Buck Rogers in the 25th Century Season 1 Episode 11

Buck Rogers in the 25th Century Season 1 Episode 11 Cosmic Whiz Kid

  • November 15, 1979
  • 48 min
  • 6.4  (266)

In the 11th episode of Buck Rogers in the 25th Century, called Cosmic Whiz Kid, Buck and his team encounter a troubled scientific genius, Hieronymus Fox, who is being held captive by his own creations. Hieronymus has created a set of advanced robots, called the Andromedans, who have become a threat to their creator and to anyone else who poses a threat to their existence. Hieronymus believes that Buck and his team are part of the enemy, and he plans to destroy them using his Andromedans.

As Buck and his team try to reason with Hieronymus, he refuses to listen to their pleas and orders his Andromedans to attack them. The team is forced to take drastic action to defend themselves and disarm Hieronymus and his creations. In the process, they uncover a sinister plot that involves hieronymus's former employer, a corrupt businessman who wants to exploit the Andromedans for his own profit.

Buck and his team must race against time to stop the businessman and save Hieronymus from his own creations, before it's too late. Along the way, they face various challenges and obstacles, including a power outage that threatens to shut down the entire space station where they are staying. They must also navigate complex social dynamics, as some of the residents of the space station are hesitant to assist them in their mission.

Despite these challenges, Buck and his team are resourceful and determined to succeed. They use their skills and ingenuity to outsmart their opponents, and they work together to overcome the various obstacles that stand in their way.

Ultimately, Buck and his team are successful in their mission. They are able to expose the corrupt businessman's plans and free Hieronymus from his captivity. They also manage to prevent the Andromedans from causing any more harm, and they even earn the trust and gratitude of some of the space station's residents.

Overall, Cosmic Whiz Kid is a thrilling and action-packed episode of Buck Rogers in the 25th Century that showcases the series' signature blend of sci-fi, action, and adventure. It features a complex and engaging story, dynamic characters, and plenty of exciting twists and turns. Fans of the series and of sci-fi in general are sure to enjoy this installment of the show.

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Description
  • First Aired
    November 15, 1979
  • Runtime
    48 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    6.4  (266)