Series synopsis
Birdman and the Galaxy Trio is an American sci-fi & fantasy animation television series that premiered on NBC on September 9, 1967. It ended on January 20, 1968. It stars Keith Andes, Don Messick, Dick Beals and Virginia Eiler.
Granted the power and wings of an eagle by high priests, Birdman defends the rights of mankind across the universe accompanied by his constant companion, an eagle named Avenger.
Premise
Granted the power and wings of an eagle by high priests, Birdman defends the rights of mankind across the universe accompanied by his constant companion, an eagle named Avenger.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Keith Andes as Birdman (voice)
- Don Messick as Falcon 7 / Vapor Man (voice)
- Dick Beals as Birdboy (voice)
- Virginia Eiler as Gravity Girl (voice)
- Ted Cassidy as Meteor Man (voice)
- John Stephenson as Number One (voice)
Guest cast
- Keye Luke
- Thurl Ravenscroft
- June Foray as Medusa (voice)
Episodes
This series spans 2 seasons with 62 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 0 | 2 | ||
| Season 1 | 60 | September 9, 1967 | January 20, 1968 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Intro | |
| 2 | The Forgotten Hero |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
X the Eliminator X the Eliminator is hired by the criminal agency F.E.A.R. to destroy Birdman, and to retrieve the crest from his helmet as proof. |
September 9, 1967 |
| 2 |
Revolt of the Robots The Galaxy Trio receives an S.O.S. from the planet Orbus-4, where the robot servants have revolted. |
September 9, 1967 |
| 3 |
Morto the Marauder The evil genius Morto escapes from prison in a bullet-proof suit of armor. |
September 9, 1967 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | NBC |
|---|---|
| First aired | September 9, 1967 |
| Last aired | January 20, 1968 |
| Runtime | 8 minutes |
| Status | ended |
| Schedule | Saturday |