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| Jason of Star Command | |
|---|---|
| Created by | Arthur H. Nadel |
| Directed by | Arthur H. Nadel |
| Presented by | Filmation |
| Starring | Craig Littler Charlie Dell Sid Haig Susan O'Hanlon James Doohan[1] Tamara Dobson[2] John Russell |
| Composers | Yvette Blais Jeff Michael |
| Country of origin | United States |
| No. of seasons | 2 |
| No. of episodes | 28 |
| Production | |
| Executive producers | Norm Prescott Lou Scheimer |
| Producer | Arthur H. Nadel |
| Running time | 30 min. (with commercials) |
| Production company | Filmation |
| Original release | |
| Network | CBS |
| Release | September 9, 1978 – December 1, 1979 |
| Related | |
| Space Academy | |
Jason of Star Command is a 1978–79 live action television series by Filmation.[3] The series revolves around the exploits of space adventurer Jason (Craig Littler) and his colleagues, including Professor E.J. Parsafoot (Charlie Dell) and the pocket robot "Wiki" (formally W1K1). The series also stars Sid Haig as the evil Dragos, and, in the first season, James Doohan.[1] Jason was inspired by Filmation's 1977 live-action show Space Academy, and used the same robot, Peepo.[4]
Opening narration
[edit]Danger hides in the stars! This is the world of Jason of Star Command. A space-age soldier of fortune determined to stop the most sinister force in the universe: Dragos, master of the cosmos. Aiding Jason in his battle against evil is a talented team of experts, all working together in a secret section of Space Academy. Jason of Star Command!
Overview
[edit]Season 1
[edit]Its first season, which was a segment of Tarzan and the Super 7,[5] was done in the style of the movie serials of the past, telling a single overall story with 16 "chapters" of approximately 15 minutes' length, each ending in a cliffhanger.[6] The second season was a stand-alone, half-hour series.[7] Filmation would later revisit the serial format with both their rendition of The New Adventures of Flash Gordon and "The Great Space Chase" segment of The New Adventures of Mighty Mouse and Heckle & Jeckle.
Jason flies a "Starfire". This fast spaceship has a "star pod" that can separate from the ship in an emergency. Dragos commands the vast "Dragonship", similar to the Space Academy in that it was built on a large asteroid. Dragos' fighter craft are unmanned drones. This was a choice made by the series' producers and repeatedly pointed out in the plot, so that the destruction of these craft would not involve killing a pilot. The series aired on Saturday mornings, and deadly violence had to be kept to a minimum.[citation needed]
Season 2
[edit]James Doohan left the series at the end of the first season to join the rest of the original Star Trek cast in Star Trek: The Motion Picture. He was replaced by John Russell, who played the blue-skinned "by the book" Commander Stone. Originally, Jonathan Harris was to have reprised his role as Commander Gampu from Space Academy, but according to the DVD booklet, he "had a falling out" with Filmation, thus the creation of Doohan's character.
The asteroid prop used for Space Academy was re-used for Jason of Star Command, where Star Command was stated to be "in a secret section of Space Academy". Other than the appearance of the robot Peepo and the appearance of a Seeker shuttle piloted by Lt. Matt Prentiss (John Berwick), no references were made to the characters or situations in Space Academy.
After the first run episodes that were shown on CBS during the fall lineup on CBS Saturday Morning, Jason of Star Command was replaced by Shazam! in January 1980. Jason of Star Command moved to Sunday morning at 8:30am ET for a year and two months, before returning to Saturday at 1:00pm ET, right before 30 Minutes.
