International Thunderbirds Day

International Thunderbirds Day is celebrated every year on September 30. The holiday was founded by ITV Studios in 2017 and honors the iconic British science fiction series Thunderbirds. The original series premiered in 1965, consisting of two seasons and 32 episodes. Thunderbirds is famous for its innovative special effects and memorable music.

History

Thunderbirds aired from September 30, 1965, to December 25, 1966, with each episode lasting about 50 minutes. The show was known for its unique production technique called Supermarionation. The result received high praise from critics and became popular in over 30 countries where it was broadcast.

Interesting Facts

• The story is set in 2065 and follows the International Rescue team, which operates a fleet of unique vehicles called Thunderbirds.
• There were five main Thunderbirds: a hypersonic jet, a heavy transporter, a space rocket, an underwater vehicle, and an orbiting satellite.
• The series inspired sequels including Thunderbirds Are Go and Thunderbird 6.
• Gerry Anderson began work on a remastered version of the series, but unfortunately did not complete it before his death on April 4, 2012.

How to Take Part

Celebrate by watching episodes of Thunderbirds—maybe you have a favorite. Host a themed watch party with snacks and drinks, or show your fandom by collecting Thunderbirds merchandise.

When is International Thunderbirds Day in 2025?

International Thunderbirds Day is observed on September 30 each year.

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