Survivors 1975
“From global pandemic... to rebirth.”
What is Survivors?
Survivors is a television series first released in 1975. Catalogued under Drama, Sci-Fi & Fantasy.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 1975
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 38
- Runtime
- 50 minutes
- First aired
- Apr 16, 1975
- Networks
- BBC One
- Genres
- Drama, Sci-Fi & Fantasy
- Updated
How long to binge?
Estimate the schedule using 38 episodes and an average 50-minute runtime.
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Survivors is a television series first released in 1975. Catalogued under Drama, Sci-Fi & Fantasy. Status: Ended. A full overview for this page is being written and will appear here once verified against sources.
Should you watch it?
“A handful of survivors navigate a world devastated by a lethal pandemic.”
- Shows human resilience after a catastrophic plague.
- Blends drama with sci-fi world-building.
- Early television exploration of pandemic themes.
- 1970s production values may feel dated.
- Pacing can be slower compared to modern series.
Watch it if you enjoy character-driven stories about survival in a post-apocalyptic setting.
The series presents bleak, mature themes and occasional violence, making it suitable for adult viewers.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 13 episodes
- E1 The Fourth Horseman Apr 16, 1975
- E2 Genesis Apr 23, 1975
- E3 Gone Away Apr 30, 1975
- E4 Corn Dolly May 7, 1975
- E5 Gone to the Angels May 14, 1975
- E6 Garland's War May 21, 1975
- E7 Starvation Jun 4, 1975
- E8 Spoil of War Jun 11, 1975
- E9 Law and Order Jun 18, 1975
- E10 The Future Hour Jun 25, 1975
- E11 Revenge Jul 2, 1975
- E12 Something of Value Jul 9, 1975
- E13 A Beginning Jul 16, 1975
Season 2 · 13 episodes
- E1 Birth of a Hope Mar 31, 1976
- E2 Greater Love Apr 7, 1976
- E3 Lights of London (1) Apr 14, 1976
- E4 Lights of London (2) Apr 21, 1976
- E5 Face of the Tiger Apr 28, 1976
- E6 The Witch May 5, 1976
- E7 A Friend in Need May 12, 1976
- E8 By Bread Alone May 19, 1976
- E9 The Chosen May 26, 1976
- E10 Parasites Jun 2, 1976
- E11 New Arrivals Jun 9, 1976
- E12 Over the Hills Jun 16, 1976
- E13 New World Jun 23, 1976
Season 3 · 12 episodes
- E1 Manhunt Mar 16, 1977
- E2 A Little Learning Mar 23, 1977
- E3 Law of the Jungle Mar 30, 1977
- E4 Mad Dog Apr 6, 1977
- E5 Bridgehead Apr 13, 1977
- E6 Reunion Apr 20, 1977
- E7 The Peacemaker Apr 27, 1977
- E8 Sparks May 4, 1977
- E9 The Enemy May 11, 1977
- E10 The Last Laugh May 18, 1977
- E11 Long Live the King Jun 1, 1977
- E12 Power Jun 8, 1977
Frequently asked questions
When was Survivors originally broadcast?
It aired on the BBC from 1975 until 1977.
Who created the series?
Survivors was devised by Terry Nation and produced by Terence Dudley.
What is the central premise?
It follows a group of people who survive an accidentally released plague called "The Death" that wipes out most of humanity.
What genre does the show belong to?
It is a British post-apocalyptic drama with sci-fi and fantasy elements.
Where can I find more information about the series?
Details are listed on databases such as TMDB, CSFD, Kinobox, and SMS.cz.