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  1. X Minus One

    Target One

    Thursday, December 26, 1957 · 21:00 · Ep 123

    A scientist is tasked with traveling back in time to prevent atomic warfare by assassinating Albert Einstein. The moral implications of such an act weigh heavily on him as he prepares for the mission.

    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Psychological
    • Survival
    • Sci-fi
  2. X Minus One

    Shocktroop

    Thursday, November 28, 1957 · 20:32 · Ep 120

    Commander Zeram Lassen leads a team of shock troops on a mission to control a complex macro-organism. As they struggle against extreme heat and unpredictable convulsions, they must decipher the creature's intelligence to succeed.

    • Tense
    • Survival
    • Psychological
    • Murder
    • Sci-fi
  3. X Minus One

    The Wind Is Rising

    Thursday, October 3, 1957 · 21:14 · Ep 114

    On the planet Karela, an advanced exploration team faces the terrifying reality of a windstorm that could reach catastrophic speeds. As tensions rise between the Earthmen and the native Karelins, survival becomes a pressing concern.

    • Tense
    • Survival
    • Psychological
    • Murder
    • Sci-fi
  4. X Minus One

    The Native Problem

    Thursday, September 26, 1957 · 20:36 · Ep 113

    A misfit named Edward Danton seeks solitude on a distant planet but encounters a group of Earth colonists who mistake him for a native. Tensions rise as misunderstandings lead to conflict between the two groups.

    • Tense
    • Mistaken identity
    • Survival
    • Psychological
    • Sci-fi
  5. X Minus One

    Drop Dead

    Thursday, August 22, 1957 · 21:18 · Ep 108

    A team of scientists lands on a bizarre planet inhabited by strange creatures known as 'critters.' As they explore, they uncover unsettling truths about the planet's ecosystem and the critters themselves.

    • Ominous
    • Survival
    • Psychological
    • Supernatural
    • Sci-fi
  6. X Minus One

    Early Model

    Thursday, July 11, 1957 · 22:06 · Ep 102

    An explorer dons a bulky protective suit called the Pro-Tech before embarking on a mission to a distant planet. As he navigates the challenges of first contact, the suit's limitations become apparent.

    • Tense
    • Survival
    • Mistaken identity
    • Psychological
    • Sci-fi
  7. X Minus One

    Martian Sam

    Wednesday, April 3, 1957 · 21:15 · Ep 95

    The Los Angeles Dodgers face a dire situation when their owner dies, leaving them without a proper left-handed pitcher. They turn to an unconventional solution: a Martian named Sam who has a unique pitching ability but faces significant challenges.

    • Comic
    • Survival
    • Crime
    • Psychological
    • Sci-fi
  8. X Minus One

    At the Post

    Wednesday, March 27, 1957 · 22:03 · Ep 94

    A race track tout struggles to save his wife, who has fallen into a catatonic state, believing she is being controlled by aliens. He uses his knowledge of horse racing to uncover the truth behind her condition and the impending doom of mankind.

    • Tense
    • Psychological
    • Survival
    • Murder
    • Mystery
  9. X Minus One

    The Lights on Precipice Peak

    Wednesday, March 13, 1957 · 21:04 · Ep 92

    Two mountain climbers investigate mysterious lights on Precipice Peak, but their discovery may be too unbelievable for others to accept. As they venture into the wilderness, they confront both physical challenges and the enigma of the lights.

    • Tense
    • Supernatural
    • Survival
    • Psychological
    • Mystery
  10. X Minus One

    Caretaker

    Wednesday, January 30, 1957 · 22:08 · Ep 86

    An Earthman, marooned on a distant planet for twenty-two years, awaits the arrival of a space crew while grappling with the reality of his life and the strange inhabitants around him.

    • Tense
    • Psychological
    • Survival
    • Murder
    • Mystery
  11. X Minus One

    The Girls from Earth

    Wednesday, January 16, 1957 · 22:21 · Ep 84

    Two drifters on Mars devise a scheme to sell Earth women to lonely miners, hoping to profit from their desperation for companionship.

    • Tense
    • Romance
    • Survival
    • Psychological
    • Mystery
  12. X Minus One

    The Moon Is Green

    Wednesday, January 2, 1957 · 28:27 · Ep 82

    In a post-apocalyptic world after an atomic war, Effie longs to see the beautiful green moon outside their lead-shielded apartment, while her husband Hank insists on strict adherence to safety protocols. Their struggle reveals the tension between survival and the desire for beauty in a devastated world.

    • Tense
    • Survival
    • Psychological
    • Murder
    • Drama
  13. X Minus One

    The Reluctant Heroes

    Wednesday, December 19, 1956 · 28:39 · Ep 80

    A seasoned moon veteran, Chapman, is pressured to extend his tour of duty on the moon, facing the emotional toll of leaving behind his life on Earth and the relationships that matter to him.

