War of the Worlds
Series Overview
Humanity must resume its war against the Martians when they revive after decades of hibernation following their defeat in the 1950s. The fate of Earth may very well rest in the hands of a small yet courageous band: astrophysicist Harrison Blackwood, paraplegic computer wizard Norton Drake, microbiologist Suzanne McCullough and military man Paul Ironhorse.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.
2 Seasons • 44 Episodes
45–60 min per episode
1988 – 1990
Premiered: Fri, Oct 7, 1988
Latest Aired Episode
Season 2, Episode 20: “The Obelisk”
Continuing Morthren losses force a maddened Malzor to take a drastic step: the release of a spore which will cause the death of every native organism on Earth.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Greg Strangis
Frank Mancuso Jr.
Department Leadership Roster
Frank Mancuso Jr.
Producer
Gavin Mitchell
Production Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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TV-PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — Contains material parents may find unsuitable for younger children.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance Suggested — Contains material parents may find unsuitable for younger children.
FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.
Universal Public Exhibition — Unrestricted family viewing.
Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.
Suitable only for 12 years and over.
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Frequently Asked Questions About War of the Worlds
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What is War of the Worlds about?
Humanity must resume its war against the Martians when they revive after decades of hibernation following their defeat in the 1950s. The fate of Earth may very well rest in the hands of a small yet courageous band: astrophysicist Harrison Blackwood, paraplegic computer wizard Norton Drake, microbiologist Suzanne McCullough and military man Paul Ironhorse.
How many seasons does War of the Worlds have?
War of the Worlds comprises 2 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in War of the Worlds?
Key cast members in War of the Worlds include Jared Martin, Adrian Paul, Lynda Mason Green, Catherine Disher, Denis Forest.
Who created or directed War of the Worlds?
War of the Worlds was developed and directed by Greg Strangis.