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Buck Rogers in the 25th Century - S01E21 - Space Rockers
 

Buck Rogers in the 25th Century season 1 episode 21

Space Rockers

 
The evil Lars Mangros plans to broadcast a subliminal signal during the next performance of the rock group Andromeda that will cause the youth of the galaxy to riot. Buck infiltrates Musicworld, where the broadcast will originate, in an attempt to stop the madman from destroying the galaxy's cities.
 
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Buck Rogers in the 25th Century / S01E21 : Space Rockers
Season 1, Episode 21 | Aired on February 21, 1980 | TV-PG | 45 min. | NBC
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  • Buck Rogers in the 25th Century - Episode 1 - Awakening (1)
    Episode 1
    Awakening (1)
  • Buck Rogers in the 25th Century - Episode 2 - Awakening (2)
    Episode 2
    Awakening (2)
  • Buck Rogers in the 25th Century - Episode 3 - Planet of the Slave Girls (1)
    Episode 3
    Planet of the Slave Girls (1)
  • Buck Rogers in the 25th Century - Episode 4 - Planet of the Slave Girls (2)
    Episode 4
    Planet of the Slave Girls (2)
  • Buck Rogers in the 25th Century - Episode 5 - Vegas in Space
    Episode 5
    Vegas in Space
  • Buck Rogers in the 25th Century - Episode 6 - The Plot to Kill a City (1)
    Episode 6
    The Plot to Kill a City (1)
  • Buck Rogers in the 25th Century - Episode 7 - The Plot to Kill a City (2)
    Episode 7
    The Plot to Kill a City (2)
  • Buck Rogers in the 25th Century - Episode 8 - Return of the Fighting 69th
    Episode 8
    Return of the Fighting 69th
  • Buck Rogers in the 25th Century - Episode 9 - Unchained Woman
    Episode 9
    Unchained Woman
  • Buck Rogers in the 25th Century - Episode 10 - Planet of the Amazon Women
    Episode 10
    Planet of the Amazon Women
  • Buck Rogers in the 25th Century - Episode 11 - Cosmic Whiz Kid
    Episode 11
    Cosmic Whiz Kid
  • Buck Rogers in the 25th Century - Episode 12 - Escape from Wedded Bliss
    Episode 12
    Escape from Wedded Bliss
  • Buck Rogers in the 25th Century - Episode 13 - Cruise Ship to the Stars
    Episode 13
    Cruise Ship to the Stars
  • Buck Rogers in the 25th Century - Episode 14 - Space Vampire
    Episode 14
    Space Vampire
  • Buck Rogers in the 25th Century - Episode 15 - Happy Birthday, Buck
    Episode 15
    Happy Birthday, Buck
  • Buck Rogers in the 25th Century - Episode 16 - A Blast for Buck
    Episode 16
    A Blast for Buck
  • Buck Rogers in the 25th Century - Episode 17 - Ardala Returns
    Episode 17
    Ardala Returns
  • Buck Rogers in the 25th Century - Episode 18 - Twiki is Missing
    Episode 18
    Twiki is Missing
  • Buck Rogers in the 25th Century - Episode 19 - Olympiad
    Episode 19
    Olympiad
  • Buck Rogers in the 25th Century - Episode 20 - A Dream of Jennifer
    Episode 20
    A Dream of Jennifer
  • Buck Rogers in the 25th Century - Episode 21 - Space Rockers
    Episode 21
    Space Rockers
  • Buck Rogers in the 25th Century - Episode 22 - Buck's Duel to the Death
    Episode 22
    Buck's Duel to the Death
  • Buck Rogers in the 25th Century - Episode 23 - Flight of the War Witch (1)
    Episode 23
    Flight of the War Witch (1)
  • Buck Rogers in the 25th Century - Episode 24 - Flight of the War Witch (2)
    Episode 24
    Flight of the War Witch (2)

Buck Rogers in the 25th Century season 1 episode 21 Recap and FAQ

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Episode Summary

In a futuristic tale of manipulation and rebellion, Buck Rogers thwarts a sinister plot by Mangros, who uses the band Andromeda and their concerts to control the galaxy's youth, inciting riots and unrest. By infiltrating Musicworld, an orbital music fortress, Buck exposes the scheme involving ionized particles in music that manipulate emotions. With determination and the help of his team, Buck disables the control device right before a pivotal concert, ensuring Andromeda's music brings unity instead of chaos, celebrating the enduring power of rock and roll.

