Toy Soldiers
Summary West discovers that his brother has enlisted in the Corps and is serving under a gung ho lieutenant determined to make a name for himself as a soldier. Our Take A solidly built episode with more hits than misses.…
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The Angriest Angel (2)
Summary Conclusion. McQueen takes on what could be a suicide mission: find and destroy a seemingly invincible Chig superbomber. Our Take Very good, not the series’ peak, but an hour that reminds you why Space: Above and Beyond works.
Never No More (1)
Summary Part 1 of two. Shane risks her life when she volunteers to fight with another squadron, led by a former boyfriend, against an enemy spacecraft. Our Take A strong episode with a couple of wobbles, but Space: Above and…
Level of Necessity
Summary Damphousse experiences a premonition that saves the lives of the 58th—and attracts the attention of a mysterious military branch that wants to exploit her apparent “powers.” Our Take A carefully constructed episode with more hits than misses. Worth your…
Who Monitors the Birds?
Summary Hawkes is stranded on an alien world when he accepts an assassination assignment that’s supposed to buy him an immediate Honorable Discharge from the Marines. Our Take Fine. Just fine. Space: Above and Beyond has better hours than this…
The River of Stars
Summary Christmas Eve finds the 58th in dire straits: its transport vehicle is hurtling uncontrolled into enemy territory. Our Take Solid, satisfying television. The season’s engine keeps turning and the character work pays.
Stay with the Dead
Summary A failed mission on an embattled planet leaves Nathan suffering from head trauma and the rest of the 58th presumed dead. Our Take A mixed bag: some good moves, some filler. Space: Above and Beyond running at cruising speed.
Choice or Chance (2)
Summary The Marines are captured by Silicates after crash landing in the Cerus System, and are jailed until McQueen and Cooper can rig a radio to call the Saratoga. Our Take A strong episode with a couple of wobbles, but…
Hostile Visit (1)
Summary A commandeered alien ship provides the 58th with information about a Chig outpost, giving Earth forces an opportunity for a Trojan horse attack against the enemy. Our Take Very good, not the series’ peak, but an hour that reminds…
The Enemy
Summary A supply mission goes awry, leaving the 58th stranded in alien territory and suffering from the effects of a mysterious Chig weapon. Our Take A well made episode with more hits than misses. Worth your time.