Episodes
[edit]Season One
[edit]15-minute segments from Tarzan and the Super 7:
- "Attack of the Dragonship" (written by Samuel A. Peeples)
- "Prisoner of Dragos" (written by Samuel A. Peeples)
- "Escape from Dragos" (written by Samuel A. Peeples)
- "A Cry for Help" (written by Samuel A. Peeples)
- "Wiki to the Rescue" (written by Samuel A. Peeples)
- "Planet of the Lost" (written by Samuel A. Peeples)
- "Marooned in Time" (written by David Villaire)
- "Attack of the Dragons" (written by Don Heckman)
- "Peepo's Last Chance" (written by Don Heckman)
- "The Disappearing Man" (written by Sid Morse)
- "The Haunted Planet" (written by Ted Pedersen and Martha Humphreys)
- "Escape from Kesh" (written by Chuck Menville)
- "Return of the Creature" (written by Len Janson)
- "Peepo on Trial" (written by Chuck Menville)
- "The Trojan Horse" (written by Ted Pedersen and Martha Humphreys)
- "The Victory of Star Command" (written by Don Heckman)
Season Two
[edit]30-minute episodes, aired as Jason of Star Command:
- "Mission to the Stars" (written by Ted Pedersen)
- "Frozen in Space" (written by Margaret Armen)
- "Web of the Star Witch" (written by Ted Pedersen)
- "Beyond the Stars!" (written by Samuel A. Peeples)
- "Secret of the Ancients" (written by Samuel A. Peeples)
- "The Power of the Star Disk" (written by Samuel A. Peeples)
- "Through the Stargate" (written by Lynn Barker)
- "Face to Face" (written by Don Heckman)
- "Phantom Force" (story by Joe Mazzuca, teleplay by Ted Pedersen)
- "Little Girl Lost" (written by Jackson Gillis)
- "Mimi's Secret" (story by Jackson Gillis, teleplay by Jackson Gillis and Michael Halperin)
- "Battle for Freedom" (written by Alf Harris)
DVD release
[edit]BCI Eclipse LLC, under license from Entertainment Rights, released the entire series on DVD in Region 1 on May 8, 2007.[8] The three-disc set contains all 28 episodes from seasons one and two, digitally remastered for optimum audio and video quality, and presented uncut and in story continuity order. As well as an array of special features including commentary tracks and photo and art galleries. The galleries also contain characters sheets for the proposed but never produced animated version of the show.[7]
As of 2011, this release has been discontinued and is out of print as BCI Eclipse has ceased operations.[9]
References
[edit]- ^ a b Erickson, Hal (2012). "James Doohan". Movies & TV Dept. The New York Times. Archived from the original on November 3, 2012. Retrieved January 20, 2011.
- ^ "Tamara Dobson, star of 'Cleopatra Jones' movies, dies at 59". Sun Journal. Lewiston, ME. Associated Press. October 6, 2006. p. A4.
- ^ Woolery, George W. (1985). Children's Television: The First Thirty-Five Years, 1946-1981, Part II: Live, Film, and Tape Series. The Scarecrow Press. pp. 245–246. ISBN 0-8108-1651-2.
- ^ Erickson, Hal (2005). Television Cartoon Shows: An Illustrated Encyclopedia, 1949 Through 2003 (2nd ed.). McFarland & Co. p. 827. ISBN 978-1-4766-6599-3.
- ^ Hyatt, Wesley (1997). The Encyclopedia of Daytime Television. Watson-Guptill Publications. p. 235. ISBN 978-0-8230-8315-2. Retrieved 22 March 2020.
- ^ Margulies, Lee (September 8, 1978). "Action-Packed Kidvid". Los Angeles Times. p. F1. Archived from the original on November 5, 2012.
- ^ a b Galbraith, Stuart IV (May 8, 2007). "Jason of Star Command - The Complete Series". DVD Talk.
- ^ "Jason of Star Command: The Complete Series". Archived from the original on 2012-10-14. Retrieved 2010-05-31.
- ^ "PRESS RELEASE: Navarre shuts down BCI, makers of He-Man, Day Break, Price is Right and other DVDs". Archived from the original on 2010-05-31. Retrieved 2010-05-31.
