The Powers of Matthew Star
Series Overview
The Powers of Matthew Star is an American sci-fi television series that aired from September 17, 1982 through April 8, 1983, on NBC. It starred Peter Barton as the title character, alien prince Matthew ‘E’Hawke’ Star of the planet Quadris. Also starring were Amy Steel as Pam Elliot, Matthew’s girlfriend at Crestridge High, and Louis Gossett, Jr. as Matthew’s guardian Walt ‘D’hai’ Shepherd. In 2002, The Powers of Matthew Star was ranked #22 on the list of TV Guide's "50 Worst TV Shows of All Time".
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1 Season • 22 Episodes
60 min per episode
1982 – 1983
Premiered: Fri, Sep 17, 1982
Harve Bennett
Steven E. de SouzaLatest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 22: “Starr Knight”
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Harve Bennett, Steven E. de Souza
Harve Bennett
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Harve Bennett
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What is The Powers of Matthew Star about?
The Powers of Matthew Star is an American sci-fi television series that aired from September 17, 1982 through April 8, 1983, on NBC. It starred Peter Barton as the title character, alien prince Matthew ‘E’Hawke’ Star of the planet Quadris. Also starring were Amy Steel as Pam Elliot, Matthew’s girlfriend at Crestridge High, and Louis Gossett, Jr. as Matthew’s guardian Walt ‘D’hai’ Shepherd. In 2002, The Powers of Matthew Star was ranked #22 on the list of TV Guide's "50 Worst TV Shows of All Time".
How many seasons does The Powers of Matthew Star have?
The Powers of Matthew Star comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in The Powers of Matthew Star?
Key cast members in The Powers of Matthew Star include Peter Barton, Louis Gossett Jr., Amy Steel, James Karen, John Crawford.
Who created or directed The Powers of Matthew Star?
The Powers of Matthew Star was developed and directed by Harve Bennett, Steven E. de Souza.