Codename Icarus 1981
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Codename Icarus Synopsis: Codename Icarus is a five-part British television serial produced by the BBC. Combinijg elements of teen drama and Cold War era conspiracy thriller, young prodigy Martin Smith is recruited by the mysterious Icarus Foundation, a shadowy organisation that exploits gifted children to develop advanced weapons, including a 'quark bomb'. The serial was broadcast twice-weekly, on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, from 8-9 December, 15-16 December, and 22 December. It is well remembered for being intelligent and hard-hitting, respectful of its young audience, and tackling complex themes, primarily the militarisation of science.
- Released: 1981-12-08
- Genre: Action & Adventure, Drama
Codename Icarus Movie Cast (Stars):
Barry Angel,
Jack Galloway,
Philip Locke,
Peter Cellier,
Debbie Farrington,
John Malcolm,
Geoffrey Collins,
Gorden Kaye,
Steven MannCodename Icarus Movie Crew (Director):
Igor Stravinsky,
Paul Stone,
Peter Hall,
Kate Rivers,
Marjorie Pratt,
Bill Wild- Link: Codename Icarus on CWR CRB
