Series synopsis
Swamp Thing is an American mystery sci-fi & fantasy drama television series that premiered on USA Network on July 27, 1990. It ended on May 1, 1993. It was created by Joseph Stefano. It stars Dick Durock, Mark Lindsay Chapman, Kari Wührer and Scott Garrison.
Swamp Thing: The Series, is a science fiction, action/adventure television series based on the DC Comics character Swamp Thing. It debuted on USA Network on July 27, 1990 and lasted three seasons for a total of 72 episodes. It was later shown in reruns on the Sci Fi Channel.
Premise
Swamp Thing: The Series, is a science fiction, action/adventure television series based on the DC Comics character Swamp Thing. It debuted on USA Network on July 27, 1990 and lasted three seasons for a total of 72 episodes. It was later shown in reruns on the Sci Fi Channel.
Premise: Force of nature.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
Guest cast
- Larry Manetti
- Marc Macaulay as Sheriff Andrews
- Cynthia Garris as Eleanor
- Kevin Corrigan as Buckholt
- Janet Julian as Dr. Ann Fisk
- Allison McKay as Dr. Williams
- Bob Sokoler as Newsperson
- Carla Kneeland as Arcane's Vogue Date
- Rob Richards as Rick Morrison
Episodes
This series spans 3 seasons with 72 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 22 | July 27, 1990 | April 5, 1991 |
| Season 2 | 11 | January 3, 1992 | March 20, 1992 |
| Season 3 | 39 | July 10, 1992 | May 1, 1993 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
The Emerald Heart 11-year-old Jim Kipp and his mother, Tressa are spending some time at her mom's house in the swamps of Houma. Jim is introduced to the mysteries and the danger of the swamp while Tressa struggles to bond with Jim. |
July 27, 1990 |
| 2 |
The Living Image Dr. Arcane attempts once again to obtain the bio-restorative formula from the Swamp Thing. However, this time Arcane has a helper, and the Swamp Thing knows her as his late wife, Linda Holland. |
September 7, 1990 |
| 3 |
The Death of Dr. Arcane Arcane has unleashed his latest mutant monster into the swamp to eat everything it sees and if this test trial works, then more will be released. To ensure that the Swamp Thing does not interfere, he takes a hostage and bargains for immunity. |
September 14, 1990 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Night of the Dying Arcane is possessed by evil spirits when he tries to practice voodoo. |
January 3, 1992 |
| 2 |
Love Lost The Swamp Thing is struggling to remain hopeful that he will be human again. Someone from the past comes to visit him, using Will to guide her to him. Only Will does not believe that she is who she says she is, and he is about to learn who he can and cannot trust. |
January 10, 1992 |
| 3 |
Mist Demeanor When a killer mist emerges from the swamp and invades Houma, the Swamp Thing and Arcane must team up to try to stop it before it decimates the whole town. Meanwhile, Will and Abigail race to warn the town. |
January 17, 1992 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Dead and Married Will finds a car in the swamp, and attached are two married ghosts and their remains. The search for their killer, who just might be an old acquaintance of theirs, begins with the help of Will and the Swamp Thing. |
July 10, 1992 |
| 2 |
Powers of Darkness Dorian is an emotionally troubled teenager. He befriends Will, who begins to discover his troubled home life. Will and the Swamp Thing begin to try to help Dorian but there is one catch: Dorian could also be a vampire. |
July 17, 1992 |
| 3 |
Special Request Still fruitlessly searching for her missing son Jim, Tressa is diverted when she hears the voice of her former boyfriend, a radio jockey from the 70's. Tressa begins a second hunt for answers, as she discovers what really happened when her boyfriend disappeared 18 years ago, guided by his voice from the grave. |
July 24, 1992 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | USA Network |
|---|---|
| First aired | July 27, 1990 |
| Last aired | May 1, 1993 |
| Runtime | 30 minutes |
| Status | ended |
| Schedule | Friday at 09:00:00 |