Starcom: The U.S. Space Force

Starcom: The U.S. Space Force (1987)

EndedAnimation showAction, Children

A classic Flash Gordon and Buck Rogers fare. The evil members of Shadow Force, led by Emperor Dark, were trying to take over the cosmos, and it was up to Starcom to stop them. Young hero Col. James "Dash" Derringer, an ace Starcom pilot, was the star of the series, and several of his teammates were family members. He was also backed up by the resourceful ace pilot John "Slim" Griffin, whose niece was yet another Starcom pilot. Other heroes on the Starcom side included Col. Paul "Crowbar" Corbin and Admiral Franklin Brinkley. The show had very high quality production, with top notch animation and relatively mature subject matter and dialog. Together, the members of Starcom fought Dark's legions of robotic minions, flying into battle in a fleet of advanced spacecraft.

Network
Scheduleevery Sunday (30 min)

Last Episode

The Last Star Ranger
Season 1Episode 1330 min

The Last Star Ranger

Trying to escape a sandstorm, four battle cranes fall through a crack in the surface of Mars into an abandoned and dangerously booby-trapped Star Ranger station. Slim, Dash, and Crowbar also fall through and activate a self-destruct mechanism. It's up to Kelsey and Lucas Hull, the last existing Star Ranger, to rescue the group and stop the computer countdown to oblivion.

Dec 13, 1987

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E13The Last Star RangerDec 13, 1987
S01E12Flash Moskowitz, Space CadetDec 6, 1987
S01E11Hot Enough for You?Nov 29, 1987
S01E10TurnaboutNov 22, 1987
S01E09A Few Bugs in the SystemNov 15, 1987
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'Starcom: The U.S. Space Force' premiere?

'Starcom: The U.S. Space Force' premiered on September 19, 1987.

Who created 'Starcom: The U.S. Space Force'?

'Starcom: The U.S. Space Force' was created by Brynne Stephens and Paul Sabella.

What was the genre of 'Starcom: The U.S. Space Force'?

'Starcom: The U.S. Space Force' was a science fiction animated series.

What was the target audience for 'Starcom: The U.S. Space Force'?

'Starcom: The U.S. Space Force' targeted children and young teenagers.

Who were the main characters in 'Starcom: The U.S. Space Force'?

The main characters in 'Starcom: The U.S. Space Force' were Colonel James "Dash" Derringer, Major Kelsey "K.C." Carlyle, and General Torvek.

What was the premise of 'Starcom: The U.S. Space Force'?

'Starcom: The U.S. Space Force' followed the adventures of an elite group of space pilots defending Earth against evil forces.

What was the main antagonist in 'Starcom: The U.S. Space Force'?

The main antagonist in 'Starcom: The U.S. Space Force' was the Shadow Force, led by Emperor Dark.

What was unique about the vehicles used in 'Starcom: The U.S. Space Force'?

The vehicles in 'Starcom: The U.S. Space Force' featured magnetic suction cups that allowed them to stick to any metallic surface in space.

What was the name of the space station in 'Starcom: The U.S. Space Force'?

The space station in 'Starcom: The U.S. Space Force' was called "Skyvault."

What was the educational aspect of 'Starcom: The U.S. Space Force'?

'Starcom: The U.S. Space Force' aimed to educate children about the principles of teamwork, problem-solving, and science.

Did 'Starcom: The U.S. Space Force' have any tie-in merchandise?

Yes, 'Starcom: The U.S. Space Force' had a line of action figures, vehicles, and playsets.

How long were the episodes of 'Starcom: The U.S. Space Force'?

Each episode of 'Starcom: The U.S. Space Force' had a runtime of approximately 22 minutes.

Who provided the voice for Colonel James "Dash" Derringer in 'Starcom: The U.S. Space Force'?

Pat Fraley provided the voice for Colonel James "Dash" Derringer in 'Starcom: The U.S. Space Force'.

Did 'Starcom: The U.S. Space Force' receive any awards?

'Starcom: The U.S. Space Force' did not receive any notable awards during its run.

How many episodes were produced for 'Starcom: The U.S. Space Force'?

13 episodes were produced for 'Starcom: The U.S. Space Force'.

What was the legacy of 'Starcom: The U.S. Space Force'?

'Starcom: The U.S. Space Force' gained a dedicated fan base and is remembered as a nostalgic and innovative animated series of the 1980s.

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