Pandora's Clock
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Pandora's Clock
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| Episodes: | 2 |
| Year: | 1996 |
| Country: | United States |
| Seasons: | 1 |
| Seasons Breakdown: | (1) 2 |
| Category: | Viruses |
| Colour: | Yes |
| Format: | Mini-Series |
| Company: | Citadel Entertainment, Comsky Group and NBC Enterprises |
| Creator: | Based on Pandora's Clock by John J. Nance (Written by David Israel) |
| Run Time (mins): | 176 (all episodes) |
| Language: | English |
| Type of Show: | Live Action |
| Status: | Ended |
| Broadcaster: | NBC |
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| Last Aired: | |
Summary
Quantum Airlines Flight 66 was a scheduled transatlantic service operating a Boeing 747 from Frankfurt, Germany, to New York City, United States. The flight, carrying approximately 250 passengers, many travelling home for the Christmas holiday, proceeded routinely until a medical emergency occurred mid‑journey. A passenger collapsed onboard, prompting the flight crew to initiate standard emergency diversion procedures.
Captain James Holland (portrayed by Anderson) attempted to secure landing clearance at multiple European airports. All requests were denied after authorities determined that the ill passenger was infected with an exceptionally virulent pathogen capable of causing mass fatalities within days. The aircraft was consequently forced to remain airborne while international agencies assessed the threat.
As the situation escalated, Flight 66 encountered additional complications, including diminishing fuel reserves, rising passenger distress, and interference from a clandestine CIA operation seeking to destroy the aircraft to prevent the pathogen’s spread. In response, Captain Holland assumed direct control of crisis management.
He was supported by senior flight attendant Barb Rollins (Jennifer Savidge), United States Ambassador Lee Lancaster (Guillaume), his aide Rachel Sherwood (Leeves), and CIA virologist Dr. Roni Sanders (Zuniga). Together, they navigated a complex environment involving biological containment, international security protocols, and covert intelligence activities. Their objective was to safeguard the passengers and prevent a potential global biological disaster.
Cast
John Roth ROBERT LOGGIE, Dr. Ronnie Sanders DAPHNE ZUNIGA, Rachel Sherwood JANE LEEVES, Ambassador Lancaster ROBERT GUILLAUME, Captain James Holland RICHARD DEAN ANDERSON,US President EDWARD HERMANN, RICHARD LAWSON, Mark Hastings STEPHEN ROOT.
Tags: Viruses, United States, 1996, English
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