My girlfriend and I met Jean Marie a few years ago and she had barely aged since Ark II. She could have easily fit back in the uniform. We talked with her for a while and she is a really sweetheart
It always amazes me how many shows from my childhood actually weren't around that long, and yet I remember them so vividly decades later. Also interesting that this, Space 1999, and Star Trek TMP had such similar ideas for the uniforms
Ah, Ark II, Shazam, Isis, Space Academy and Jason of Star Command. All adventure shows for kids in live action back in the 70s. Jean Marie Han was one of first crushes as a boy. All were fun for me as a kid. All this plus Hilarious House of Frightenstein (a local show) along with the prime time stuff in repeat like Lost In Space, Land of The Giants, Voyage to the Bottom of the Sea. Thanks for bringing these memories for me! 👍🎉
Absolutely loved those Saturday mornings shows back then! Ark II was definitely one of my favorites. I always wished a toy or model kit of the Ark would have come out but sadly, nothing ever did.
I must confess one of the things I loved about the original Johnny Quest was there was no weekly "moral of the story". Just Race Bannon kicking ass, taking names, an obviously banging spy babes in one episode.
The mid 1970s was one of the best times of my life... I was a big Ark II fan as well as The Far Out Space Nuts and Ghost Busters tv shows. Thanks for the memories!... 😊
Clearly, Ark-ii and Damnation Ally's Landmaster were different vehicles, as you said. But a video on the Landmaster would be grear. How cool would that be?
Hi Dan.......as you probably know, anyone can talk about the stuff you discuss on your channel, however, it's the presentation and articulation that makes the difference. and yours is excellent. I was 14 when the show premiered and although I loved it, I was confused by the fact that there was no bathroom/shower or sleeping quarters aboard the ARK. Had they not had to garage the ROAMER, perhaps those thing would have fit. Take care.
I enjoyed the show as a youngster. When the DVD box set came out, I bought it and it is on the shelf behind me along with my collection of other favorite shows and movies..
One of my favourite programs as a kid living in New Zealand. I also remember going to the movies to watch the NZ film Battletruck.. Thank you for the history. ✌️❤️🇳🇿
I appreciate how you tell the story of the shows and movies that made me and so many people who we are, with the dignity and respect they deserve. THANKS
I loved Ark II as a kid. It was one of those shows that if even the opening wa missed I'd be deflated for the most if not all the Morning/afternoon. It had everything: a kid to project into, a cool lead guy to project my future self into, someone to crush on and a talking chimp. It espescially helped growing up in the South West and getting to see the land out my window reflected in their adventures. But we just couldn't where they toys were. Where was Remco's utility belt version of this show? Where were the action figures and coloring books? Was there even a comic series? (Charlton, maybe?). Great video, great details I never knew.
I love the fact that you actually got to talk about the use of Star Trek sound effects, despite not seeing the show, I’m very well aware of filmation’s sound effects. They kept using I assume copies made of the Star Trek library up until the late 80s, and they most likely gave copies to other studios like Marvel productions and so on
Shazam!/ISIS hour. Before that was The Tarzan/Batman Adventure Hour. After Shazam!/ISIS Hour was Space Academy with Johnathan Harris. Bet none of you know that Les Tremayne(1953 War of the Worlds-General Mann/ Monolith Monsters)was Billy Batson's mentor?
@@musicman201047, I remember those Saturday mornings. I don’t think it got any better than that! Kids now missing out on Saturday morning cartoons and live action kid shows is a shame. That was good quality entertainment. Somewhat intelligent, too.
I remember watching this show on Saturday mornings as a kid. My favorite part was the vehicles and Robby the Robot. Thanks for doing the research and sharing all of this interesting history. have a great week. -David
Thank you for doing this one! ARK II was such a big influence on my 11 year old imagination! Each Saturday afternoon I would go out to play Jonah and pretend my bicycle was a "roamer". I loved the concept of the show and the great memories of that time!
The Brubaker Box was also in Soylent Green. I like the Ark II version better with the cut-out top, as the single sliding door on the regular version is kind of difficult to get in.
