The Cape
Series Overview
The Cape is an American dramatic TV series, with elements of science fiction, action/adventure, and drama, that was produced for syndication during the 1996–1997 television season. The Cape told the story of select members of the NASA Astronaut Corps at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida with a focus on their personal lives as they train for, and execute, Space Shuttle missions. The series stars Corbin Bernsen as USAF Colonel Henry J. "Bull" Eckert, an experienced astronaut who, early in the series, was the Director of Astronaut Training but later in the series was also tasked with the responsibility of Chief of the Astronaut Office. The series focused on authenticity and was filmed in and around Cape Canaveral, Florida. Former astronaut Buzz Aldrin served as technical consultant.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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1 Season • 22 Episodes
42 min per episode
1996 – 1997
Premiered: Mon, Sep 9, 1996
Latest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 22: “Mir, Mir Off the Wall (2)”
While on a mission to deliver astronaut Tamara St. James for an extended stay aboard the Mir space station, shuttle Atlantis is severely damaged while trying to execute an emergency disengage maneuver when it becomes apparent that the senior Soviet officer aboard Mir has suffered a breakdown and has become dangerously irrational. It is decided to train a second team and ""quick prep"" a second shuttle to aid in the repair, and hopefully the safe return, of Atlantis.
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Cast & Creators
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Corbin Bernsen
USAF Col. Henry 'Bull' Eckert
Adam Baldwin
Col. Jack Riles
Cameron Bancroft
Capt. Ezekiel 'Zeke' Beaumont
Bobbie Phillips
Navy Pilot Lt. Cmdr. Barbara DeSantos
Bobby Hosea
Marine Pilot Major Reggie Warren
Tyra Ferrell
Mission Specialist Tamara St. James
Katie Mitchell
NASA Chief PAO Andrea Miller
Chad Willett
Peter Engel, ASCAN
David Kelsey
D.B. Woods, ASCAN
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Kary Antholis
Gil Grant, Kary Antholis
Department Leadership Roster
Gil Grant
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Cape
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What is The Cape about?
The Cape is an American dramatic TV series, with elements of science fiction, action/adventure, and drama, that was produced for syndication during the 1996–1997 television season. The Cape told the story of select members of the NASA Astronaut Corps at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida with a focus on their personal lives as they train for, and execute, Space Shuttle missions. The series stars Corbin Bernsen as USAF Colonel Henry J. "Bull" Eckert, an experienced astronaut who, early in the series, was the Director of Astronaut Training but later in the series was also tasked with the responsibility of Chief of the Astronaut Office. The series focused on authenticity and was filmed in and around Cape Canaveral, Florida. Former astronaut Buzz Aldrin served as technical consultant.
How many seasons does The Cape have?
The Cape comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in The Cape?
Key cast members in The Cape include Corbin Bernsen, Adam Baldwin, Cameron Bancroft, Bobbie Phillips, Bobby Hosea.
Who created or directed The Cape?
The Cape was developed and directed by Kary Antholis.