Full Episode S01E21 Recap

### Opening Scene: Sinister Plot Unveiled - A narrator introduces a musical mastermind plotting a galaxy-wide youth rebellion using 25th-century rock and roll. - Intercepts are dispatched to prevent a concert, hinting at a larger conspiracy. ### Buck Rogers: A Reluctant Hero - In 1987, NASA's Ranger 3, piloted by Captain William "Buck" Rogers, is blown off course, freezing him and returning him to Earth 500 years later. ### Musicworld and the Andromeda Phenomenon - Musicworld, an abandoned military orbital fortress, now serves as a music promoters' haven, outside Directorate jurisdiction. - Andromeda, the most popular band in the galaxy, is revealed to have a suspicious influence on youth, correlating with a surge in crimes post-concerts. - Buck and team investigate Musicworld, suspecting a link between Andromeda's music and youth crimes. ### Undercover Operations and Sinister Discoveries - An agent undercover as an Andromeda sound tech uncovers critical information but is killed before he can relay it. - The Directorate receives fragmented messages from their agent, hinting at a deeper plot tied to Andromeda's music. ### A Plot to Control the Youth - It's discovered that Andromeda's concerts lead to uncontrollable riots among the youth, part of a larger scheme to destabilize galactic authority. - Buck decides to investigate Musicworld personally, leveraging his 20th-century rock and roll background as a cover. ### Buck's Encounter and Revelations - On Musicworld, Buck encounters various characters and learns more about the sinister plot involving Andromeda's music. - Andromeda's manager, Mangros, is revealed to have a device that can control youth behavior through music, planning to use it during a galaxy-wide concert. ### The Climactic Battle - Buck and his team work to thwart Mangros's plan, resulting in a race against time to prevent the broadcast of the controlled concert. - The plan involves infiltrating Mangros's office, confronting him, and eventually stopping the broadcast, saving the galaxy from chaos. ### Resolution - Andromeda, free from Mangros's control, performs a genuine concert that unites the galaxy, disproving the notion that their music was the cause of youth unrest. - The episode concludes with the galaxy in peace, thanks to Buck's heroism and the power of true rock and roll.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main plot of the episode?

A musical mastermind uses rock and roll to incite a youth rebellion across the galaxy, with Buck Rogers working to stop him.

Who is the musical mastermind behind the youth rebellion?

Mangros, who controls the band Andromeda to influence youth behavior.

What is Musicworld?

An abandoned military orbital fortress now used by music promoters, outside of Directorate jurisdiction.

How does Andromeda's music affect the youth?

Their concerts lead to a 55% surge in youth crimes, including rioting and looting.

What does Buck Rogers discover on Musicworld?

A plot to use Andromeda's music to control the youth and incite galaxy-wide riots.

How does Buck plan to stop the concert?

By infiltrating Mangros's office to find evidence and destroy the device controlling the youth.

What role does Andromeda's manager play in the plot?

Mangros is the key villain, using a device to control the youth through Andromeda's music.

How is the conflict resolved?

Buck and his team prevent the controlled concert from being broadcast, saving the galaxy from chaos.

What happens to Andromeda after Mangros's plan is thwarted?

They perform a genuine concert that unites the galaxy, showing their music was not the cause of the unrest.

Is Buck Rogers affected by Andromeda's music?

No, he works to uncover the plot and is immune to the music's control due to his mission.

What is the significance of the 25th-century rock and roll in the episode?

It's used as a tool by the antagonist to manipulate youth behavior galaxy-wide.

How does the episode portray the impact of music on society?

It explores the potential for music to be used as a weapon to control behavior, but ultimately shows its power to unite.

What does the episode suggest about youth rebellion?

That it can be artificially incited through manipulation, but genuine music and intentions can overcome this.

Who saves the galaxy from the orchestrated chaos?

Buck Rogers, with the help of his team and the true spirit of rock and roll.

What is the episode's message about music and rebellion?

It suggests that while music has the power to influence, true art unites rather than divides, emphasizing the importance of genuine expression.

 
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