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Blue Thunder (1984–1984) — action · adventure on ABC
About Blue Thunder
Blue Thunder ended on April 16, 1984, after its first season on ABC. The show was based on the action-packed film of the same name and aired in 1984. It focused on a high-tech, turbo-speed aircraft created by the federal government as the ultimate weapon in the war on crime. The aircraft, known as Blue Thunder, could see through walls, record whispers, and level entire city blocks in seconds. The series depicted the aircraft's missions and the team behind its operation, showcasing a mix of action, adventure, and technological innovation. Blue Thunder was a 1984 action and adventure series that starred James Farentino, Dana Carvey, Dick Butkus, Bubba Smith, Sandy McPeak, and Ann Cooper. The cast played characters involved in law enforcement and military operations using the Blue Thunder aircraft. The show ran for one season, with episodes that highlighted their efforts to fight crime and terrorism using advanced technology and aerial tactics. The series was 60 minutes per episode, providing a mix of high-speed chases and dramatic confrontations.
Blue Thunder episode schedule
11 aired
Aired · 11
| Date | Ep. | Title |
|---|---|---|
| April 16, 1984 | S1·E11 | The Island |
| March 23, 1984 | S1·E10 | Godchild |
| March 16, 1984 | S1·E9 | The Long Flight |
| March 9, 1984 | S1·E8 | Payload |
| March 2, 1984 | S1·E7 | Clipped Wings |
| February 24, 1984 | S1·E6 | Skydiver |
| February 3, 1984 | S1·E5 | Trojan Horse |
| January 27, 1984 | S1·E4 | Revenge in the Sky |
| January 20, 1984 | S1·E3 | Arms Race |
| January 13, 1984 | S1·E2 | A Clear and Present Danger |
| January 6, 1984 | S1·E1 | Second Thunder |