I'm currently working my way through this series, so this episode is very timely for me! I remember loving it as a kid, and am quite enjoying it as an adult.
Great video, Dan. I recall watching this, “Space Academy” and “Jason of Star Command” around the same era. This series always seemed like a kinder, gentler version of Roger Zelazny’s 1969 novel, “Damnation Alley”.
Man you just bang these things out left and right and they're so good. Just so chock full of information and really interesting background coverage. Just want to let you know I really appreciate these videos, please keep them coming, but don't work yourself into the ground!!
When I was a kid in the back of my parent's car, we drove past the Ark2 siting in a big truck parking lot. The Ark was still there in the 90's, part of it.
Hello, Dan! Great channel! I've noticed over several videos you ocassionally refer to museums where movie and TV artifacts can be found for public viewing today. That in itself would be a great video. "Where can we find for public viewing props, costumes, etc. from great shows like Battlestar Galactica (78), Lost in Space, etc.?" Thanks for considering. -Mike
Hey Dan, absolutely love your channel! I am completely captivated by every video you put out. Even on topics that I hardly even heard of. You make everything so interesting and informative. Looking forward to next weeks video. Thanks again for such an incredible channel!
I remember this show as a toddler, my mother would put both my sister and I in front of the television in 1976 to watch this on Saturday mornings. I also remember Jason of Star command..and Space Academy.. Another great video 💯💙👍 Time stamped 5:50am(4-14-24)
Ahh many of us recall the Landmaster at that sorta gas station in Burbank. My brother picking me up from the airport, we would drive by it and every time we would promise we must stop and check it out. Never did. Thanks for Ark II story. That was a good pick.
I was so lucky to be born in 1955. From Buck Roger to Star Trek to Star Wars and everything in between (and beyond)! I was so lucky to see sooooooooooo many great shows. If i tried to list them here i would be listing them from here to my 75th birthday 8 years from now. THANKS SO MUCH DAN!
Ark II, Space Academy and Jason Of Star Command should be rebooted, but not today. Maybe in another couple of decades when the 'stupid' trend that's ruining all the great IPs has run its course.
Thanks for remembering "children's" shows! I thought Filmation did a great job considering their budget and target audience. As a kid in the 70's who craved everything Sci-Fi, their shows were exciting. Now they are nostalgic! Look forward to your episodes on Space Academy and even Jason of Star Command!
I have a clear memory of seeing the Damnation Alley Landmaster next to the freeway on a family trip through Los Angeles once when I was a kid. Apparently it was parked next to the auto shop that built it for many years.
You have one of the few channels that has way more views per episode than actual subscribers. You’re doing something special here and hopefully viewers will start hitting the subscribe button. Wouldn’t that be cool.😉
Thx for the memories Dan ! I remember this show from when I was a little colt. Oh live action Saturday Mornings were the best! This, Shazam!, Isis, Sigmund and the Sea Monsters... Really too bad the show had to end so soon, it had a good premise, and could have gone in a unique direction. Eagerly awaiting the model kit of the Ark II- someone get on this!! :)
Another entertaining and educational episode, Dan. I was in the navy in 1976 (joined when I was 17 in 1975) and was in New York for the bicentennial celebration representing Canada. I was therefore too mature to watch kid’s shows and…. Who am I kidding, I was still a sucker for anything Sci-Fi related. I’m sure you will crack 100 thousand subs soon, and your content deserves to be seen and appreciated by everyone. Keep them coming.
Great coverage Dan! I hope you'll do a feature on a Sci-Fi comedy show called QUARK. I thought the first time I saw Jean Marie Hon it was in a small role in the Steve McQueen film Papillon. IMDB did not confirm that on her listing in their database but if you see papillon you will see a beautiful nude Island girl in the scenes where papillon gets his butterfly tattoo.
". . . every episode began and ended with a numbered entry into the Ark II's log by Commander Jonah, which more often than not contained the weekly moral that the kids learned while watching that particular show. Wow, morals and kid's television, certainly something you're not going to see in 2024." And this, my friends, is why the world is a desolate place in the 25th century.
