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While we're reimagining old shows, let's remake The Starlost

While we're reimagining old shows, let's remake The Starlost

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Rob Archer
Apr 19, 2021
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There was a science fiction TV show that aired in 1973. It was terrible. 

The Starlost started life well. Harlan Ellison, accounted by science fiction literati (sfliterati?) as a genius, conceived the idea for the show. He wrote the pilot script and outlines for several episodes. Ben Bova, no slouch either, was brought in as the science consultant. Ellis…

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