Far Out Space Nuts
Far Out Space Nuts is a Sid and Marty Krofft children's television series that aired in 1975 for one season, and produced 15 episodes. It was one of only two Krofft series produced exclusively for CBS. Like most children's television shows of the era, Far Out Space Nuts contained a laugh track. Like most of the Kroffts' productions, the show's opening sequence provides the setup of its fanciful premise: While loading food into various compartments to prepare a rocket for an upcoming mission, Barney instructs Junior to hit the "lunch" button, but Junior mistakenly hits the "launch" button. The rocket blasts off and takes them on various misadventures on alien planets. The show starred Bob Denver as Junior, a seemingly dim-witted but uniquely clever maintenance worker employed by NASA, and Chuck McCann as Barney, his grumpy, short-tempered co-worker. Patty Maloney played Honk, their furry friend who made horn sounds instead of speaking.
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Plot Summary
This British sitcom follows the misadventures of two unlikely astronauts, a resourceful American (Bob Denver) and a bumbling British scientist (Don Adams), who find themselves stranded in space after a mission goes awry. Along with their formidable alien companion (Richard Kiel), they embark on a series of bizarre and hilarious escapades as they try to find their way back to Earth, encountering strange planets and even stranger alien life forms.
Critical Reception
Far Out Space Nuts was a lighthearted and often silly science fiction comedy that found a niche audience with its slapstick humor and charmingly low-budget charm. While not critically acclaimed for its complex plots or sophisticated writing, it is remembered fondly for its earnest performances and its unique, albeit dated, take on space exploration humor.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its lighthearted, slapstick humor.
- Appreciated for the chemistry between Don Adams and Bob Denver.
- Noted for its simple, episodic, and often absurd plots.
Google audience: Audience reviews for Far Out Space Nuts are scarce due to its age and niche appeal. Those who remember it often recall it as a fun, lighthearted show with a sense of innocent adventure, fitting for its era.
Fun Fact
The show was produced by the same team behind the popular British sitcom 'Dad's Army', aiming to replicate its comedic success in a science fiction setting.
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