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Premise and Format
Premise
Jason of Star Command is a science fiction adventure series that originated as a spin-off from the earlier Filmation production Space Academy, shifting focus to the exploits of a single young officer rather than a group of cadets.[1] The story is set in a distant future where humanity has established the Space Academy as its headquarters for interstellar exploration and defense, with Star Command serving as a secretive military branch operating from a hidden base.[2] Protagonist Jason, a skilled Space Command officer, leads missions aboard advanced starships, venturing to alien worlds and through cosmic phenomena to safeguard the galaxy.[1] The central antagonist is the tyrannical Space Lord Dragos, a self-proclaimed emperor who seeks galactic domination through his command of superior technology, including robotic forces and mind-control apparatuses, deployed by a cadre of loyal minions.[2] Jason's operations are directed from the Star Command base, often under the oversight of superiors such as Commander Canarvin, portrayed by James Doohan.[1] Dragos's schemes involve deploying automated armies and psychological weapons to subjugate planets and undermine Star Command's efforts, creating a persistent battle for cosmic supremacy.[3] The series explores key themes of heroic adventure and the perennial struggle between good and evil in an expansive universe fraught with interstellar perils.[4] Episodes highlight initiatives led by Jason and his team against threats like invasive alien technologies and engineered robotic legions, emphasizing exploration, bravery, and the defense of freedom across uncharted space.[1] This narrative framework underscores a classic good-versus-evil dynamic, where innovative defenses counter Dragos's aggressive expansionism.[2]Episode Format and Seasons
Jason of Star Command aired for two seasons on CBS, with a total of 28 episodes produced between 1978 and 1980.[1] The first season consisted of 16 serialized chapters, each approximately 15 minutes in length, and was broadcast as the live-action segment within the anthology series Tarzan and the Super 7.[1] These episodes premiered on Saturday mornings starting September 9, 1978, and adopted a cliffhanger format inspired by 1930s and 1940s film serials, such as those featuring Flash Gordon.[5][6] In the second season, the series transitioned to 12 standalone episodes, each running about 30 minutes to fill full half-hour time slots.[1] This season aired on Saturday mornings beginning September 15, 1979, marking a shift from the serialized structure to more self-contained stories while maintaining the Saturday morning programming block on CBS.[7][8] The evolution in episode length and format reflected broader changes in children's television scheduling during the late 1970s.[1]Production
Development
Jason of Star Command was developed by Filmation Associates as a spin-off from their 1977 live-action series Space Academy, utilizing the same sets, props, and costumes to continue adventures within the established universe of Star Command.[6][9] The series was created, directed, and produced by Arthur H. Nadel, with executive producers Norm Prescott and Lou Scheimer overseeing production at Filmation, a studio renowned for producing educational science fiction content aimed at children that incorporated moral lessons alongside adventure.[1][10][11] Conceived in 1978 amid the surge in popularity of space operas following the release of Star Wars in 1977, the show was approved for CBS's Saturday morning lineup to target young viewers aged 7 to 12 with serialized storytelling.[12][6] Filmation maintained a low-budget approach by reusing elements from Space Academy, including models for spacecraft and the asteroid base, while allocating approximately $200,000 per episode—relatively substantial for a children's program but constrained to emphasize practical effects and moral-driven narratives over expansive new builds.[13][9] The writing team, led by Samuel A. Peeples and Ted Pedersen, crafted episodes that highlighted themes of good triumphing over evil and the value of teamwork, as exemplified in storylines where protagonists affirm that "never on all the planets of the galaxy has evil won out over decency and freedom."[1][11][14]Filming and Technical Aspects
Filming for Jason of Star Command took place primarily at Filmation Associates' studios in Hollywood, California, utilizing a single small soundstage that allowed for only three sets at a time, which necessitated efficient reuse of standing sets originally built for the predecessor series Space Academy. This constrained environment contributed to the show's intimate scale, with interior scenes like command centers and spaceship bridges constructed from modular props and painted backdrops to evoke futuristic environments on a modest budget. Live-action sequences were shot on 16mm film to reduce costs, a common practice for Filmation's Saturday morning productions, enabling quicker turnaround despite the logistical limitations of the facility.