My fun chat with Lee Majors, who looks back fondly on the phenomenal ’70 series that made him a star — and inspired a generation of bionic believers! Read More…
Slo-Mo Nostalgia: Lee Majors Remembers ‘The Six Million Dollar Man’ — IT CAME FROM…
The Six Million Dollar Man is a science-fiction television series that aired from 1973 to 1978. The show follows the story of Steve Austin, a former astronaut who is severely injured in a crash and undergoes a bionic surgery that gives him superhuman strength, speed, and senses. Austin is portrayed by actor Lee Majors and his bionic abilities are showcased through slow-motion effects and sound effects that became iconic in popular culture. The show was a hit during its run and has since become a cult classic, inspiring spin-offs, merchandise, and a remake attempt in 2020. The Six Million Dollar Man is remembered as a pioneer in the use of special effects in television and for its contribution to the popularization of the bionic superhero trope.
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