---
title: "Yesterday's Target"
year: 1996
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/yesterday-s-target-1996"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 135119
imdb_id: "tt0118205"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 79
community_rating: 4.0
vote_count: 17
content_rating: "R"
---

# Yesterday's Target (1996) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/yesterday-s-target-1996

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Yesterday's Target is a 1996 television movie directed by Barry Samson that blends science fiction with action elements. The plot follows three individuals who have traveled from the future to the past, only to find themselves separated and suffering from memory loss while being pursued by assassins. The film explores the challenges faced by these super-powered protagonists as they attempt to navigate their environment while their identities and origins remain obscured.

As a mid-nineties production, the film reflects the era's interest in time-travel narratives and high-concept television storytelling. With a runtime of 79 minutes, it maintains a focused pace, prioritizing the immediate threats facing the characters. It serves as a representative example of the genre-focused TV movie format common during that decade, emphasizing character-driven stakes within a constrained temporal setting.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Three time-travelers with special powers struggle to survive while stranded in the past."

### Why Watch
- Features a high-stakes premise involving assassins and time-travelers
- Explores the consequences of memory loss within a science fiction framework
- Showcases a narrative centered on characters with unique special powers

### Caveats & Content Note
- The film has a relatively short runtime of one hour and nineteen minutes
- Tone & Suitability: This is a fast-paced science fiction action film with a tone typical of mid-nineties television movies.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: #1990s-sci-fi, #time-travel-thriller, #amnesia-plot, #tv-movie, #action-adventure

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | The CW, Fawesome | Amazon Video |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | Tubi TV | Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | Tubi TV | None |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | Tubi TV | Amazon Video |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Barry Samson
- **Networks / Studios**: IRS Media

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Daniel Baldwin** as *Paul Harper*
- **Stacy Haiduk** as *Jessica Harper*
- **T.K. Carter** as *Carter*
- **Richard Herd** as *Aaron Winfield*
- **LeVar Burton** as *Winstrom*
- **Malcolm McDowell** as *Holden*
- **Frank Birney** as *Motel Manager*
- **Trevor Goddard** as *Agent Riggs*
- **Lucille Soong** as *Dr. Kang*
- **Iqbal Theba** as *Dr. Patel*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream Yesterday's Target?
The film is available to watch on the Plex streaming platform.

### Q: Is this film worth watching?
It is worth watching if you are interested in 1990s science fiction action movies and stories involving time-travelers.

### Q: How long does it take to watch?
The film has a total runtime of one hour and nineteen minutes.

### Q: Are there essential episodes to watch before this?
No, Yesterday's Target is a standalone television movie and does not require viewing other episodes.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Yesterday's Target — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/135119)
- [Where to Watch Yesterday's Target (1996) Online](https://watch.plex.tv/movie/yesterdays-target)
- [프라임 비디오: Yesterday's Target](https://www.primevideo.com/detail/0GDP323WTVRPUI1709BIMDKGBW)

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