Automan 1983

Overview

Automan was an American science fiction superhero television series created by Glen A. Larson. The show aired on ABC for twelve episodes between 1983 and 1984. The series featured a computer-generated superhero character who could materialize from cyberspace into the physical world. Automan appeared as a blue translucent figure with geometric features, representing an advanced artificial intelligence capable of independent action. The show's premise centered on this digital being assisting law enforcement in solving crimes that required his unique abilities to navigate both computer systems and real-world environments. Despite its innovative concept combining early computer graphics with traditional live-action television, the series had a brief run lasting only one season. The program represented one of the earlier attempts at incorporating computer-generated imagery as a central element in television storytelling. Glen A. Larson, known for producing other science fiction series, developed Automan as part of his portfolio of genre television shows during the 1980s. The series remains notable for its pioneering use of digital effects in a weekly television format.