They Came From Outer Space

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  • 1990
  • 1 Season
  • 6.7  (178)

They Came From Outer Space is a sci-fi comedy television series from NBCU TV that aired from 1990 to 1991. Starring Dean Cameron and Stuart Fratkin, the show follows the story of two aliens who have crashed landed on Earth and are trying to fit into human society.

The show begins with the two aliens, Hotchkiss and Winky, landing their spaceship on Earth. They are met by a group of humans who mistake them for being injured in a car accident. Hotchkiss and Winky quickly realize that they need to blend in with humans to avoid being detected by authorities. They decide to take on the identities of two deceased humans, Buzz and Skip, and settle into their new lives.

One of the key themes of the show is the rapidly changing nature of technology during the late 80s and early 90s. Hotchkiss and Winky are amazed by the technology they find on Earth, including VCRs, microwaves, and touch-tone phones. They struggle to understand how these devices work and often misuse them, leading to comedic situations.

The show also explores the cultural differences between aliens and humans. Hotchkiss and Winky come from a planet where lying is considered a virtue, and they have a hard time understanding why humans value honesty. Additionally, they have difficulty understanding human emotions, often misinterpreting them and leading to misunderstandings.

One of the most significant challenges for Hotchkiss and Winky is their need to avoid suspicion from the authorities. They quickly find themselves on the radar of the FBI, who are convinced that the two are spies from a foreign government. The pair must use their alien technology to outsmart the FBI and avoid being captured.

Throughout the show, Hotchkiss and Winky interact with a variety of human characters, often leading to hilarious situations. They befriend a group of teenagers who are initially suspicious of the pair but eventually come to accept them. They also interact with a group of senior citizens who are fascinated by their alien technology.

Despite its comedic tone, They Came From Outer Space also touches on more serious topics. One episode focuses on the issue of racism when Hotchkiss and Winky are mistaken for being Latino and experience discrimination. Another episode deals with the issue of nuclear disarmament when the aliens use their advanced technology to prevent a nuclear war.

The show was generally well-received by audiences and critics, with many praising its lighthearted tone and clever writing. However, it failed to gain a large following and was cancelled after just one season.

In conclusion, They Came From Outer Space is a sci-fi comedy television series that explores the challenges faced by two aliens trying to fit into human society. The show deals with themes of technology, culture clash, and the need to avoid detection by authorities. While it was short-lived, it remains a cult classic among fans of the sci-fi genre.

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Seasons
Sex, Lies and UFOs, Part 2
20. Sex, Lies and UFOs, Part 2
March 19, 1991
Bo and Abe (Dean Cameron, Stuart Fratkin) think they have hit the mother lode when they are kidnapped by sex...
Sex, Lies and UFOs (1)
19. Sex, Lies and UFOs (1)
March 12, 1991
Bo and Abe (Dean Cameron, Stuart Fratkin) think they have hit the mother lode when they are kidnapped by sex...
Double Jeopardy
18. Double Jeopardy
March 5, 1991
Bo and Abe (Dean Cameron, Stuart Fratkin) open the Snoop Brothers Private Detectives Agency after deciding...
Play Doctor
17. Play Doctor
February 26, 1991
Pandemonium reigns when Bo and Abe (Dean Cameron, Stuart Fratkin) are mistaken for famous diet doctors at a...
Hair Today, Gone Tomorrow
16. Hair Today, Gone Tomorrow
February 19, 1991
The boys (Dean Cameron, Stuart Fratkin) do a stint as hair stylists at a posh salon, where the owners (Henry...
Look Who's Barking
15. Look Who's Barking
February 11, 1991
The boys (Dean Cameron, Stuart Fratkin) rescue a movie dog from its owner (Patrick Wayne), who has plans to...
Cozy Cove
14. Cozy Cove
February 4, 1991
After finding a map on the beach, the Bo and Abe search for buried treasure at a snooty yacht club.
High Five
13. High Five
January 28, 1991
Bo and Abe (Dean Cameron, Stuart Fratkin) take over a television station and make some changes.
Animal Magnetism
12. Animal Magnetism
January 21, 1991
After getting into trouble at the ice cream shop where they worked, the boys (Dean Cameron, Stuart Fratkin)...
Ads Are Us
11. Ads Are Us
January 14, 1991
Needing money as usual, the boys (Dean Cameron, Stuart Fratkin) ingratiate themselves with the head of a toy company (Ron Masak) who hires them as creative consultants.
The Legend
10. The Legend
January 7, 1991
After Abe (Stuart Fratkin) assumes the identity of a rock star, he and Bo (Dean Cameron) go to Las Vegas where...
Mr. Geek
9. Mr. Geek
December 4, 1990
The boys (Dean Cameron, Stuart Fratkin) try to help a timid wrestler (Don Gibb) impress the woman (Rose Nevin)...
Rodeo Romeos
8. Rodeo Romeos
November 20, 1990
Their search for a dentist leads Bo and Abe (Dean Cameron, Stuart Fratkin) to a wild New Mexican town and a...
Trading Faces
7. Trading Faces
November 13, 1990
Bo (Dean Cameron) gets into trouble when he finds he is the look-alike of a millionaire about to be sent to...
Tennessee Lacey
6. Tennessee Lacey
November 6, 1990
When Barker and Wilson (Allan Royal, Christopher Carroll) are offered a cash reward for capturing aliens, they...
School Fools
5. School Fools
October 30, 1990
Bo and Abe receive an education when they become the first two male students at an all girls school.
Something Personal
4. Something Personal
November 27, 1990
Bo and Abe encounter the wild side of the singles scene when they resort to finding dates from the personal...
The Beauty Contest
3. The Beauty Contest
October 16, 1990
Abe (Stuart Fratkin) falls in love after he and Bo (Dean Cameron) are asked to judge a beauty contest in a...
Undressed for Success
2. Undressed for Success
October 23, 1990
Needing money, the boys (Dean Cameron, Stuart Fratkin) get jobs at a nightclub where their boss discovers who...
Pilot
1. Pilot
October 9, 1990
Twin aliens (Dean Cameron, Stuart Fratkin) from the planet Crouton land in California looking for good times,...
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  • Premiere Date
    October 9, 1990
  • IMDB Rating
    6.7  (178)