S01E01 Pilot (1)
A planned shuttle launch is scrubbed when it is learned that a Russian satellite, carrying an unusually large nuclear reactor, is out of control and in a slow orbiting descent that will see it crash...
The Cape
S01E13: Judgment Call
While on a Shuttle mission with Jack Riles, for the new Space Station, Astronaut Sam Blakes wife is rushed to the hospital suffering from complications in her pregnancy. Bull is prepared to scrap the mission until, unexpectedly, Kathy dies. The decision is then made not to tell Sam and to continue with the last 2 days of the mission, even though Sams tiny baby daughter is fighting for her life. Riles soon learns the truth and initially refuses to go along with the deception, but relents after being ordered to. At home Bull and Ellen work together to break the news to Sam's other children and to look after them until their father returns from space.
Overview
The Cape is an American dramatic TV series, with elements of science fiction, action/adventure, and drama, that was produced for syndication during the 1996–1997 television season. The Cape told the story of select members of the NASA Astronaut Corps at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida with a focus on their personal lives as they train for, and execute, Space Shuttle missions. The series stars Corbin Bernsen as USAF Colonel Henry J. "Bull" Eckert, an experienced astronaut who, early in the series, was the Director of Astronaut Training but later in the series was also tasked with the responsibility of Chief of the Astronaut Office.
The series focused on authenticity and was filmed in and around Cape Canaveral, Florida. Former astronaut Buzz Aldrin also served as technical consultant.
Episodes
S01E02 Pilot (2)
A planned shuttle launch is scrubbed when it is learned that a Russian satellite, carrying an unusually large nuclear reactor, is out of control and in a slow orbiting descent that will see it crash...
S01E03 In Friends We Trust
Reggie blames himself as Barbara remains unconscious in the hospital following an accident. Zekes friend Jimmy is killed during a foolish game of duel when a cocky young pilot challenges him during training exercises. When...
S01E04 No Fear
The personal problems created by gaining custody of her child, begin to manifest themselves during a flight simulation, putting Caitlins space launch in jeopardy. Once she makes it to space she experiences a collapsed lung...
S01E05 Just A Rumor
Bull publicly locks horns with D.B.'s father, former astronaut turned congressman, when, during a visit to NASA, it is revealed that he has plans to shut down the manned space program. Also, Reggie, having waited...
S01E06 Play Astronaut For Me
With the position of Space Station Commander up for grabs, Bull lobbies hard for the chance. Unfortunately he is up against a media savvy opponant who has all the right connections. Reggie has been nominated...
S01E07 Lost In Space
As a former teacher, astronaut candidate Peter is elected to guide a group of grade students around Kennedy Space Center, prior to the launch of Space shuttle Columbia. One of the students is an annoying...
S01E08 Family Values
Zeke is upset by the news that his brother Curt has become involved with his ex-girlfriend. Inevitably when he meets up with Natalie he discovers that they are still attracted to one another and secretly...
S01E09 Buried in Peace
While on a mission to repair a corporate communications satellite, the shuttle crew encounters a Soviet spacecraft that turns out to have been a secret attempt to send a manned mission to the moon -...
S01E10 The Need To Know
After 2 years in space, a satellite is returned to earth and is found to have a mysterious substance on its outside surface. Tamara is called in to help in the investigation until Keith Mason...
S01E11 Reggie'sWild Ride
An elated Reggie Warren has finally realized his dream and has made it into space on a routine mission of a construction EVA and scientific reasearch. All does not go well for long, however, turning...
S01E12 Burning Fuse
With many prominent politicians and military people expected, there are hectic preparations underway for the celebration at NASA to be coupled with the arrival of Space Shuttle Atlantis from its latest mission. With everything going...
S01E13 Judgment Call
While on a Shuttle mission with Jack Riles, for the new Space Station, Astronaut Sam Blakes wife is rushed to the hospital suffering from complications in her pregnancy. Bull is prepared to scrap the mission...
S01E14 The Accusation
After Reggie gives an inspiring talk to a group of African-American youths at a local church, he is accused of a terrible hit and run accident by a couple of white youths with whom he...
S01E15 Interpretations
On a routine shuttle mission to launch an Italian satellite, Tamara, Dwight Ellis and Italian astronaut Mario, experience a strange flash of light - then darkness. When systems are restored they are horrified by the...
S01E16 Hurricane
With massive hurricane Elena churning in the waters off the coast, Bull, Harry Krause and Officer Del Gibons ignore the ""All-clear"" from the National Hurricane Center and continue with preparing the cape for the worst....
S01E17 The Last To Know
The ASCANS are in high spirits as graduation day approaches. Unfortunately Bull receives word that NASA has plans for deep budget cuts and one of the ASCANS will have to be dropped from the program...
S01E18 The Astronaut Formerly Known As Prince
To improve relations during a time of sensitive talks with the Arab Federation, NASA has (reluctantly) agreed to accept the son of King Alfazz into the space program. Although the Prince had particpated in the...
S01E19 Enemy Within
Bull becomes the prime suspect in a series of information leaks to outside companies - especially since one of these civilian companies has approached Bull with an especially lucrative job offer. With his security access...
S01E20 Just Like Old Times
Bull and Andrea's relationship is put to a test when, while in Washington on business, Bull runs into his ex-wife Ellen and they share a quiet dinner together. When Andrea finds out that Bull has...
S01E21 Mir, Mir Off the Wall (1)
While on a mission to deliver astronaut Tamara St. James for an extended stay aboard the Mir space station, shuttle Atlantis is severely damaged while trying to execute an emergency disengage maneuver when it becomes...
S01E22 Mir, Mir Off the Wall (2)
While on a mission to deliver astronaut Tamara St. James for an extended stay aboard the Mir space station, shuttle Atlantis is severely damaged while trying to execute an emergency disengage maneuver when it becomes...
Cast
Corbin Bernsen
USAF Col. Henry 'Bull' Eckert
Adam Baldwin
Col. Jack Riles
Cameron Bancroft
Capt. Ezekiel 'Zeke' Beaumont
Bobbie Phillips
Navy Pilot Lt. Cmdr. Barbara DeSantos
Bobby Hosea
Marine Pilot Major Reggie Warren
Tyra Ferrell
Mission Specialist Tamara St. James
Katie Mitchell
NASA Chief PAO Andrea Miller
Chad Willett
Peter Engel, ASCAN
David Kelsey
D.B. Woods, ASCAN
