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The Visitor 1997

Status
Ended
First Aired
September 19, 1997
Last Aired
January 16, 1998
Format
1 season · 13 eps
Total Runtime
~13 hours (60 min/ep)
Created By
Dean Devlin
Network
FOX
★ TMDB users: 6.4/10 from 11 votes Drama 1 seasons · 13 eps Ended
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What is The Visitor?

The Visitor is a science fiction television series that aired on the Fox network from 1997 to 1998. The program was created by Roland Emmerich and Dean Devlin.

Type
TV series
Year
1997
Status
Ended
Episodes
13
Runtime
60 minutes
First aired
Sep 19, 1997
Last aired
Jan 16, 1998
Original language
EN
Origin
US
Networks
FOX
Genres
Drama
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★ TMDB users: 6.4/10 from 11 votes
Format
1 season · 13 episodes
Episode runtime
~60 minutes
Status
Ended
Network
FOX
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The Visitor is a science fiction television series that aired on the Fox network from 1997 to 1998. The program was created by Roland Emmerich and Dean Devlin. The series features actor John Corbett in the lead role of Adam McArthur. The narrative follows the character of Adam McArthur, who was abducted by extraterrestrials fifty years prior to the events of the series. After being held for five decades, McArthur manages to escape and returns to Earth. Upon his arrival back on the planet, he assumes the mission of helping to improve life for humanity. The show explores his experiences following his long absence and his efforts to assist the human race. As a production, the series reflects the creative vision of Emmerich and Devlin during its tenure on Fox. The story centers on the protagonist's unique perspective and his integration back into society after his time spent away from Earth. These core elements define the premise of the program throughout its broadcast run in the late 1990s.

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“An abductee returns to Earth after fifty years to help humanity.”

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  • created by roland emmerich and dean devlin
  • stars john corbett
Keep in mind
  • short run on fox from 1997 to 1998

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Who created The Visitor?

The series was created by Roland Emmerich and Dean Devlin.

When did the show air?

It aired on Fox from 1997 to 1998.

Who stars in the series?

It starred John Corbett as Adam McArthur.

What is the main character's name?

The main character is Adam McArthur.

What is the premise of the show?

Adam McArthur was abducted by extraterrestrials and escapes back to Earth to help improve life for humanity.

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