Science Fiction Television Series, 1990-2004
Author | : Frank Garcia |
Publisher | : McFarland |
Total Pages | : 433 |
Release | : 2012-04-11 |
ISBN-10 | : 9780786469178 |
ISBN-13 | : 078646917X |
Rating | : 4/5 (78 Downloads) |
Book excerpt: This is a detailed examination of 58 science fiction television series produced between 1990 and 2004, from the popular The X-Files to the many worlds of Star Trek (The Next Generation onward), as well as Andromeda, Babylon 5, Firefly, Quantum Leap, Stargate Atlantis and SG-I, among others. A chapter on each series includes essential production information; a history of the series; critical commentary; and amusing, often provocative interviews with overall more than 150 of the creators, actors, writers and directors. The book also offers updates on each series' regular cast members, along with several photographs and a bibliography. Fully indexed.