO, The Thunderbirds and even Dr Who, there was ... Quatermass. Throughout most of the 1950s, Quatermass was a British science fiction institution which appeared both on TV and in the cinema. Yet perhaps more importantly, it was the first adult based, dramatic science fiction television show in the world. Now, over 70 years later, Quatermass not only lives on through its devoted fan base, but is a name which continues to resonate with science fiction fans both young and old. In this special retrospective study, we look back upon the history of this highly celebrated franchise, whilst not only addressing the positive aspects the series brought to the science fiction genre but also the many challenges it faced in doing so. Socials:   / sci_fi_zone     / sci_fi_zone     / scifizonefans