Starman
Overview
Starman, a sci-fi series that aired on ABC from September 19, 1986, to May 2, 1987, picks up where John Carpenter's 1984 film left off. Featuring Robert Hays and Christopher Daniel Barnes, the show follows the adventures of an alien who takes on a human form. As he navigates life on Earth, he encounters various challenges and forms connections with those around him. The series expands on the film's narrative, exploring themes of identity and belonging while delivering engaging stories filled with charm and intrigue.
Episodes
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1
The Return
Paul successfully tracks down his son, Scott, at an orphanage, but he struggles to gain the boy’s confidence.
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2
Like Father, Like Son
While fleeing from Fox in a recently acquired used car, Paul and Scott come across a woman struggling with her vehicle. They decide to lend a hand, un...
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3
Fatal Flaw
When their truck breaks down in the desert, Paul and Scott find shelter at a woman’s experimental aircraft facility. However, they soon realize that...
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4
Blue Lights
Scott experiments with the mysterious abilities of the blue sphere, which leads to a small-town sheriff claiming he has spotted a UFO. As a result, Pa...
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5
Best Buddies
While Paul and Scott are out, they run into a couple from Paul’s past. To their shock, the wife announces she still has feelings for the real Paul F...
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6
Secrets
Paul and Scott's quest to find Jenny Hayden takes them to a psychiatric facility, where they encounter a woman who could provide crucial information. ...
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7
One for the Road
Tired of constantly fleeing, Paul and Scott begin to relish the stability of their current location. However, when Paul realizes it’s time to leave ...
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8
Peregrine
When Paul encounters a wounded peregrine falcon, he puts his own safety on the line to find a veterinarian who can help.
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9
Society's Pet
Paul brings Scott to meet his foster father’s sister, a wealthy widow holding a $10,000 inheritance meant for the boy. She offers the money—but on...
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10
Fever
With Agent Fox reassigned, Paul and Scott enjoy a rare moment of peace. But their fragile calm shatters when a simple cold turns dangerous for Paul. W...
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11
The Gift
Paul gets an unexpected letter from his biological mother, urging him to come back to his hometown for Christmas. Excited yet apprehensive, he makes t...
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12
The System
A routine traffic stop leads to Paul’s arrest when a computer scan uncovers an outdated contempt citation. This citation stems from an incident invo...
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13
Appearances
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14
The Probe
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15
Dusty
During their trip through Las Vegas, Paul and Scott encounter a woman and invite her to join them. Unbeknownst to them, she takes off with their car w...
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16
Barriers
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17
Grifters
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18
The Wedding
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19
Fathers and Sons
As Paul and Scott walk together, they notice a young boy trailing behind them. To their surprise, the boy introduces himself as Paul's son, revealing ...
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20
Starscape (1)
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21
Starscape (2)
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22
The Test
Paul responds to an ad seeking a "pearl diver," only to find out upon arriving at the diner that it's actually a dishwasher position. Meanwhile, Scott...