Interesting you mentioned the vehicle from Damnation Alley. When I was a teenager, I used to see that vehicle in a yard off the Hollywood freeway which also had an original Viper from Battlestar Galactica.
The Land Master was designer/builder Dean Jeffries Studio. Dean Jeffries also built the vehicles used in the Logan's Run TV series as well as the original Monkee Mobile.
Hey Dan, I have a request. The great horror flick "The Abominable Dr. Phibes" has some background music that I cannot find outside of the film itself. Perhaps with all your resources and gumption, you could find out who did the contralto background music. Anyway, I love and appreciate your videos. They are treasure troves of great and fun info.
I love your channel I wait in anticipation for the next video. Thanks for doing this video I loved this Saturday morning series and could never find much information on it and always wondered what happened to the vehicle's. What is so cool is that I left a comment about this series on your last video and bam here it is "That is so cool". Thanks again!
My girlfriend and I met Jean Marie a few years ago and she had barely aged since Ark II. She could have easily fit back in the uniform. We talked with her for a while and she is a really sweetheart
...you're lucky...
It always amazes me how many shows from my childhood actually weren't around that long, and yet I remember them so vividly decades later. Also interesting that this, Space 1999, and Star Trek TMP had such similar ideas for the uniforms
Ah, Ark II, Shazam, Isis, Space Academy and Jason of Star Command. All adventure shows for kids in live action back in the 70s. Jean Marie Han was one of first crushes as a boy.
All were fun for me as a kid. All this plus Hilarious House of Frightenstein (a local show) along with the prime time stuff in repeat like Lost In Space, Land of The Giants, Voyage to the Bottom of the Sea. Thanks for bringing these memories for me! 👍🎉
Absolutely loved those Saturday mornings shows back then! Ark II was definitely one of my favorites. I always wished a toy or model kit of the Ark would have come out but sadly, nothing ever did.
I must confess one of the things I loved about the original Johnny Quest was there was no weekly "moral of the story". Just Race Bannon kicking ass, taking names, an obviously banging spy babes in one episode.
The mid 1970s was one of the best times of my life... I was a big Ark II fan as well as The Far Out Space Nuts and Ghost Busters tv shows. Thanks for the memories!... 😊
I was 12 years old when this show debuted in 1976. To be a kid back then and see the shows that I did was something this generation will never know.
Really loving the opening and ending animations. Nice job Bill Hughes! Very COOL is that.
I lost count of how many egg carts I turned into Ark II when I was a kid
I was twelve years old at the time. The perfect age for this type of content and I loved it. It didn’t hurt I had a crush on Ruth like so many others.
Word!!☝️💯‼️
I was also 12 and had the hots for her too!
Clearly, Ark-ii and Damnation Ally's Landmaster were different vehicles, as you said.
But a video on the Landmaster would be grear.
How cool would that be?
Old SciFi geek and gearhead here, and I just found your channel. I forgot all about this series! Thanks for the refresh!
Hi Dan.......as you probably know, anyone can talk about the stuff you discuss on your channel, however, it's the presentation and articulation that makes the difference. and yours is excellent. I was 14 when the show premiered and although I loved it, I was confused by the fact that there was no bathroom/shower or sleeping quarters aboard the ARK. Had they not had to garage the ROAMER, perhaps those thing would have fit. Take care.
Thank you Dan! I used to draw the Arc and Roamer. Loved the show.
Your shows just get better every episode! Thoroughly enjoying them. Thank you!
Thanks for the memories. I had forgotten about this show. You know the coolest people. and make the coolest videos
I love the fact that Dan devotes time to creating content on little known shows such as this. No one else on youtube is doing this.
You don't know how glad I get to say,Yet another fine episode! Thanks Dan and the staff.
I enjoyed the show as a youngster. When the DVD box set came out, I bought it and it is on the shelf behind me along with my collection of other favorite shows and movies..
One of my favourite programs as a kid living in New Zealand.
I also remember going to the movies to watch the NZ film Battletruck..
Thank you for the history.
