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What is Thunderbirds?
Who founded International Rescue in Thunderbirds?
What are the Thunderbirds machines?
What is the format of Thunderbirds?
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Who ordered Thunderbirds to be expanded from half-hour episodes to a full hour?
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When was the first Thunderbirds feature film released?
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What was the second Thunderbirds feature film called?
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Why was Thunderbirds cancelled?
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Study Notes
- Thunderbirds is a British television series that first aired in 1965.
- The show is about International Rescue, a global response organization founded by Jeff Tracy and his five sons.
- The five Thunderbirds machines are piloted by Jeff's sons and include a hypersonic rocket, heavy transporter, space rocket, submarine, and orbiting space satellite.
- The show's format focuses on disasters and rescues, allowing for exciting and action-packed scenarios.
- Thunderbirds was expanded from half-hour episodes to a full hour on the orders of ITC head Lew Grade.
- Thunderbirds are Go, the first feature film, was released in 1966, followed by Thunderbird 6 in 1968.
- The show was cancelled after a failed attempt to sell it to an American network, but it has since become a cultural phenomenon.
- The show has been revived in the form of a CGI remake and a Supermarionation revival.
- Thunderbirds merchandise is available at the official Gerry Anderson Store.
- Thunderbirds continues to thrill and entertain audiences around the world more than 50 years after its first airing.
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Are you a Thunderbirds superfan? Test your knowledge of the iconic British television series with our Thunderbirds quiz! From the famous machines to the thrilling rescues, this quiz will put your Thunderbirds expertise to the test. See how much you really know about Jeff Tracy and his sons, and relive the excitement of this timeless classic. Don't forget to check out the Gerry Anderson Store for Thunderbirds merchandise after you finish the quiz!
