Think you know classic TV from the 1970s? This bionic blast from the past is a great way to test your memory of one of the decade’s most memorable science fiction series. Can you name the legendary actor behind the famous stare?
About The Six Million Dollar Man
The Six Million Dollar Man was an American science fiction television series that aired from 1974 to 1978. The show followed Colonel Steve Austin, a former astronaut who is rebuilt with bionic implants after a near-fatal accident. Its bionic powers, including enhanced speed and strength, made it a defining example of 1970s action television.
The Answer: Lee Majors
The actor who brought Steve Austin to life was Lee Majors. He played the role throughout the series and became one of the most recognizable television stars of the era. Majors had already built a following with earlier television work, including his role on The Big Valley, before his bionic career made him a household name.
Fun Fact Deep Dive
- The series was adapted from Martin Caidin’s 1972 novel Cyborg.
- The show spawned spin-offs and television movies that kept the bionic character alive for years.
- Lee Majors later starred in the action series The Fall Guy, another favorite of classic TV fans.
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