The Six Million Dollar Man
The Six Million Dollar Man

The Six Million Dollar Man

1978TV ShowEndedEnglish

Follow the adventures of Steve Austin, cybernetically enhanced astronaut turned secret agent, employed by the OSI, under the command of Oscar Goldman and supervised by the scientist who created his cybernetics, Rudy Wells. Steve uses the superior strength and speed provided by his bionic arm and legs, and the enhanced vision provided by his artificial eye, to fight enemy agents, aliens, mad scientists, and a wide variety of other villains.

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IMDb6.9/10
Director: Jerome Courtland, Alan J. Levi, Seymour Robbie, Ferdinand Fairfax, Leslie H. Martinson, Kenneth Johnson, Barry Crane, Richard Moder, George Mc Cuan, Alan CookeGenres: Science Fiction, Action, Adventure, Drama

Plot Summary

Astronaut Steve Austin survives a catastrophic crash, only to be rebuilt with state-of-the-art bionic implants. These enhancements grant him superhuman strength, speed, and vision, allowing him to work as a secret agent for the OSI. He tackles dangerous missions that often involve espionage, international intrigue, and threats to national security, all while grappling with his new abilities and their impact on his life.

Critical Reception

The Six Million Dollar Man was a highly popular and influential science fiction television series during its run. It was praised for its groundbreaking special effects, exciting action sequences, and the compelling premise of a man with extraordinary abilities. While critical reception varied, the show was a consistent ratings success and is remembered fondly for its role in shaping the adventure and sci-fi genres of the era.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its innovative concept and exciting action.
  • Lee Majors' portrayal of Steve Austin was a fan favorite.
  • The bionic effects were considered groundbreaking for television at the time.

Google audience: Audience reception for 'The Six Million Dollar Man' is largely nostalgic and positive, with viewers remembering it as a classic and exciting show from their childhood. Many appreciate the show's adventurous spirit and the iconic character of Steve Austin.

Fun Fact

The iconic 'slow-motion' bionic jump effect was achieved by filming the actor jumping forward and then playing the footage backward at a slower speed.

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GenerationofSwine

GenerationofSwin...

When my friends and I were kids we used to slow motion run because... The Six Million Dollar Man. And, this was taken off the air about the time we were all being born. But thanks to good parenting and re-runs we all knew exactly what it...