- Not to be confused with the episode.
"Introducing Thunderbirds" (also known as "Introducing the Thunderbirds") was the first in a series of three original records released by Century 21 Records to feature Thunderbirds, and their first Thunderbirds release overall. Released in October 1965, the 7" vinyl consists of an exclusive 21-minute adventure, written by Alan Fennell - and starring Jeff Tracy, Lady Penelope, and Parker.
The vinyl disc
Plot[]
Having received a mysterious invitation, Lady Penelope and Parker head to an island, located in the Pacific Ocean. Upon arrival, they meet up with billionaire ex-astronaut Jeff Tracy, who requires their assistance with a special project that will change the world forever...
Cast[]
Transcript[]
- Main article: Introducing Thunderbirds (audio)/Transcript
Trivia[]
- This story is set shortly before the events of Trapped in the Sky, with International Rescue almost ready to begin operating.
- In contrast to the television series, Jeff Tracy knows of - and even name-drops - the Hood. His brief description of the criminal would be used once more in Haynes' Agents' Technical Manual.
- A Dutch version titled "Kennismaking met The Thunderbirds" was released on LP in the Netherlands. The B-side featured a Dutch version of F.A.B..
- In 2015, as part of The Anniversary Episodes (marking the series' 50th anniversary), this audio story was turned into a filmed episode.
- Thunderbird 1 is said to be 90 feet long. Most other sources give its length as 115 feet instead.
LP with a Dutch version
(Back of sleeve)