Screenplay: John Wyndham

Direction Wolf Rilla

Cast George Sanders · Barbara Shelley · Martin Stephens · Michael Gwynne

Synopsis Village of the Damned (1960) unfolds in the quaint English village of Midwich, where an enigmatic energy field induces a deep slumber among its inhabitants. Upon awakening, every woman of reproductive age, regardless of marital status or age, is discovered...

Direction Christopher Hodson · Vic Hughes

Cast James Hazeldine · Carol Drinkwater · Andrew Ellams · Glynis Brooks

Synopsis Chocky (TV Series) (1984) follows the unusual bond between a young Earthling and an extraterrestrial being from the cosmos. The narrative revolves around the peculiar connection that develops between the two, exploring themes of friendship, curiosity, and the unknown.

Direction John Carpenter

Cast Christopher Reeve · Kirstie Alley · Linda Kozlowski · Mark Hamill

Synopsis Village of the Damned (1995) follows the inhabitants of Midwich, a quiet Midwestern American town, as they inexplicably fall into a deep sleep simultaneously. Six hours later, they awaken unharmed, but the women of childbearing age find themselves mysteriously pregnant....

Direction Alice Troughton · Jennifer Perrott · Börkur Sigþórsson

Cast Keeley Hawes · Max Beesley · Synnove Karlsen · Indica Watson

Synopsis The Midwich Cuckoos (TV Miniseries) (2022) follows the chilling events that unfold in a quiet English village after it is mysteriously held captive by an otherworldly force for a full day. When the villagers awaken, they find that many of...

Direction Steve Sekely · Freddie Francis

Cast Howard Keel · Janette Scott · Nicole Maurey · Kieron Moore

Synopsis The Day of the Triffids (1962) follows a catastrophic meteor shower that wreaks havoc on Earth's ecosystem, leaving those who witnessed it blind and unleashing carnivorous plants. As these voracious flora rapidly proliferate, a seafarer with intact vision and a...

Direction Anton Leader

Cast Ian Hendry · Alan Badel · Barbara Ferris · Alfred Burke

Synopsis Children of the Damned (1964) follows a group of researchers who uncover six extraordinary children, each possessing immense intellectual capabilities. These young prodigies are transported to London for comprehensive examination. However, the children manage to break free from their confinement...

Direction Ken Hannam

Cast John Duttine · Emma Relph · Maurice Colbourne · David Swift

Synopsis The Day of the Triffids (TV Miniseries) (1981) follows a grim scenario where a devastating event has left most of Earth's population blind due to a brilliant comet that illuminated the night sky, resulting in severe and permanent eye damage....

Direction Nick Copus

Cast Dougray Scott · Joely Richardson · Eddie Izzard · Brian Cox

Synopsis The Day of the Triffids (TV Miniseries) (2009) presents a contemporary adaptation of the classic 1951 science fiction thriller. In this updated narrative, a global catastrophe leaves most of humanity blinded, and the world is overrun by carnivorous plants known...

Direction Ralph Thomas

Cast Joan Collins · Tom Bell · Denholm Elliott · Laurence Naismith

Synopsis Quest for Love (1971) follows a scientist who, after a disastrous experiment, becomes ensnared in a parallel universe that echoes our own but with notable deviations. In this alternate reality, the Second World War never transpired, space travel remains a...

Direction Peter Hammond · Guy Verney · Jonathan Alwyn · Charles Jarrott

Cast Piers Keelan · Maxine Audley · Clifford Evans · Murray Hayne

Synopsis Out of This World (TV Series) (1962) is a captivating British television program that delves into the realm of science fiction through a collection of standalone episodes. Each installment presents a unique and thought-provoking story, exploring various themes and scenarios...

Direction Peter Duguid · Vic Hughes

Cast Andrew Ellams · Angela Galbraith · Michael Crompton · Annabel Worrell

Synopsis Chocky's Children (TV Series) (1985) follows the intriguing narrative where an enigmatic extraterrestrial entity, known as Chocky, makes a comeback to assist his human companion, Matthew. The series delves into the extraordinary bond between Chocky and Matthew, exploring themes of...

Direction Bob Blagden

Cast Annabel Worrell · Prentis Hancock · Glynis Brooks · Joan Blackham

Synopsis Chocky's Challenge (TV Series) (1986) reaches its climax as the trio—Chocky, Matthew, and Albertine—join forces one last time. Their mission is to overcome their formidable adversary and unveil the enigmatic secrets that Chocky holds for humanity.