[6] Special effects were achieved through practical techniques rather than advanced visual effects technology, reflecting the era's budget-conscious approach to children's television. Spaceship models, such as the Starfire vessel and the Seeker shuttle, were hand-built from materials like foam and bondo in a garage workshop near Van Nuys Airport, then filmed using multi-pass compositing without an optical printer—requiring up to 20 manual exposures per shot to layer elements like stars, explosions, and planetary backdrops. Matte paintings were minimally employed, with glass pane tape mattes and rudimentary laser effects created via back-lit animation stands and thin red rods for beams, often resulting in visible matte lines that added to the series' campy aesthetic. Stop-motion animation, handled by talents like Stephen Czerkas and Jim Aupperle, brought alien creatures to life, as seen in episodes featuring insectoid monsters with articulated features, blending influences from Star Wars miniatures and Ray Harryhausen-style dynamics.[15][16][17] The series was directed primarily by Arthur H. Nadel, who also served as creator and producer, overseeing the 30-minute episodes formatted for commercial breaks on CBS. Technical crew included visual effects supervisor Chuck Comisky, who managed model integration and compositing, alongside model makers like Lorne Peterson and Jonathan Erland, whose work later contributed to major films such as Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back. Music composition for the theme was credited to Ray Ellis (under the pseudonym Yvette Blais) and Norm Prescott (as Jeff Michael), delivering a synth-heavy score typical of late-1970s sci-fi television. Production challenges, including a per-episode budget of around $200,000 and the absence of sophisticated VFX tools, led to heavy prop recycling and limited animation integration, yet the resourceful techniques produced effects that stood out for Saturday morning fare.[1][15][13][18]Cast and Characters
Main Cast
Craig Littler portrayed the titular hero Jason, a daring young officer leading missions for Star Command against interstellar threats. Born in 1941, Littler had appeared in supporting film roles such as in Blazing Saddles (1974) and Rosemary's Baby (1968) prior to this series, marking one of his first prominent leading roles in television.[19] Sid Haig played the villainous Dragos, the tyrannical leader of a hostile galactic empire whose schemes drove much of the series' conflict. Haig, a veteran character actor with over 300 credits by the late 1970s, brought a distinctive menace to the role, drawing from his earlier work in horror and exploitation films like The Devil's 8 (1968) and later cult classics such as House of 1000 Corpses (2003). In the first season, James Doohan served as Commander Canarvin, the authoritative mentor overseeing Star Command operations and guiding Jason's team. Doohan's portrayal leveraged his iconic status as Montgomery "Scotty" Scott from Star Trek (1966–1969), which helped attract sci-fi audiences to the show. Charlie Dell depicted Professor E.J. Parsafoot, the eccentric tech expert responsible for devising gadgets and providing scientific support to the crew. Dell infused the role with quirky enthusiasm. Susan Pratt, credited as Susan O'Hanlon, appeared as Captain Nicole Davidoff, Jason's capable colleague and occasional romantic interest who assisted in combat and strategy during the first season. Pratt's background in episodic television contributed to her portrayal of a strong, action-oriented officer. For the second season, Tamara Dobson joined as Samantha, a powerful ally and refugee from Dragos' conflicts who aided Star Command after the departure of Doohan and Pratt. Dobson's commanding presence stemmed from her blaxploitation stardom in films like Cleopatra Jones (1973) and its 1975 sequel, bringing a bold, empowering dynamic to the ensemble. John Russell portrayed Commander Stone, the stern, by-the-book alien leader who assumed command in season two, enforcing discipline amid escalating threats. A Western genre staple from series like Lawman (1958–1962), Russell's authoritative style added gravitas to the role at age 58.Supporting and Recurring Characters
In Jason of Star Command, supporting characters from Dragos' forces primarily consist of his robotic and mind-controlled minions, who serve as direct antagonists in Jason's missions by executing schemes to conquer planets and disrupt Star Command operations.[2] Space Academy cadets and personnel offer crucial ensemble support to Jason's adventures, providing expertise and comic relief amid high-stakes conflicts.[2] Season 2 introduces additional recurring figures to refresh the ensemble dynamics, emphasizing leadership transitions and expanded alliances.[2] Recurring guest appearances by various aliens and bounty hunters, often portrayed by Filmation stock actors, populate the series' universe and drive episodic variety, functioning as temporary allies, informants, or opportunistic foes who test Jason's moral judgment and adaptability in uncharted territories. Notable examples include the robot companion W.1.K.1 (Wiki), which assists the team in missions across both seasons, and guest antagonist Queen Medusa, played by Julie Newmar in season 2.[10] Overall, these supporting and recurring elements create a balanced narrative ecosystem, with Dragos' minions providing consistent opposition and injecting levity into the otherwise perilous interstellar pursuits.[2]Broadcast History
