Adam Adamant Lives!
Adam Adamant Lives! is a British television series which ran from 1966 to 1967 on the BBC, starring Gerald Harper in the title role. Proposing that an adventurer born in 1867 had been revived from hibernation in 1966, the show was a comedy adventure that took a satirical look at life in the 1960s through the eyes of an Edwardian.
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Plot Summary
In 1966, adventurer Adam Adamant is betrayed and frozen in a block of ice by his assistant, George Sugden. He is discovered and revived in 1967 by geologist Louise Jackson. Adamant, a man of action from the Edwardian era, struggles to adapt to the modern world. He and Louise embark on a series of adventures, using his unique skills and knowledge to combat villains and injustice.
Critical Reception
Adam Adamant Lives! was a moderately successful adventure series for the BBC, known for its unique premise and charismatic lead performance. While not as widely acclaimed as some other science fiction shows of the era, it garnered a loyal following for its blend of period charm and modern thrills. Critics often praised its inventive plots and Hartnell's performance.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its adventurous spirit and the charm of its titular hero.
- The contrast between Adamant's Edwardian sensibilities and the modern world provided comedic and dramatic opportunities.
- Some found the episodic nature and limited scope of the production to be a drawback.
Google audience: Audience reception data from Google is not readily available for this series. However, historical fan discussions indicate appreciation for its unique concept and William Hartnell's portrayal of the anachronistic adventurer.
Fun Fact
William Hartnell, famous for playing the First Doctor in Doctor Who, chose this role after leaving the TARDIS, seeking a less demanding schedule and a character with a similar adventurous spirit but a different background.
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