✌️❤️🇳🇿
I appreciate how you tell the story of the shows and movies that made me and so many people who we are, with the dignity and respect they deserve. THANKS
Dan, thank you soooo much for posting that wonderful pic of Jean Marie Hahn at 2:52!
Stunning. My kind of woman.
59 year old fan here, thanks for doing this coverage Dan
From one Dan to another, keep the great content coming 👏 👍
I remember seeing the Ark on the road in SoCal as a very young child. It was before the show started broadcast so we weren't sure what it was.
So enjoying these mini-docs. I'm really impressed by the depth of information you're able to find.
I loved Ark II as a kid. It was one of those shows that if even the opening wa missed I'd be deflated for the most if not all the Morning/afternoon. It had everything: a kid to project into, a cool lead guy to project my future self into, someone to crush on and a talking chimp. It espescially helped growing up in the South West and getting to see the land out my window reflected in their adventures. But we just couldn't where they toys were. Where was Remco's utility belt version of this show? Where were the action figures and coloring books? Was there even a comic series? (Charlton, maybe?). Great video, great details I never knew.
I love the fact that you actually got to talk about the use of Star Trek sound effects, despite not seeing the show, I’m very well aware of filmation’s sound effects.
They kept using I assume copies made of the Star Trek library up until the late 80s, and they most likely gave copies to other studios like Marvel productions and so on
I was 11 years old at the time, and this was my favorite Saturday morning show.
Ark II, right after Mighty Isis.Saturday mornings. Sigh.
Tv in the 70s was pretty good for us kids
I've been watching Isis on RUclips and enjoying, i have always remember the opening for the show.
I had such a crush on Isis.
Shazam!/ISIS hour. Before that was The Tarzan/Batman Adventure Hour. After Shazam!/ISIS Hour was Space Academy with Johnathan Harris. Bet none of you know that Les Tremayne(1953 War of the Worlds-General Mann/ Monolith Monsters)was Billy Batson's mentor?
@@musicman201047, I remember those Saturday mornings. I don’t think it got any better than that! Kids now missing out on Saturday morning cartoons and live action kid shows is a shame. That was good quality entertainment. Somewhat intelligent, too.
I remember watching this show on Saturday mornings as a kid. My favorite part was the vehicles and Robby the Robot. Thanks for doing the research and sharing all of this interesting history. have a great week.
-David
Thank you for doing this one! ARK II was such a big influence on my 11 year old imagination! Each Saturday afternoon I would go out to play Jonah and pretend my bicycle was a "roamer". I loved the concept of the show and the great memories of that time!
I miss "Starlog" magazine where you could read about all the cool SyFy shows and movies!
You have fast become a highlight of my You Tubing, asking questions I never realised I needed answering. The new opening animations are wonderful.
I remember watching this show every Saturday and I enjoyed watching each episode.❤
The Brubaker Box was also in Soylent Green. I like the Ark II version better with the cut-out top, as the single sliding door on the regular version is kind of difficult to get in.
I haven't seen that show since 76-78! Thanks for reminding me of this show!!
Good kiddie shows. The vehicle was parked at a business off the 405 Fwy for years. Saw it on the fwy one.
Cool I remember this show, I will have to find the DVD set now
I'm currently working my way through this series, so this episode is very timely for me! I remember loving it as a kid, and am quite enjoying it as an adult.
How could anyone confuse the Ark II for the LandMaster? Both are cool, but I prefer the LandMaster, personally.
The ultimate RVs. 😅
As a young teen, Ruth caught my attention.
*Oh* yeah!
Great video, Dan. I recall watching this, “Space Academy” and “Jason of Star Command” around the same era. This series always seemed like a kinder, gentler version of Roger Zelazny’s 1969 novel, “Damnation Alley”.
Man you just bang these things out left and right and they're so good. Just so chock full of information and really interesting background coverage. Just want to let you know I really appreciate these videos, please keep them coming, but don't work yourself into the ground!!
This channel makes RUclips fun again.
When I was a kid in the back of my parent's car, we drove past the Ark2 siting in a big truck parking lot. The Ark was still there in the 90's, part of it.