Original Airing
Jason of Star Command premiered on September 9, 1978, as a 15-minute live-action segment within the anthology series Tarzan and the Super 7 on CBS's Saturday morning programming block.[2] This debut positioned the show as part of a 90-minute package that combined animated and live-action adventures aimed at young audiences, airing weekly during the fall of 1978.[5] The first season consisted of 16 episodes, each designed to fit the short format while building on the sci-fi legacy of Filmation's earlier series Space Academy.[11] CBS's Saturday morning lineup in 1978 was a key component of its children's programming strategy, featuring a mix of fantasy, superhero, and educational content to capture family viewership. The network competed directly with ABC and NBC, whose blocks included sci-fi and adventure shows such as ABC's The New Adventures of Batman and NBC's The New Adventures of Wonder Woman reruns, fostering a vibrant market for youth-oriented television.[8] Jason of Star Command contributed to this competitive landscape by offering serialized space opera narratives that appealed to fans of interstellar exploration themes prevalent in the era's media. For its second season, the series transitioned to a standalone 30-minute format, premiering on September 15, 1979, on Saturdays.[5] This expansion allowed for more developed storylines across 12 episodes, airing through December 1, 1979. The show ultimately concluded after this season amid declining ratings for Filmation productions and the studio's strategic shift toward new animated projects, marking the end of its original CBS run.[20]Syndication and Reruns
Following its original run on CBS, Jason of Star Command entered syndication in the 1980s on local television stations across the United States, where episodes were frequently edited for time to fit standard half-hour broadcasting slots. These syndication packages often combined the short Season 1 segments into longer formats, allowing for broader distribution beyond the network schedule.[6] The series experienced occasional reruns on cable networks in later years, introducing the show to new generations of young viewers interested in science fiction adventures. After its cancellation, it continued airing in reruns on CBS, moving to Sunday mornings at 8:30 a.m. ET for over a year starting in January 1980, before shifting to Saturday afternoons at 1:00 p.m. ET. Internationally, broadcasts were limited primarily to the UK and Australia as part of broader Filmation syndication packages, with episodes airing on regional networks like Yorkshire Television in the UK starting in the early 1980s.[21] In more recent years, Jason of Star Command has seen fan-driven screenings at science fiction conventions and nostalgia events, though it has not returned to major network or cable television by 2025. The series proved more successful in ratings than its predecessor Space Academy.[1]Episodes
Season 1
Season 1 of Jason of Star Command aired as a serialized narrative consisting of 16 fifteen-minute chapters, broadcast weekly on CBS from September 9 to December 23, 1978. The season introduces the core team—Jason, communications officer Nicole, Professor E.J. Parsafoot, and the miniature robot Wiki—aboard their advanced starship, the Starfire, as they defend the galaxy against the tyrannical Dragos and his invasion schemes. Structured with recaps, cliffhangers, and teaser previews, the arc builds tension through escalating confrontations with Dragos' forces, culminating in a dramatic cliffhanger resolution that sets up future conflicts. Several episodes were written by Samuel A. Peeples, with contributions from writers including Don Heckman, Chuck Menville, and Ted Pedersen. The following table lists all Season 1 episodes, including titles, original air dates, and brief non-spoiler summaries.| Episode | Title | Air Date | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Attack of the Dragonship | September 9, 1978 | Jason and Dr. Parsafoot respond to a mysterious assault on Space Academy, uncovering threats from an alien vessel commanded by Dragos. |
| 2 | Prisoner of Dragos | September 16, 1978 | Captured aboard Dragos' ship, Jason learns of the villain's grand ambitions and deceptive tactics involving energy duplicates. |
| 3 | Escape from Dragos | September 23, 1978 | With help from allies, Jason attempts to break free from captivity while sabotage threatens Star Command from within. |
| 4 | A Cry for Help | September 30, 1978 | As defenses weaken at the Academy, Jason navigates a perilous planetoid and encounters an unexpected ally in disguise. |
| 5 | Wiki to the Rescue | October 7, 1978 | Guided by the robot Wiki, Nicole leads a mission to locate Jason and his new companion amid jamming signals from Dragos. |
| 6 | Planet of the Lost | October 14, 1978 | Stranded on a barren asteroid, the team defends against hostile creatures while seeking aid to counter Dragos' pursuit. |
