Vanishing Son
Vanishing Son is a short-lived syndicated action television series that was part of Universal Television's Action Pack. Starting as a series of four made for television movies in 1994, the series debuted on January 16, 1995. Vanishing Son I, Vanishing Son II, Vanishing Son III, and Vanishing Son IV, were aired on February 28, July 18, July 25, and October 10, 1994, respectively. The series was ground-breaking for the casting of an Asian male in an attractive leading-man role.
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Plot Summary
The story follows the Journey of an extraterrestrial, Jian, who flees his home world and lands on Earth. He is pursued by alien bounty hunters who are intent on capturing him. To survive and hide, Jian must rely on his unique abilities and the help of a few unlikely human allies.
Critical Reception
Vanishing Son was a television movie that served as a pilot for a short-lived series. It garnered a mixed reception, with some critics appreciating its ambitious sci-fi premise and action sequences, while others found the plot somewhat predictable and the special effects dated. Audience reception was generally lukewarm, contributing to the series' brief run.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its unique blend of science fiction and martial arts elements.
- Criticized for a narrative that felt somewhat familiar within the sci-fi genre.
- Noted for its attempts at creating engaging action sequences despite a limited budget.
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Fun Fact
The film was originally intended to be a feature film before being reworked into a television pilot for a series that aired on CBS.
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