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Thunderbirds: Specials

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41 episodes

Special installments of the series.

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  1. 1 The Beginning 7m
  2. 2 The Machines 10m A short compilation film produced by Carlton International as an introduction to the vehicles and craft of International Rescue, hosted by Brains.
  3. 3 The Tracy Family 15m A short compilation film produced by Carlton International as an introduction to the characters in Thunderbirds, hosted by Brains.
  4. 4 Lady Penelope and Parker 14m A short special produced by Carlton International as an introduction to the key characters, Lady Penelope and Parker, hosted by Brains.
  5. 5 The Secrets 14m Extract from 'The Brains Behind Thunderbirds'.
  6. 6 The Making of Thunderbirds 3m A short documentary filmed in the mid-1960s offering a behind-the-scenes look at the series’ production. Includes black and white behind-the-scenes shots from the original production.
  7. 7 LyonsMaid Commercial 1m
  8. 8 Kellogg's Sugar Smacks Commercial 1m
  9. 9 The Brains Behind Thunderbirds Sep 11, 1999 · 50m In the course of the hour-long documentary, the viewer is introduced to each of International Rescue's gadget-tastic vehicles. There's the 15,000 mph Thunderbird 1 rocket piloted by Scott…
  10. 10 The Characters 50m
  11. 11 Episode 11 Jan 1, 1966 · 50m
  12. 12 Thunderbirds Jul 23, 2004 · 50m Dangerous missions are the bread and butter of the Thunderbirds, a high-tech secret force employed by the government. Led by Jeff Tracy (Bill Paxton), the Thunderbirds are at the top of…
  13. 13 Introducing Thunderbirds 50m In this story set before the first episode of the television series, Lady Penelope and Parker head to Tracy Island in order to discover more about International Rescue. There, they witness…
  14. 14 The Abominable Snowman 50m When reports come in from the Himalayas of kidnappings by the Abominable Snowman, International Rescue sends Lady Penelope to investigate. She soon finds herself a prisoner of The Hood…
  15. 15 The Stately Homes Robberies 50m Stately homes across England are being targeted for their precious jewel collections. The villains will stop at nothing to complete their task. Their next victim? Lady Penelope. Can she…
  16. 16 Thunderbirds 1965 (50th Anniversary Episodes Documentary) Mar 5, 2016 · 50m Behind the scenes of the production of three new episodes of the classic television show Thunderbirds - exactly the way it was done in the 60s! The team behind the Thunderbirds 50th…
  17. 17 Introducing Thunderbirds Mar 9, 2016 · 50m Lady Penelope and Parker head to the elusive Tracy Island in order to discover more about International Rescue. There, they witness the Thunderbird craft in action for the very first time.
  18. 18 Launching Thunderbirds Jun 9, 2015 · 45m Archival interviews with Gerry Anderson and others on the production of the show
  19. 46 Before Thunderbirds Were Go: A Profile Of Gerry Anderson Sep 1, 1965 · 13m History of the Thunderbirds narrated by creator Gerry Anderson.
  20. 47 Interview With Gerry Anderson (Play All) Sep 1, 1965 · 10m Full interview of Gerry Anderson.
  21. 48 Interview With Gerry Anderson (On His Creative Philosophy) Sep 1, 1965 · 1m Interview with Gerry Anderson about his creative philosophy.
  22. 49 Interview With Gerry Anderson (On Compelling TV) Sep 1, 1965 · 1m Interview with Gerry Anderson about compelling TV.
  23. 50 Interview With Gerry Anderson (On Cold War Storylines) Sep 1, 1965 · 1m Interview with Gerry Anderson about his Cold War story lines.
  24. 51 Interview With Gerry Anderson (On His Toughest Obstacle) Sep 1, 1965 · 1m Interview with Gerry Anderson about his toughest obstacles.
  25. 52 Interview With Gerry Anderson (On DVD Technology) Sep 1, 1965 · 2m Interview with Gerry Anderson about DVD technology.
  26. 53 Interview With Gerry Anderson (On Stanley Kubrick) Sep 1, 1965 · 1m Interview with Gerry Anderson about Stanley Kubrick.
  27. 54 Interview With Gerry Anderson (A Message To His American Fans) Sep 1, 1965 · 1m Interview with Gerry Anderson and his message to his American fans.
  28. 55 The Thunderbirds Companion Jul 19, 2004 · 54m Expanding on 'The Brains Behind Thunderbirds', this version adds additional extended footage and interviews with Gerry Anderson, David Graham, Bob Bell, John Blundall, Mary Turner and Alan…
  29. 56 Fabblebox Jul 24, 2004 An all-new mini Supermarionation adventure featuring Lady Penelope and Parker
  30. 57 Thunderbirds Rebooted Feb 16, 2026 A brand-new documentary exploring the many reboot attempts across different formats and generations.
  31. 58 Nosey Parker is Go! Feb 18, 2026 An exclusive new HD remaster of the classic fan tribute comedy short now with newly recorded dialogue from David Graham.
  32. 59 Thunderbirds: FAB at 60 Feb 21, 2026 A brand-new feature documentary celebrating the legacy and global impact of Thunderbirds featuring interviews with actors, filmmakers and fans.
  33. 60 Great Disasters Feb 25, 2026 A 1995 compilation tape celebrating the 30th anniversary of Thunderbirds showcasing International Rescue’s most challenging disasters. Featuring new technical data and narration by…
  34. 61 Great Rescues Feb 28, 2026 A second 1995 compilation celebrating the 30th anniversary of Thunderbirds highlighting International Rescue’s most daring missions. Featuring new technical data and narration by…
  35. 62 Talking Thunderbirds Mar 4, 2026 A collection of archive interviews with crew from the original show focusing on their respective departments and giving a glimpse behind the scenes of the production.
  36. 63 All About Thunderbirds Mar 7, 2026 A 2008 behind-the-scenes documentary that explores the creation, legacy and impact of the classic Supermarionation series. Aired as part of BBC Four’s Thunderbirds Night, it was directed…
  37. 64 Thunderbirds in Concert Mar 11, 2026 A collection of Thunderbirds music as composed by Barry Gray and played by a full orchestra. Taken from the 2024 concert, Stand By For Action! 2 which took place at Symphony Hall…
  38. 65 Thunderbirds Century 21 Tech Talks Mar 14, 2026 A collection of technical videos examining the technology of International Rescue hosted by resident genius Brains and Jeff Tracy
  39. 66 The Thunderbirds Companion Mar 18, 2026 A UK DVD special produced by Carlton International as an introduction to the series hosted by Brains. Includes interviews with key creators including Gerry Anderson and David Graham.
  40. 67 Thunderbirds Vintage Trailers and Adverts Mar 21, 2026 A collection of vintage adverts and promotional videos for the show and its related merchandise throughout the years.
  41. 68 Brains is Dead Mar 25, 2026 A Thunderbirds fan-favourite comic story from the pages of TV21. Now adapted into a full-cast audio drama, experience the gripping adventure of International Rescue’s greatest battle…