Space Patrol
Created by Hans Gottschalk, Rolf Honold
On Das Erste
An early space-adventure series built on alien conflict and exploration, with the earnest optimism and visual spectacle of 1960s European sci-fi.
Raumpatrouille – Die phantastischen Abenteuer des Raumschiffes Orion, also known as Raumpatrouille Orion, and Space Patrol Orion in English, was the first German science fiction television series. Its seven episodes were broadcast by ARD beginning September 17, 1966 six years before Star Trek first aired in West Germany. Being a huge success with several reruns audience ratings went up to 56%. Over the years, the series acquired a distinct cult status in Germany.
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Like Space Patrol
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as Space Patrol
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Space Patrol, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Space Patrol, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Space Patrol, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
