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BeastMaster 1999

★ 6.5/10 · 58 votes TV-PG Action & AdventureMysteryDramaSci-Fi & Fantasy 3 seasons · 66 eps Ended
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What is BeastMaster?

BeastMaster is a Canadian television series that aired from 1999 to 2002. The program is loosely based on the 1982 MGM film titled The Beastmaster.

Type
TV series
Year
1999
Status
Ended
Episodes
66
Runtime
43 minutes
First aired
Oct 9, 1999
Last aired
May 13, 2002
Original language
EN
Origin
AU, CA, US
Networks
Syndication
Genres
Action & Adventure, Mystery, Drama, Sci-Fi & Fantasy
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BeastMaster is a Canadian television series that aired from 1999 to 2002. The program is loosely based on the 1982 MGM film titled The Beastmaster. The series chronicles the adventures of Dar, who is the last surviving male of the storied Sula tribe. Dar possesses the unique ability to communicate telepathically with the animals of his ancient world. In addition to this gift, he is endowed with the strength, courage, and fighting skills of a great warrior. Throughout the series, Dar utilizes these abilities to defend living creatures that are oppressed by the forces of evil. The show is categorized under the genres of action and adventure, mystery, drama, and science fiction and fantasy. The original 1982 film, which served as the inspiration for the series, was directed by Don Coscarelli and featured actors including Marc Singer, Tanya Roberts, Rip Torn, and John Amos. The television series itself carries a TV-PG rating.

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Should you watch it?

“A telepathic warrior wanders an ancient world defending oppressed creatures from the forces of evil.”

Reasons to watch
  • unique animal communication premise
  • heroic fantasy themes
Keep in mind
  • loosely adapted from source material

Watch it if you enjoy classic sword-and-sorcery adventures featuring heroic protagonists and animal companions.

The series is rated TV-PG and features action and adventure elements.

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Episode guide

Season 1 · 22 episodes Open the complete Season 1 guide →
Season 2 · 22 episodes
Season 3 · 22 episodes

Frequently asked questions

Who is the protagonist?

The protagonist is Dar, the last surviving male of the Sula tribe.

What special ability does Dar have?

Dar possesses the ability to communicate telepathically with animals.

What genre is the show?

It is categorized as action, adventure, mystery, drama, and sci-fi fantasy.

When did the series air?

The series aired from 1999 to 2002.

Is the show based on a book?

It is loosely based on the 1959 science fiction novel The Beast Master by Alice Andre Norton.