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Supercar Coming to Talking Pictures TV!

Talking Pictures TV will broadcast the 1960s Gerry Anderson series Supercar as part of its regular Saturday Morning Pictures strand.

What is Supercar?

“This classic Anderson production follows the adventures of Mike Mercury and the test crew at Black Rock Laboratory in the Nevada Desert in 1962, as they test out Supercar, a prototype vehicle capable of traveling on land, can dive underwater, and can fly through the air.” Synopsis from Talking Pictures TV

The science fiction supermarionation series, produced by Gerry Anderson and AP Films (APF) for Associated Television and ITC Entertainment, was first broadcast in 1961. It ran for thirty-nine episodes over two series. This was Gerry Anderson’s first half hour series, and ended in 1962.

The voice cast included Graydon Gould, David Graham, Sylvia Anderson and George Murcell. Murcell’s roles were later voiced by Cyril Shaps

Talking Pictures’ Saturday Morning Pictures

Supercar will be joining the channel’s unique Saturday Morning Pictures strand, a weekly childhood nostalgia trip that has included The Adventures of Robin Hood and Larry the Lamb. The most recent addition to the strand is the Danzingers’ Richard the Lionheart, an ITV broadcast series from 1961.

Jamie’s Reaction

After broadcasting Fireball XL5, Stingray and Thunderbirds, I wondered how long it would take Talking Pictures TV to add another Gerry Anderson to their lineup. I haven’t seen too many episodes of this series, but I’ve been intruiged during my limited exposure.

This is why I love this channel, giving viewers an opportunity to see things that haven’t been broadcast on TV for quite a while. Due to being black and white, I have a feeling this one may have slipped under the radar many times; Making it somewhat an underrated classic.

It is awesome to see it included as part of the Saturday Morning Pictures strand, a slot full of nostalgic programming!


Supercar, which has not been seen on British TV for some years, will air on Talking Pictures TV on the 26th of April at 10am. It will continue weekly around the same time. Keep an eye on their website for updates!

Are you looking forward to watching Supercar on Talking Pictures TV? Let us know all your thoughts on social media or in the comments below!

Jamie Dyer

Jamie Dyer is an experienced writer, broadcaster, musician and social media marketer. He enjoys Old Time Radio, vintage TV, collecting vinyl and supporting the New York Knicks.

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