Marvel Comics The Incredible Hulk Season 1 Episode 8

Marvel Comics The Incredible Hulk Season 1 Episode 8 Fantastic Fortitude

  • November 10, 1996
  • 20 min
  •   (109)

The Incredible Hulk, based on the iconic Marvel comic book character, follows the adventures of Bruce Banner (played by Bill Bixby), a brilliant scientist who, after an accident involving gamma radiation, transforms into a powerful, green-skinned behemoth known as the Hulk (played by bodybuilder Lou Ferrigno). Season 1, episode 8, entitled Fantastic Fortitude, finds Bruce and the Hulk once again embroiled in a dangerous situation, this time involving a ruthless businessman and his quest for an experimental military weapon.

The episode opens with Bruce and the Hulk on the run from the authorities, who are hot on their trail after a recent incident in which the Hulk caused significant damage to a military base. As they make their way through the city, Bruce receives a message from an old friend, Dr. David Klaussen. Dr. Klaussen, a brilliant scientist who specializes in experimental weaponry, explains that his recent invention, the Fortitude Cannon, has been stolen by a powerful businessman named Arnold Brock. Brock, Klaussen reveals, intends to use the weapon for his own personal gain, regardless of the potential consequences.

Bruce knows that he must act quickly to prevent Brock from using the Fortitude Cannon, and he hatches a plan to infiltrate Brock's heavily guarded compound to recover the weapon. As he strategizes, however, he begins to experience more frequent and intense transformations into the Hulk, a sign that his condition is worsening. Despite this, he is undeterred, and he sets out to put his plan into action.

Once at the compound, Bruce encounters a host of obstacles, including trained guards, vicious dogs, and advanced security systems. Luckily, he is able to use his intelligence and resourcefulness to outsmart these obstacles, and he is able to make his way deeper into the compound. Along the way, he discovers that Brock is not alone in his quest for the Fortitude Cannon; he is working with a mysterious organization that has its own agenda.

As Bruce gets closer to the weapon, he is confronted by Brock himself, who reveals that he has been working with the organization in order to gain power and influence. Brock challenges Bruce to a one-on-one fight, knowing that the Hulk will be the only thing standing in his way. Bruce knows that he cannot allow Brock to gain control of the Fortitude Cannon, and he transforms into the Hulk for the epic battle that follows.

The fight is brutal and intense, with both the Hulk and Brock demonstrating tremendous strength and resilience. Ultimately, however, the Hulk emerges victorious, and he is able to recover the Fortitude Cannon and deliver it safely to Dr. Klaussen. The episode ends with Bruce and the Hulk going their separate ways, both aware that their incredible strength and abilities are both a gift and a curse.

Marvel Comics The Incredible Hulk season 1 episode 8, Fantastic Fortitude, is a thrilling and action-packed installment in this beloved series. With its intriguing plot, well-developed characters, and stunning special effects, it is sure to keep audiences on the edge of their seats from start to finish. Whether you are a longtime fan of the Hulk or simply a fan of great superhero storytelling, this episode is not to be missed.

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Description
  • First Aired
    November 10, 1996
  • Runtime
    20 min
  • Language
    English