Tekwar

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  • TV-14
  • 1994
  • 2 Seasons
  • 6.4  (707)

Tekwar is a science fiction television series that first aired in 1994 and ran for four seasons until its cancellation in 1996. The show was produced by Alliance Entertainment and starred a cast of well-known actors such as William Shatner, Greg Evigan, Maria del Mar, Maurice Dean Wint, Eugene Clark, Natalie Radford, Lexa Doig, and Torri Higginson.

The show is set in the future, where humanity has embraced technology to the point where society is heavily dependent on cutting-edge computer systems and advanced artificial intelligence. However, the widespread use of these technologies has led to new problems, such as addiction to virtual reality simulations and the emergence of dangerous new forms of crime that are difficult to combat with traditional law enforcement methods.

The show's main character, Jake Cardigan (played by Greg Evigan), is a former police officer who was wrongly convicted of dealing in an illegal mind-altering drug called "tek" and spent years in cryogenic suspension as a result. After being released from cryosleep, Jake finds himself living in a world that has drastically changed since he was last awake.

Together with his old friend and partner, Sid Gomez (played by Maurice Dean Wint), Jake sets out to clear his name and track down the person responsible for framing him. Along the way, they encounter a variety of other characters, both friend and foe, who help or hinder their investigations.

One of the key supporting characters in Tekwar is Walter Bascom, played by William Shatner. Walter is an eccentric millionaire who funds Jake's investigations and provides him with advanced technology to help him solve cases. Despite his wealth and influence, Walter is not above getting his hands dirty and assisting Jake in the field when necessary.

Maria del Mar plays the character of Beth Kittridge, a cybersecurity expert who becomes Jake's love interest throughout the show. Beth is a talented hacker who uses her skills to help Jake unravel the mysteries surrounding his past, as well as protect him from those who would seek to harm him.

Throughout Tekwar, the series explores a number of themes related to technology and its effects on society. The show's creators drew inspiration from a variety of sources, including classic science fiction novels such as Neuromancer by William Gibson, as well as contemporary issues related to the rise of the internet and the spread of computer viruses and other digital threats.

Tekwar also features a number of exciting action sequences and visual effects, many of which were state-of-the-art for the time. The show's use of virtual reality simulations and advanced computer systems was particularly impressive, and helped to create a compelling vision of a future where technology has become an integral part of everyday life.

Despite its popularity and critical acclaim, Tekwar was ultimately cancelled after four seasons due to low ratings. However, the show remains a beloved cult classic among fans of science fiction and is remembered for its innovative use of technology and its memorable cast of characters.

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Betrayal
18. Betrayal
February 9, 1996
It becomes apparent to Bascom that there is a security leak at Cosmos and he seeks outside help to identify the leak. Jake becomes the number one suspect, especially after the outside help is found murdered.
Redemption
17. Redemption
February 2, 1996
convicts take control of the cryogenic facility and they take Jake as one of their hostages. A fail safe plan in the computer threatens to kill them all unless Jake can find a way to save everyone.
Skin Deep
16. Skin Deep
January 26, 1996
Jake is framed for the murder of an ex-girlfriend and enlists Sam's help and together they work to prove his innocence.
The Gate
15. The Gate
January 19, 1996
Jake discovers that there is a computer program that drains the minds of trapped people to run itself. Jake goes into the alternate reality to save the hostages, hoping he can find a way out for all of them.
Forget Me Not
14. Forget Me Not
June 30, 1995
Jake finds himself alone in an alley beaten and bruised with some memory loss. It is discovered that memories were taken from Jake and that he must recover them or he will die.
Zero Tolerance
13. Zero Tolerance
June 16, 1995
Peter and his sister, Rachel have discovered a potion that kills those who have used Tek. They contact Jake to join their movement as they feel he has made progress in the war.
Cyberhunt
12. Cyberhunt
June 16, 1995
Nika gets herself into trouble when she hacks into cyberspace to find hidden bullion as favor to an old friend. Jake must intervene to rescue her from the law, the underworld and even the bullion.
Deep Cover
11. Deep Cover
June 9, 1995
Jake finds himself getting a new partner, Sam Houston and her first assignment is to infiltrate the Del Amo organization.
Carlotta's Room
10. Carlotta's Room
April 12, 1995
When a politician turns up dead, Jake must find out what happened to him and the truth about his lover, Carlotta.
Deadline
9. Deadline
April 5, 1995
When Lieutenant Winger, an android, is attacked and his CRU (Cortical Relay Unit) is stolen, he finds himself needing the help of his biggest adversary, Jake.
Chill Factor
8. Chill Factor
March 29, 1995
Convicts take control of the cryogenic facility and they take Jake as one of their hostages. A fail safe plan in the computer threatens to kill them all unless Jake can find a way to save everyone.
Killer Instinct
7. Killer Instinct
March 8, 1995
When a cop is killed by a seemingly innocent and good teenage boy, Jake and Sid begin looking into reasons why this might have happened.
Alter Ego
6. Alter Ego
March 1, 1995
Miles Connor, a Tek Lord that was caught and imprisoned in a cryogenic state, seems to have re-appeared and is seeking revenge on those that put him away… including Jake and Sid.
Stay of Execution
5. Stay of Execution
January 18, 1995
Alec Seeger takes control of Weathercon, making demands and threats. Jake is recruited to help and is partnered with an old partner of Alex's, Lianna.
Promises to Keep
4. Promises to Keep
January 11, 1995
Tom Weston went into hiding because he was making progress on a cure for Tek addiction. When he returns from the dead to reclaim his lost love, Jake must make the ultimate sacrifice.
Tek Posse
3. Tek Posse
January 4, 1995
Jake is enticed by John Grant and his newly formed team the "Tek Posse". This is a group of men that operate above the law and have the best tools, including a prototype mind prober. On the first mission, Jake begins to doubt his decision to leave Cosmos.
Unknown Soldier
2. Unknown Soldier
December 28, 1994
When Electra helps Jake in a fight, he decides to assist her in getting a job at Cosmo. Jake is unaware that Electra is an enhanced "X-Class" soldier and moonlights as an assassin. Her current target is Jake's boss and friend, Walter Bascom.
Sellout
1. Sellout
December 21, 1994
Beth Kittridge is hired by Marty Dollar to find a way to make Tek non-addictive. Beth soon discovers that he is planning on lacing the music players with the main ingredient in Tek so he can sell these players creating millions of new addicts.
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  • Premiere Date
    January 24, 1994
  • IMDB Rating
    6.4  (707)
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