The Wizard 1986
- Status
- Ended
- First Aired
- September 9, 1986
- Last Aired
- March 14, 1987
- Format
- 1 season · 19 eps
- Total Runtime
- ~19 hours (60 min/ep)
- Created By
- Michael Berk, Douglas Schwartz
- Network
- CBS
What is The Wizard?
The Wizard is a live-action television series. It was created by Michael Berk, Douglas Schwartz, and Paul B.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 1986
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 19
- Runtime
- 60 minutes
- First aired
- Sep 9, 1986
- Last aired
- Mar 14, 1987
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- US
- Networks
- CBS
- Genres
- Action & Adventure
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 7.0/10 from 11 votes
- Format
- 1 season · 19 episodes
- Episode runtime
- ~60 minutes
- Status
- Ended
- Network
- CBS
How long to binge?
Estimate the schedule using 19 episodes and an average 60-minute runtime.
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The Wizard is a live-action television series. It was created by Michael Berk, Douglas Schwartz, and Paul B. Radin. The series is designed to be family friendly and features elements of action and adventure. It includes lessons in various values, including diversity, friendship, imagination, respect, and perseverance. The show's creators aimed to convey these messages through its content. The series is intended for a general audience and focuses on promoting positive themes and character development.
Should you watch it?
“A live-action adventure series that blends action with lessons on friendship and perseverance.”
- Exciting action sequences for a 1980s audience
- Positive messages about diversity and perseverance
- Family-friendly tone
- Only one season aired, so the story ends quickly
Watch it if you enjoy nostalgic 80s adventure shows with wholesome themes.
Suitable for children and families, with mild action and positive moral lessons.
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Season 1 · 19 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide & lore primer →- E1 El Dorado Mytharc Sep 9, 1986
- E2 Reunion Core Sep 16, 1986
- E3 Haunting Memories Core Sep 23, 1986
- E4 Seeing is Beliveing Core Sep 30, 1986
- E5 An Inside Job Core Oct 7, 1986
- E6 Born to Run Core Oct 14, 1986
- E7 The Other Side Core Oct 21, 1986
- E8 Twist of Fate Core Oct 28, 1986
- E9 Nobody's Perfect Core Nov 8, 1986
- E10 It takes a Chimp Core Nov 15, 1986
- E11 Endangered Species Core Dec 16, 1986
- E12 Trouble in the Stars Core Dec 30, 1986
- E13 The Heart of a Dancer Core Jan 6, 1987
- E14 Never Give Up Core Jan 20, 1987
- E15 Daydream Believer Core Jan 27, 1987
- E16 Gypsies, Tramps, and Thieves Core Feb 3, 1987
- E17 The Aztec Dagger Core Feb 19, 1987
- E18 Papa Simon Mytharc Mar 5, 1987
- E19 H.E.N.R.I. 8 Mytharc Mar 14, 1987
Frequently asked questions
When did The Wizard originally air?
It aired on CBS from September 9, 1986 to March 12, 1987.
Who created the series?
The series was created by Michael Berk, Douglas Schwartz, and Paul B. Radin.
What type of show is it?
It is a live-action, family-friendly action/adventure series.
What lessons does the series emphasize?
It includes lessons in diversity, friendship, imagination, respect, and never giving up.
Is the series appropriate for children?
Yes, its tone is family-friendly with mild action and positive moral messages.
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