Hello, Dan! Great channel! I've noticed over several videos you ocassionally refer to museums where movie and TV artifacts can be found for public viewing today. That in itself would be a great video. "Where can we find for public viewing props, costumes, etc. from great shows like Battlestar Galactica (78), Lost in Space, etc.?" Thanks for considering. -Mike
Hey mike, you know what? That would be awesome. I will definitely look into doing an episode on that :-)
Very cool Dan! Thanks for another outstanding episode!
Absolutely love this channel. Makes being a “geek” a cool thing.
Hey, thank you so much :-) much appreciated
Hey Dan, absolutely love your channel! I am completely captivated by every video you put out. Even on topics that I hardly even heard of. You make everything so interesting and informative. Looking forward to next weeks video. Thanks again for such an incredible channel!
Domination Alley was a cool movie! A video about that cool film would be a good idea!
Definitely :-)
@@MoviesMusicMonsters but thats a topic of another video
Hey Dan, just stumbled onto your vidoes. Love the sci-fi history. Keep up the great work.
Hey jeff, thank you so much :-) much appreciated.
Jean was one little hottie.... the reason I watched the show LOL
I remember this show as a toddler, my mother would put both my sister and I in front of the television in 1976 to watch this on Saturday mornings.
I also remember Jason of Star command..and Space Academy..
Another great video 💯💙👍
Time stamped 5:50am(4-14-24)
WOW! I didn't know that the Roamer still existed and is being restored! I'm betting Pat Hill would love to be in touch with the fellow who owns it!
Another great video, Dan! Love your research and commentary.
Definitely inspired me to draw many Ark 2 type vehicles as a kid.
Just watched Episode 1 on RUclips. Haven't seen it in forever, but the intro came flooding back and I could quote most of it. 😀😀😀😀😀
Ahh many of us recall the Landmaster at that sorta gas station in Burbank. My brother picking me up from the airport, we would drive by it and every time we would promise we must stop and check it out. Never did. Thanks for Ark II story. That was a good pick.
I was so lucky to be born in 1955. From Buck Roger to Star Trek to Star Wars and everything in between (and beyond)! I was so lucky to see sooooooooooo many great shows. If i tried to list them here i would be listing them from here to my 75th birthday 8 years from now. THANKS SO MUCH DAN!
Ark II, Space Academy and Jason Of Star Command should be rebooted, but not today. Maybe in another couple of decades when the 'stupid' trend that's ruining all the great IPs has run its course.
You are literally reading my mind and covering the stuff I love.
The Ark & the machine from Damnation Alley make me think of the Mammoth car from Speed Racer, too.
How cool was that !!!. Thanks for the memories dan .cheers from aus
Dan, hope you can do a deep dive into Damnation Alley and the Landmaster.
As an aside, I used to LOVE the animated Star Trek series!
We kids in the neighborhood really loved Ark II.
Any videos on Space 1999 coming up? Great vid as always sir, keep em coming
Movies, Music & Monsters drinking game. Every time Dan says, "how cool would that be" or "how cool is that', you take a drink.
Thanks for remembering "children's" shows! I thought Filmation did a great job considering their budget and target audience. As a kid in the 70's who craved everything Sci-Fi, their shows were exciting. Now they are nostalgic! Look forward to your episodes on Space Academy and even Jason of Star Command!
I immediately recognized the Ark II vehicle as the reused 'Seeker' from 'Space Academy'.
Thanks for the videos, they bring back a lot of memories and info.
I have a clear memory of seeing the Damnation Alley Landmaster next to the freeway on a family trip through Los Angeles once when I was a kid. Apparently it was parked next to the auto shop that built it for many years.
You have one of the few channels that has way more views per episode than actual subscribers. You’re doing something special here and hopefully viewers will start hitting the subscribe button. Wouldn’t that be cool.😉
I would like to hear about Genesis 2, Island City and Into The Fold aka Star Command
As well as Jason of Star Command
Waiting for the Space Academy episode! That was one cool looking asteroid base! :P
Thx for the memories Dan ! I remember this show from when I was a little colt. Oh live action Saturday Mornings were the best! This, Shazam!, Isis, Sigmund and the Sea Monsters... Really too bad the show had to end so soon, it had a good premise, and could have gone in a unique direction.