| 7 | Marooned in Time | October 21, 1978 | Transported to a temporally distorted world, Jason's crew encounters space pirates and must outwit them to repair their vessel. |
| 8 | Attack of the Dragons | October 28, 1978 | With repairs complete, the team allies with unlikely helpers to return to the Academy and repel Dragos' advancing forces. |
| 9 | Peepo's Last Chance | November 4, 1978 | Dragos targets Dr. Parsafoot's robot Peepo for intelligence, putting the entire Space Command network at risk. |
| 10 | The Disappearing Man | November 11, 1978 | Jason ventures into an accelerated time dimension to aid a stranded officer altered by Dragos' experimental weapons. |
| 11 | The Haunted Planet | November 18, 1978 | After a crash landing, the crew faces imprisonment on a deceptive world ruled by a queen sympathetic to Dragos. |
| 12 | Escape from Kesh | November 25, 1978 | Using ingenuity and miniaturization technology, Jason's team commandeers a vessel but discovers hidden pursuers aboard. |
| 13 | Return of the Creature | December 2, 1978 | Battling a monstrous entity, the heroes hijack a ship to rush back and defend the Academy from an imminent assault. |
| 14 | Peepo on Trial | December 9, 1978 | Compromised by Dragos' programming, Peepo causes critical failures, forcing Jason and Commander Canarvin to intervene. |
| 15 | The Trojan Horse | December 16, 1978 | Racing against a cosmic storm, the team infiltrates Dragos' stronghold to seize a key artifact, only to face deception. |
| 16 | The Victory of Star Command | December 23, 1978 | In a final showdown, Jason breaks free during Dragos' ultimate attack on the Academy, leading to a tense confrontation. |
Season 2
Season 2 of Jason of Star Command comprises 12 standalone episodes, marking a shift from the serialized narrative of the first season to self-contained adventures combating the villain Dragos and emerging cosmic dangers, including ancient artifacts, interdimensional perils, and opportunistic space marauders, while operating from the upgraded Star Command base with enhanced vessel capabilities. Airing on CBS from September 15 to December 1, 1979, the season introduces cast changes, with Tamara Dobson portraying the resourceful Samantha and John Russell as the disciplined Commander Stone, alongside returning actors Craig Littler as Jason and Charlie Dell as Professor Parsafoot. Episodes were written by contributors such as Ted Pedersen and Margaret Armen, expanding the format to full 30-minute installments that showcase broader sets, including more intricate starship interiors for dynamic action and team interactions.[5][13] The following table lists all Season 2 episodes, including titles, original air dates, writers, and brief non-spoiler summaries.| Episode | Title | Air Date | Writer(s) | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2x01 | Mission to the Stars | Sep 15, 1979 | Ted Pedersen | Jason clashes with the new Commander while investigating a derelict vessel containing a woman in suspended animation, uncovering potential galactic secrets.[22][11] |
| 2x02 | Frozen in Space | Sep 22, 1979 | Margaret Armen | A mysterious freeze ray endangers Star Command, prompting Jason and Samantha to probe a remote planetoid for the source of the threat.[22][11] |
| 2x03 | Web of the Star Witch | Sep 29, 1979 | Ted Pedersen | Jason faces capture by an enigmatic queen allied with lingering forces of evil, tempted by offers of power amid a web of interstellar intrigue.[22][11] |
| 2x04 | Beyond the Stars! | Oct 6, 1979 | Samuel A. Peeples | An infiltrator targets Professor Parsafoot, forcing the team to navigate dangers beyond known space to protect vital knowledge.[22] |
| 2x05 | Secret of the Ancients | Oct 13, 1979 | Samuel A. Peeples | Ancient technology draws unwanted attention, requiring Jason to safeguard forbidden relics from those seeking to exploit their power.[23] |
| 2x06 | The Power of the Star Disk | Oct 20, 1979 | Samuel A. Peeples | A damaged spacecraft's cargo transports the team into an alternate dimension, testing their ingenuity against unfamiliar hazards.[22] |
| 2x07 | Through the Stargate | Oct 27, 1979 | Lynn Barker | A portal to another realm traps the crew, demanding cooperation to evade hostile forces and return home.[23] |
| 2x08 | Face to Face | Nov 3, 1979 | Don Heckman | Dimensional anomalies strand Jason's team with a formidable adversary, highlighting the need for unity in survival.[22] |
| 2x09 | Phantom Force | Nov 10, 1979 | Ted Pedersen | Rescuing a child from a drifting ship unleashes bizarre disturbances at Star Command, challenging the team's investigative skills.[22] |
| 2x10 | Little Girl Lost | Nov 17, 1979 | Jackson Gillis | Wreckage from a crashed vessel yields a young survivor and her companion, drawing the crew into a mystery of lost origins.[22] |
| 2x11 | Mimi's Secret | Nov 24, 1979 | Jackson Gillis & Michael Halperin | Conflicting forces pursue hidden knowledge tied to an unassuming object, pitting Star Command against shadowy pursuers.[22] |
| 2x12 | Battle for Freedom | Dec 1, 1979 | Alf Harris | The Commander falls into captivity on a hostile asteroid, spurring Jason to lead a daring operation for liberation.[22][23] |