On this day December 9 1988 the final episode of Something Is Out There aired and brought the short lived sci fi series to a close. The show followed a police detective who teamed up with an alien fugitive as they pursued a dangerous creature on the loose. Its mix of suspense, science fiction themes, and action driven storytelling gave it a distinct identity within late 80s television.
Although its run was brief, the series stood out for its creature effects, futuristic elements, and the unusual partnership at the center of the story. It reflected the era’s growing interest in blending sci fi concepts with mainstream television formats, offering viewers a mix of mystery, action, and otherworldly intrigue.
80s insight: The final episode highlighted how 80s television experimented with sci fi ideas even in short lived series.
Although its run was brief, the series stood out for its creature effects, futuristic elements, and the unusual partnership at the center of the story. It reflected the era’s growing interest in blending sci fi concepts with mainstream television formats, offering viewers a mix of mystery, action, and otherworldly intrigue.
80s insight: The final episode highlighted how 80s television experimented with sci fi ideas even in short lived series.