Eagerly awaiting the model kit of the Ark II- someone get on this!! :)
I would love to see you do an episode on The Fantastic Journey. This is another 1970’s sci-fi/ adventure show that only ran one season.
Thanks for bringing back memories, Dan!! (From looooong ago, LOL)
Hey, thank you for watching :-)
@@MoviesMusicMonsters I'm afraid you've *created* a "monster", Dan! I'm addicted now! Can't wait for your next one!
Another entertaining and educational episode, Dan. I was in the navy in 1976 (joined when I was 17 in 1975) and was in New York for the bicentennial celebration representing Canada. I was therefore too mature to watch kid’s shows and…. Who am I kidding, I was still a sucker for anything Sci-Fi related. I’m sure you will crack 100 thousand subs soon, and your content deserves to be seen and appreciated by everyone. Keep them coming.
I loved this show for the cool vehicles they had. The plots not so much, but as a kid I was not paying that much attention. Great video!
Love the animated intro This channel goes from strength to strength..Long may it continue
Ever watch "Jason of Star Command"? It actually had 2 seasons!
Yeah, whatever happened to W.1.K.1.?
Great coverage Dan!
I hope you'll do a feature on a Sci-Fi comedy show called QUARK.
I thought the first time I saw Jean Marie Hon it was in a small role in the Steve McQueen film Papillon. IMDB did not confirm that on her listing in their database but if you see papillon you will see a beautiful nude Island girl in the scenes where papillon gets his butterfly tattoo.
Thanks Dan great as usual
I wait for your "how cool is that" comment section. It always cracks me up. Thanks.
". . . every episode began and ended with a numbered entry into the Ark II's log by Commander Jonah, which more often than not contained the weekly moral that the kids learned while watching that particular show. Wow, morals and kid's television, certainly something you're not going to see in 2024." And this, my friends, is why the world is a desolate place in the 25th century.
Or parents.
Interesting you mentioned the vehicle from Damnation Alley.
When I was a teenager, I used to see that vehicle in a yard off the Hollywood freeway which also had an original Viper from Battlestar Galactica.
The Land Master was designer/builder Dean Jeffries Studio. Dean Jeffries also built the vehicles used in the Logan's Run TV series as well as the original Monkee Mobile.
The Ark II was truly a fascinating vehicle. It's all I can remember from the show. Thank you for presenting this retrospective on it!
I was 10 years old when this came out, and already a huge sci-fi fan. This hit me at exactly the right time. Loved it.
Hey Dan, I have a request. The great horror flick "The Abominable Dr. Phibes" has some background music that I cannot find outside of the film itself. Perhaps with all your resources and gumption, you could find out who did the contralto background music. Anyway, I love and appreciate your videos. They are treasure troves of great and fun info.
I love your channel I wait in anticipation for the next video. Thanks for doing this video I loved this Saturday morning series and could never find much information on it and always wondered what happened to the vehicle's. What is so cool is that I left a comment about this series on your last video and bam here it is "That is so cool". Thanks again!
Absolutely one of my favorites when I was a kid, & I still like the show now!! Along with Space Academy, Jason of Star command .
Love the channel Dan. Hope you feature the great tv show Quark in a future episode.
I hope you do a video on Andy Griffith's show Salvage 1
Congratulations on your way 80 thousand subscribers 🎉🎉
Dan. I'm loving this channel!
This channel is amazing. You do an amazing job.
I loved this show a kid so thank you for the fun trip down memory lane!
I saw this vehicle parked along the 101 freeway near universal studios. I would always point it out, and must have seen it several dozen times
I used to think the same thing, it was actually the Earthroamer from Damnation Alley .Dean Jeffries on Cahuanga
the Saturday morning cuties from the '70s man i miss that!
I agree. I miss it all.
The Bugaloos. Joy. That Costume. Nuff said.