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Lost in Space 1965

“A space colony family struggles to survive when their ship is hopelessly thrown off course.”

★ 7.2/10 · 130 votes TV-PG Sci-Fi & FantasyComedy 3 seasons · 83 eps Ended
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What is Lost in Space?

The television series Lost in Space is a science fiction family franchise that was created and produced by Irwin Allen. The series was filmed by 20th Century Fox Television and broadcast on CBS.

Type
TV series
Year
1965
Status
Ended
Episodes
83
Runtime
60 minutes
First aired
Sep 15, 1965
Last aired
Mar 6, 1968
Original language
EN
Origin
US
Networks
CBS
Genres
Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Comedy
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Overview

The television series Lost in Space is a science fiction family franchise that was created and produced by Irwin Allen. The series was filmed by 20th Century Fox Television and broadcast on CBS. It is centered around a space colony family and their struggles to survive in space. The family's spaceship, Jupiter II, carries a friendly robot who is a trusted companion of young Will Robinson. The robot also endures an endless stream of abuse from Dr. Zachary Smith, an inept stowaway who sabotages the voyage time and again. The series consists of 83 episodes across 3 seasons. Lost in Space was referred to as "science-fact science fiction" by its creator, Irwin Allen. The series features a cast including Guy Williams, June Lockhart, Mark Goddard, and Marta Kristen. The show's story involves the space family Robinson being sent on a mission to find a new planet to colonise.

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Should you watch it?

“A spacefaring family faces constant sabotage while attempting to colonize a new planet.”

Reasons to watch
  • features a robot companion
  • classic space exploration premise
Keep in mind
  • includes an antagonistic stowaway

Watch it if you enjoy classic science fiction stories about families navigating space travel.

The series features a lighthearted tone centered on the interpersonal dynamics of a space-traveling family.

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Season 1 · 29 episodes Open the complete Season 1 guide →
Season 2 · 30 episodes
Season 3 · 24 episodes

Frequently asked questions

What is the mission of the Robinson family?

The family is on a five-year mission to locate a new planet suitable for colonization.

What is the name of the family spaceship?

The spaceship is called the Jupiter II.

Who is Dr. Zachary Smith?

Dr. Zachary Smith is an inept stowaway who repeatedly sabotages the family mission.

What is the relationship between the robot and Will Robinson?

The robot is a trusted companion to young Will Robinson.

How does Dr. Smith treat the robot?

Dr. Smith subjects the robot to an endless stream of abuse.