A stranded traveler. A mysterious monastery. A prisoner the monks insist is the Devil himself. The Howling Man remains one of the most atmospheric and unforgettable episodes of The Twilight Zone, blending gothic horror with one of the series’ most chilling moral dilemmas.
From fearless starship captains to brilliant scientists and determined explorers, these unforgettable characters defined the golden age of sci-fi television. Join us as we count down the 10 greatest sci-fi heroes of the 1960s who inspired generations of fans.
Ten shows, countless memories, and we want to know if you agree with our 1960s TV top 10.
The studio lights glow, the monitors flicker, and a giant spiral of colour opens across the screen. The Time Tunnel still feels like a thrilling late-night broadcast from television’s most imaginative control room.
The biggest sci-fi classics get the applause, but these 1960s American shows still know how to light up a screen.
Saturday night television in 1965 had a wonderful rhythm: family adventure, big-name variety, western drama, and a touch of late-night intrigue. As the medium kept evolving through the mid-1960s, these lineups captured both the comfort of old favourites and the first flashes of something more modern.
On a soundstage filled with giant teacups, oversized telephones, and towering furniture, Land of the Giants turned television into a playground of pure imagination. Irwin Allen’s adventure series still feels big-hearted, inventive, and wonderfully fun.
What makes a 1960s science-fiction series still feel electric today? The Invaders remains a wonderfully tense, stylish watch, with Roy Thinnes leading a smart thriller that still sends out a powerful late-night signal.