    • Tense
    • Psychological
    • Survival
    • Murder
    • Sci-fi
  14. X Minus One

    There Will Come Soft Rains - Zero Hour

    Wednesday, December 5, 1956 · 29:39 · Ep 78

    In There Will Come Soft Rains, a fully automated house continues its daily routine in a post-apocalyptic world, unaware of the absence of its human inhabitants. In Zero Hour, a mother fears for her children as they become engrossed in a game that hints at a sinister reality.

    • Ominous
    • Survival
    • Psychological
    • Murder
    • Sci-fi
  15. X Minus One

    Chain of Command

    Wednesday, November 21, 1956 · 28:27 · Ep 76

    In Chain of Command, a security guard at a deserted atomic laboratory learns about the struggles of intelligent mice living there. When one mouse, George, seeks help to remove a dangerous trap, unexpected chaos ensues.

    • Tense
    • Survival
    • Crime
    • Psychological
    • Sci-fi
  16. X Minus One

    Sam, This Is You

    Wednesday, October 31, 1956 · 29:05 · Ep 73

    A telephone lineman receives a call from himself ten days in the future, leading to a series of unexpected revelations about his life and choices.

    • Tense
    • Psychological
    • Romance
    • Survival
    • Mystery
  17. X Minus One

    Soldier Boy

    Wednesday, October 17, 1956 · 28:59 · Ep 71

    In Soldier Boy, Captain Dylan receives an urgent call to report for duty amidst an interplanetary war. He must navigate the chaos of a garrison town and prepare for a mission to evacuate colonies threatened by alien forces.

    • Tense
    • War
    • Survival
    • Psychological
    • Sci-fi
  18. X Minus One

    Colony

    Wednesday, October 10, 1956 · 29:42 · Ep 70

    A research team on Planet Blue faces an unsettling situation as they prepare for colonization. Strange creatures threaten their safety, taking the form of inanimate objects and complicating their mission.

    • Tense
    • Survival
    • Psychological
    • Murder
    • Sci-fi
  19. X Minus One

    The Map Makers

    Wednesday, September 26, 1956 · 28:46 · Ep 68

    A spaceship faces a dire situation when its navigator is incapacitated, leaving the crew stranded in an unknown part of hyperspace. They must find a way to navigate home without their primary navigation system.

    • Tense
    • Survival
    • Psychological
    • Crime
    • Sci-fi
  20. X Minus One

    The Lifeboat Mutiny

    Tuesday, September 11, 1956 · 28:51 · Ep 67

    In The Lifeboat Mutiny, a crew aboard a malfunctioning lifeboat faces a dire situation when their programmed protector prioritizes safety over their mission. Tensions rise as they grapple with their fate and the implications of their choices.

    • Tense
    • Survival
    • Murder
    • Psychological
    • Sci-fi
  21. X Minus One

    The Last Martian

    Tuesday, August 7, 1956 · 28:52 · Ep 63

    A man claims to be the last Martian, recounting the destruction of his planet and his arrival on Earth. As he shares his story, the stakes rise when others reveal their own hidden identities.

    • Tense
    • Survival
    • Mistaken identity
    • Psychological
    • Sci-fi
  22. X Minus One

    Student Body

    Tuesday, July 31, 1956 · 28:40 · Ep 62

    On a distant planet, a team of colonists wakes up to find their clothing mysteriously vanished. As they investigate, they uncover a strange creature that could pose a significant threat to their survival.

    • Tense
    • Survival
    • Supernatural
    • Crime
    • Sci-fi
  23. X Minus One

    Stars Are the Styx

    Tuesday, July 24, 1956 · 29:07 · Ep 61

    In Stars Are the Styx, a young woman named Tween, an albino, works at a space station called Kerbstone, where she helps misfits prepare for their journey into the unknown. As she awaits her chance to leave Earth, she faces the emotional stakes of finding a partner for the perilous voyage ahead.

    • Tense
    • Survival
    • Mistaken identity
    • Romance
    • Sci-fi
  24. X Minus One

    The Old Die Rich

    Tuesday, July 17, 1956 · 28:04 · Ep 60

    Elderly individuals are found dead from starvation, despite having significant wealth. A detective investigates the strange circumstances surrounding these deaths, uncovering a connection to time travel.

    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Psychological
    • Survival
    • Mystery
  25. X Minus One

    Project Mastadon

    Tuesday, June 5, 1956 · 23:20 · Ep 54

    In Project Mastodon, a group of adventurers travels back to prehistoric times to establish a new nation called Mastodonia. They seek diplomatic recognition from the United States, but face skepticism and challenges in proving their legitimacy.

