Space 1999 Moonbase Technical Operations Manual

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Somebody made a BSG-style opening intro for Space:1999 - just thought I'd post it here:

The irony of that is that the 2004 Battlestar Galactica show actually borrowed from Space 1999 by showing shots from the coming episode in the opening teaser.

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Party like it's 1999 in Burbank next month:

https://space199950years.com/

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I was never much of a Space 1999 fan. I liked the ships and the Moonbase and that's about it. But if you like the show, there's a convention in Burbank in a few weeks.

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Thunderbirds 60th Anniversary Collectors Edition [Blu-ray] (Region ABC)

Step back into the iconic world of International Rescue with this definitive collector’s edition of Thunderbirds – fully restored in original 4:3 aspect ratio, and packed with brand-new and legacy bonus content. Housed in a stunning rigid slipcase, this 11-disc Blu-ray set is the most complete and faithful presentation of Thunderbirds to date.
Whether you're a lifelong Gerry Anderson fan or discovering the world of Tracy Island for the first time, this set delivers the ultimate home entertainment experience.
What’s Included in the Set
The Full Series – Fully Remastered and Restored
All 32 original episodes presented in their original 4:3 aspect ratio
Restored in high definition (HD) from original film elements
Choose between original mono sound or enhanced 5.1 surround audio
Episodes restored with reinstated shots that were previously too challenging to previously include
3 Anniversary Episodes –  Introducing Thunderbirds, The Abominable Snowman and The Stately Homes Robberies – available for the first time on general home entertainment release
Special Features – Over 8 Hours of FAB Bonus Content
Thunderbirds: FAB at 60 – brand new 80 min documentary celebrating the enduring legacy of Thunderbirds, this documentary explores the show’s cultural impact, spectacular storytelling and its influence on television and film through interviews with filmmakers, actors, experts and fans such as J. Michael Straczynski, Joe Kraemer, John Logan, Jonathan Ross, Nicola Bryant and Sanjeev Bhaskar who continue to be inspired by its visionary craftsmanship.
Fabblebox – an all-new mini Supermarionation adventure featuring Lady Penelope and Parker voiced by Genevieve Gaunt and Jon Culshaw
Nosey Parker Is Go! – an exclusive new HD remaster of the classic fan tribute comedy short, now with newly recorded dialogue from David Graham
All-new audio commentaries from famous fans and 21st century Thunderbirds contributors including Genevieve Gaunt, Wayne Forester, Sophie Aldred, Nicola Bryant, Chris Dale and more
Over 5 hours of legacy bonus features in HD, including:
Classic documentaries and making-of features
Concert performances
Audio dramas
Archival footage and interviews
Vintage TV adverts and promos
Plus more to be announced!
Exclusive Collector’s Packaging & Physical Bonuses
Premium rigid slipcase with all-new exclusive artwork
A beautifully crafted 110-page episode guide book
Six large-format posters featuring unreleased cutaway artwork by legendary illustrator Graham Bleathman
Unique to this limited collector’s edition
First time all 32 episodes and the 2015 anniversary specials have been released together in a single collection
Previous UK Blu-ray editions were in the wrong aspect ratio – losing critical picture detail. This version maintains the original aspect ratio.
Blemishes, film damage, and sound issues have been carefully and respectfully removed as much as possible, giving fans the cleanest and most authentic viewing experience ever
Combines legacy content from previous UK releases with brand new features, never before available anywhere
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Technical Specification
NUMBER OF DISCS: 11
RUNTIME: 35 hours 15 mins (approx)
REGION CODE: ABC
FORMAT: HD 1080p
FRAME RATE: 24 fps
AUDIO: MONO / 5.1
EPISODE SUBTITLES: ENGLISH

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Thunderbirds 60th Anniversary Collectors Edition [Blu-ray] (Region ABC)

My forum avatar description is of this show that I grew up watching as a kid. That, along with viewing the Mercury program, is what inspired me to become a lifelong space fan. Thanks for posting that; I might pick one up.

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Figures, my wife will be in LA that weekend and I have to stay home and mind the animals. (It’s an ungood family matter, so she won’t exactly be having fun, either.)

There are not a lot of people who worked on Space 1999 left. I am not sure how they are filling a 3-day convention. I'm sure the guy who produced the documentary "The Eagle Obsession" will show it there. And there will probably be a lot of Eagle models on display.

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Thunderbirds 60th Anniversary Collectors Edition [Blu-ray] (Region ABC)

My forum avatar description is of this show that I grew up watching as a kid. That, along with viewing the Mercury program, is what inspired me to become a lifelong space fan. Thanks for posting that; I might pick one up.

I thought as it was all regions it would be of interest to all fans wherever they are on here.

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Here is the upcoming Space 1999 convention, which takes place on September 13:

https://space199950years.com/

Schedule
****Please check back often****

Registration opens at 9am, September 12th, 2025
A full schedule will be released closer to the event.

Optional Day-Trip: Thursday, September 11th – local Los Angeles sights & sounds, with tour guide Christopher Pausen! Shuttle will depart at 9am, returning at 5pm.

    Friday, September 12: Registration from 9am to 12pm. Regular convention programming beginning at 1pm.

    Saturday, September 13th: The Space: 1999 Lunar Convention Simulcast, Breakaway Birthday Banquet, regular programming.

    Sunday, September 14th: Regular convention programming, wrapping up at 5pm.

Optional Day-trip: Monday, September 15th – visit world famous Vasquez Rocks Natural Area and Nature Centre. Filming site for MANY Star Trek episodes! Shuttle will depart at 9am, returning at 5pm.

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Based upon my posts here, you might assume that I'm a big fan of Space 1999. I'm not. I'm really mostly a Trekkie. But I liked the Moonbase and the Eagles. And this cover art, done for an early issue of Starlog magazine, was fantastic.

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The current issue of SFX magazine has an article on Space 1999 to celebrate its 50th anniversary.

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The Gerry Anderson company makes some really nice merch about their shows. I only have their Space 1999 and UFO books, but I've seen some of the rest and it's very high quality. If you're into this stuff, you should look into their store. They also have a bunch of YouTube videos showing off their merchandise.

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