Captain Scarlet and the Mysterons Season 1 Episode 23

Ep 23. Place of Angels

  • March 8, 1968
  • 25 min
  • 7.8  (54)

Captain Scarlet and the Mysterons is a British science-fiction television show created by Gerry and Sylvia Anderson. It follows the adventures of an elite task force, Spectrum, as they fight against the evil Mysterons, a race of hostile beings from Mars. In season 1 episode 23, titled "Place of Angels," Spectrum is tasked with protecting a new museum exhibit, the priceless statue of an angel, from the Mysterons.

The episode begins with the unveiling of the Angel of Magnolia, a rare and valuable statue that has been loaned to the Spectrum Museum by an anonymous donor. The statue is said to have healing powers, and it quickly becomes the talk of the town. However, unbeknownst to the museum staff and visitors, the Mysterons have their sights set on the statue. They plan to use it to spread a deadly virus throughout the city, and it's up to Captain Scarlet and the Spectrum team to stop them.

As the episode progresses, the Mysterons make several attempts to steal the angel statue. They use a variety of tactics, from mind control to disguising themselves as museum staff, but each time the Spectrum team is one step ahead. Meanwhile, Captain Black, the former Spectrum agent who was notoriously turned into a Mysteron agent, makes an appearance. He seems to have a personal grudge against Captain Scarlet, and it becomes clear that he will stop at nothing to see him fail.

Despite the Mysterons' best efforts, the Spectrum team manages to keep the Angel of Magnolia safe. They even discover that the statue does indeed have healing powers, as it miraculously cures a sick child who has been visiting the museum. However, just when it seems like the danger has passed, the Mysterons launch a surprise attack on the museum. They have somehow managed to infiltrate the building and have set explosives throughout the exhibit halls.

The Spectrum team springs into action, attempting to evacuate the museum and defuse the bombs before it's too late. However, they soon realize that one of the bombs is too unstable to be moved. In a dramatic sequence that will have viewers on the edge of their seats, Captain Scarlet stays behind to try and disarm the bomb while his team makes their escape.

The episode ends with a tense standoff between Captain Scarlet and Captain Black, who has returned to the museum. It's unclear what his intentions are, but it seems like he may be trying to finish off his old rival once and for all. With the fate of the city hanging in the balance, it's up to Captain Scarlet to stop the Mysterons and save the day.

"Place of Angels" is a thrilling episode that will keep viewers guessing until the very end. With its high-stakes action sequences, clever plot twists, and well-drawn characters, it's a masterful example of the classic science-fiction genre. Fans of the show, as well as newcomers to the series, will be sure to enjoy this exciting adventure.

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  • First Aired
    March 8, 1968
  • Runtime
    25 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    7.8  (54)
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