Rocky Jones, Space Ranger was a syndicated science fiction television serial originally broadcast in 1954. The show lasted for only two seasons and, though syndicated sporadically, dropped into obscurity. But because it was recorded on film rather than being broadcast live as were most other TV space operas of the day, it has survived in reasonably good condition. The film format also allowed more elaborate special effects and sets, exterior scenes and much better continuity.
The program was aimed mainly at children, so the plots were simple and always involved good versus evil and Rocky Jones outsmarting or outfighting the bad guys. By today’s standards for television science fiction, the Rocky Jones serials seem crude and simplistic. But for its time, years before men first journeyed into space, the sets, props, and optical effects were remarkably well done. Indeed, many of the effects that became standard sci-fi fare, such as the forward view screen and automatically opening doors were seen first on Rocky Jones.
It was just great to see this series again.I havn’t seen Rocky Jones for over fifty years.This was a nite for me to sit back and enjoy my youth again…..Tom Yerian…..Thank You
I was only 14 in 1954. These shows and similar (Tom Corbett, Space Cadet) were very simplistic by today’s standards, but were great at the time. Rocky jones was actually inovative
great, before my time but i enjoyed them…all 3 episodes.