Beyond Westworld
Beyond Westworld was a short-lived 1980 television series that carried on the stories of the two feature films, Westworld and Futureworld. It featured Jim McMullan as Security Chief John Moore of the Delos Corporation. The story revolved around John Moore having to stop the evil scientist, Quaid, as he planned to use the robots in Delos to try to take over the world. Despite being nominated for two Emmys, only five episodes were produced, and only three of them were aired before cancellation.
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Plot Summary
In the distant future, a robotic scientist named Simon Quaid creates a trio of androids designed to be perfect soldiers. However, Quaid's creation rebels and escapes into the past, specifically the American Old West of 1881. Quaid dispatches two agents, the cyborg fighter Commander John Moore and the android Rebecca, to track down and destroy the rogue androids before they can irrevocably alter the course of history.
Critical Reception
Beyond Westworld was a short-lived science fiction television series that aired in 1980. It garnered minimal critical attention during its original run and is largely remembered as a historical footnote in the genre. Its reception was generally lukewarm, with many critics pointing to its derivative plotlines and underdeveloped characters.
What Reviewers Say
- Ambitious premise with a blend of sci-fi and western elements.
- Often criticized for its pacing and special effects.
- Felt like a concept that was ahead of its time but not fully realized.
Google audience: Audience reception for Beyond Westworld is scarce due to its limited broadcast. Available commentary suggests viewers found the premise intriguing but felt the execution was lacking, with some enjoying the novelty of the genre mashup.
Fun Fact
The series was originally intended to be a feature film but was reworked into a television show.
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