    • Tense
    • Survival
    • Crime
    • Psychological
    • Sci-fi
  26. X Minus One

    Hallucination Orbit

    Tuesday, May 15, 1956 · 28:44 · Ep 51

    A stranded spaceman experiences hallucinations of beautiful women in orbit, raising questions about reality and sanity. As he grapples with his isolation, the stakes of his mental state become increasingly dire.

    • Tense
    • Psychological
    • Survival
    • Murder
    • Sci-fi
  27. X Minus One

    The Sense of Wonder

    Tuesday, April 24, 1956 · 27:55 · Ep 48

    A spaceship returning to Earth after a 10,000-year journey faces a crisis when one passenger, Ryckwood, realizes they have arrived at their destination and wants to leave the ship. His desire for freedom clashes with the indoctrinated beliefs of his fellow passengers.

    • Tense
    • Survival
    • Psychological
    • Murder
    • Sci-fi
  28. X Minus One

    Jaywalker

    Tuesday, April 17, 1956 · 28:16 · Ep 47

    A woman stows away on her husband's spaceship, risking the safety of the entire crew and herself. As the flight progresses, her motivations and the consequences of her actions unfold.

    • Tense
    • Romance
    • Survival
    • Psychological
    • Sci-fi
  29. X Minus One

    Cave of Night

    Wednesday, February 1, 1956 · 28:19 · Ep 36

    An astronaut finds himself trapped in space, facing the despair of isolation and the uncertainty of rescue. As the world watches, the stakes rise with each passing moment.

    • Tense
    • Survival
    • Psychological
    • Crime
    • Mystery
  30. X Minus One

    Time and Time Again

    Wednesday, January 11, 1956 · 28:20 · Ep 33

    A soldier from the future is transported back to his childhood on the brink of World War III, where he must navigate the complexities of time travel and the fate of his family. The stakes rise as he realizes he has a chance to alter the course of history.

    • Tense
    • War
    • Psychological
    • Survival
    • Sci-fi
  31. X Minus One

    To the Future

    Wednesday, December 14, 1955 · 28:50 · Ep 29

    A couple travels back to 1955, seeking escape from their troubled future. However, they soon realize they may not be as safe as they thought.

    • Tense
    • Survival
    • Psychological
    • Murder
    • Sci-fi
  32. X Minus One

    The Outer Limit

    Wednesday, November 16, 1955 · 28:08 · Ep 25

    In The Outer Limit, a test pilot embarks on a groundbreaking space mission with dire stakes as he risks drifting into the void of space. With only ten minutes of fuel for the return trip, he must navigate the unknown while facing unexpected challenges.

    • Tense
    • Survival
    • Psychological
    • Murder
    • Thriller
  33. X Minus One

    Hello, Tomorrow

    Thursday, November 3, 1955 · 23:31 · Ep 23

    In a post-apocalyptic future, a couple discovers their genetic perfection allows them to survive on the radioactive surface of Earth. They grapple with their new reality and the implications for humanity's future.

    • Tense
    • Survival
    • Romance
    • Psychological
    • Sci-fi
  34. X Minus One

    Requiem

    Thursday, October 27, 1955 · 23:45 · Ep 22

    An old, wealthy man, Dee Dee Harriman, is determined to visit the moon before he dies. He hires a struggling crew to take him on a perilous journey to fulfill his lifelong dream.

    • Melancholy
    • Survival
    • Psychological
    • Revenge
    • Drama
  35. X Minus One

    The Castaways

    Thursday, September 15, 1955 · 22:06 · Ep 18

    On a Pacific atoll, soldiers prepare to detonate a nuclear bomb, but the native Tahani refuse to evacuate, believing their ancestors' spirits are tied to the land. Tensions rise as the deadline approaches, leading to unexpected revelations about the island's true history.

    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Survival
    • Psychological
    • Sci-fi
  36. X Minus One

    Shanghaied

    Thursday, September 1, 1955 · 22:56 · Ep 16

    A young man is unexpectedly shanghaied onto a spaceship just before his wedding, facing the daunting challenge of escaping his new life as a crewman. He must navigate the dangers of space and the crew's mutiny while trying to return home in time for his marriage.

    • Tense
    • Survival
    • Crime
    • Murder
    • Thriller
  37. X Minus One

    Universe

    Sunday, May 15, 1955 · 28:10 · Ep 4

    Aboard a massive spaceship, a group of humans struggles with their purpose and the existence of mutants on upper levels. Tensions rise as they confront their beliefs and the possibility of a greater universe beyond their confines.

    • Tense
    • Psychological
    • Murder
    • Survival
    • Sci-fi
  38. X Minus One

    And the Moon Be Still as Bright

    Friday, April 22, 1955 · 24:00 · Ep 0

    A crew lands on Mars, where they discover the remains of a Martian civilization that perished from chickenpox brought by previous expeditions. As tensions rise among the crew, one member grapples with the implications of their actions.

    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Survival
    • Psychological
    • Sci-fi