The Doombolt Chase
The Doombolt Chase is a naval-themed British science fiction/action television series aimed at a teenage audience. It was broadcast between March 12 and April 16, 1978, as a six-episode series. It was also broadcast in Canada on TVOntario in 1978 and in Germany in 1979 under the title Geheimprojekt Doombolt.
Cast: Frederick Jaeger, George Coulouris, Peter Vaughan
Season 1
6 episodes
- 1. Court Of ShameDid Commander David Wheeler deliberately alter his ship's course to smash into and sink a mysterious vessel? His son, Richard, is convinced that he didn't. With friends Lucy and Peter, he sails out into the Bristol Channel to find the answer.CCMar 12, 1978
- 2. Escape To DangerThe three friends escape their pursuers, sail through a naval minefiled and encounter a mysterious unmanned ship. A house in a fishing village is also deserted - but the man they seek has left a clue in code.CCMar 19, 1978
- 3. Death BeaconThe trio continue to evade their pursuers. They examine the map and decide to investgate Scudmoor - does the dark Gothic mansion hold the key to the Doombolt mystery?CCMar 26, 1978
- 4. Alarm At Gareth's PeakRichard, Lucy and Peter escape with the Doombolt secret that will clear Commander Wheeler's name, but before they can deliver it, an unexpected encounter leads them up into the wild Brecon mountains.CCApr 2, 1978
- 5. The Devil's JawsAs Richard, Lucy and Peter try to escape from Vallance in the wilds of the Welsh mountains, Bayard prepares to fire his experimental Doombolt. He is confident that the Navy will not be able to stop him...CCApr 9, 1978
- 6. Assault On CragfestThe boys distract Vallard while Lucy makes a break for freedom. They are taken to Cragfest - a remote place surrounded by armed guards - and watch helplessly as Bayard sets up his Doombolt test.CCApr 16, 1978
The Doombolt Chase
The Doombolt Chase is a naval-themed British science fiction/action television series aimed at a teenage audience. It was broadcast between March 12 and April 16, 1978, as a six-episode series. It was also broadcast in Canada on TVOntario in 1978 and in Germany in 1979 under the title Geheimprojekt Doombolt.
Creators and cast
Maturity rating
Not yet rated.
Audio languages
English
Where to watch
Not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service.
