Red Dwarf 1988
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What is Red Dwarf?
Red Dwarf is a British science fiction sitcom that follows the misadventures of the last human alive and his companions, who are stranded three million years into deep space aboard the mining ship Red Dwarf. The series was created by Rob Grant and Doug Naylor and originally aired on BBC Two from 1988 to 1999, later returning for additional episodes on Dave between 2009 and 2020.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 1988
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 73
- Runtime
- 30 minutes
- First aired
- Feb 15, 1988
- Last aired
- Nov 16, 2017
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- GB
- Networks
- BBC Two, U&Dave
- Genres
- Comedy, Sci-Fi & Fantasy
- Updated
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Overview
Red Dwarf is a British science fiction sitcom that follows the misadventures of the last human alive and his companions, who are stranded three million years into deep space aboard the mining ship Red Dwarf. The series was created by Rob Grant and Doug Naylor and originally aired on BBC Two from 1988 to 1999, later returning for additional episodes on Dave between 2009 and 2020. It stars Chris Barrie, Craig Charles, Danny John-Jules, and Robert Llewellyn, and was directed by Ed Bye. The show gained a cult following over time and has been broadcast internationally. The series explores themes of isolation, friendship, and survival through comedic storytelling set against the backdrop of deep space. Episodes can be found through various streaming platforms including Plex.
Should you watch it?
“The last human alive wanders deep space aboard a mining ship with his unlikely companions.”
- unique premise
- character-driven humor
- limited setting
Watch it if you enjoy science fiction stories centered on the last human in the universe.
The series features themes of isolation and space exploration.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 6 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 The End Feb 15, 1988
- E2 Future Echoes Feb 22, 1988
- E3 Balance of Power Feb 29, 1988
- E4 Waiting for God Mar 7, 1988
- E5 Confidence & Paranoia Mar 14, 1988
- E6 Me² Mar 21, 1988
Season 2 · 6 episodes
- E1 Kryten Sep 6, 1988
- E2 Better Than Life Sep 13, 1988
- E3 Thanks for the Memory Sep 20, 1988
- E4 Stasis Leak Sep 27, 1988
- E5 Queeg Oct 4, 1988
- E6 Parallel Universe Oct 11, 1988
Season 3 · 6 episodes
- E1 Backwards Nov 14, 1989
- E2 Marooned Nov 21, 1989
- E3 Polymorph Nov 28, 1989
- E4 Bodyswap Dec 5, 1989
- E5 Timeslides Dec 12, 1989
- E6 The Last Day Dec 19, 1989
Season 4 · 6 episodes
- E1 Camille Feb 14, 1991
- E2 D.N.A. Feb 21, 1991
- E3 Justice Feb 28, 1991
- E4 White Hole Mar 7, 1991
- E5 Dimension Jump Mar 14, 1991
- E6 Meltdown Mar 21, 1991
Season 5 · 6 episodes
- E1 Holoship Feb 20, 1992
- E2 The Inquisitor Feb 27, 1992
- E3 Terrorform Mar 5, 1992
- E4 Quarantine Mar 12, 1992
- E5 Demons & Angels Mar 19, 1992
- E6 Back to Reality Mar 26, 1992
Frequently asked questions
What is the premise of the show?
The series follows the last human alive and his friends stranded in deep space.
Where does the show take place?
The story is set on a mining ship called Red Dwarf.
How far into the future is the show set?
The characters are stranded three million years into deep space.
Who are the characters?
The show focuses on the last human alive and his friends.
What is the genre?
It is a science fiction series featuring adventures in deep space.