Welcome to Sci-Fi Talk, where today we leap into the enigmatic world of "The Prisoner," the TV show that revolutionized spy-fi and continues to captivate audiences with its themes of individuality and freedom. Joining Tony Tellado ,are Gavin Hignight and Chris “Doc” Wyatt of Wandering Planet.
We delve into the legacy of Patrick McGoohan, not just an acclaimed actor, a BAFTA award winner, who became the UK's highest-paid TV star. We explore the influence of his earlier work on "Danger Man" and how it paved the way for "The Prisoner," embarking on a deep dive into the artistic liberties that set the series apart.
With excitement, we discuss the much-anticipated wave of collectible action figures celebrating "The Prisoner." We’ll reveal the fascinating process behind their creation—from the meticulous attention to detail.
Additionally, we'll recount Tony’s personal connection to the series, the profound effect it had on his youth, and recite memorable dialogues that resonate to this day. We'll chat about obtaining rights, visits to Port Marion, and reminisce about our favorite characters, like Leo McKern, while touching on the deeper themes of this surreal show that continues to transcend generations.
Stay tuned as we discuss the exclusive availability of these action figures via Kickstarter, admire Patrick McGoohan's versatility as an actor, and debate themes of individual rights and societal structures that are as relevant now as they were at the show's inception.
Visit Wandering Planet
Subscribe To Sci-Fi Talk Free For A Lifetime until May 1st.
Byte Director Renny Harlin On Strangers Chapter One
Time Capsule 402 Has Levar Burton, Stephen Amell, Joshua Jackson And More
Supergirl, Spider-Man Noir, and Jurassic World Updates: Sci-Fi Talk Weekly Episode 97
The Matrxi Four"s Ellen Hollman
Trek Tuesday Alex Kurtzman And Michelle Paradise
Rewind Grimm Season Five Special Edition
Byte Dark Matter
Byte Erilk Winquest On Special Visual EFX in Kingdom Of The Planet Of The Apes
Fear The Walking Dead's Lennie James And Karen David
Sci-Fi Talk Weekly Episode 96
Galactica's Richard Hatch
Cruz, del Barrio and Wiseman on Star Discovery's Final Season
Levar Burton On The Legacy Of Reading Rainbow
Byte Kevin Durand Of The Kingdom Of The Planet Of The Apes
Byte Meredith Salenger Of Star Wars Tales Of The Empire
Byte Diana Inosanto On Star Wars Tales Of The Empire
From The Cave, Batman Death In The Family
Sci-Fi Talk Weekly Episode 95 Casting News For Outlander, 28 Years Later, Plus Three Body Problem, Tron Ares News
Rewind Good Omens' Michael Sheen And David Tenant
Trek Tuesday Trek Vs Cancer Replay
Join Podbean Ads Marketplace and connect with engaged listeners.
Advertise Today
Create your
podcast in
minutes
It is Free
Museum of the Missing
Cryptids
Middle Aged and Creeped Out
The Federalist Papers
Gulliver’s Travels
Welcome to Night Vale
Dead Space: Deep Cover