Afterworld (Sci-Fi Show)

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show_name = Afterworld


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genre = Drama
Science fiction
Mystery
creator = Brent V. Friedman & Michael DeCourcey
director = Stan Rogow
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developer = Based on a Concept Developed by Brent V. Friedman & Michael DeCourcey
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narrated = Roark Critchlow
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language = English
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num_episodes = Originally planned for 130, but the series has been extended.
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executive_producer = Stan Rogow Brent V. Friedman
producer = John Alexander Reed, Adam Sigel and Marlin Davis
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first_aired = February 28, 2007
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website = http://afterworld.tv/
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"Afterworld" is a computer-animated American science fiction television series created by writer Brent V. Friedman and artist/filmmaker Michael DeCourcey. Its naturalistic future setting, modelled after traditional Western movie motifs, presents an atypical science fiction backdrop for the narrative. Friedman served as executive producer, along with Stan Rogow.

"Afterworld" premiered in the United States on the YouTube and Bud.tv on February 28, 2007 with the production website being launched in May, 2007. The series quickly built a loyal fanbase but did not really take off until August, 2007 when it was 're-released' on MySpace. In conjunction with that release the series was also released in Australia on the Sci Fi Channel and also as a mobile pod-cast.

Production

Plot

After travelling to New York City on a business trip, Russell Shoemaker wakes to find all electronic technology dead and more than 99% of the human race missing. Driven by a need to discover the truth and determined to return to his family, he embarks on a journey to his home in Seattle, while recording and telling all of the events in his journal. "Afterworld" is the story of Russell's convert|3000|mi|km|sing=on trek across a post-apocalyptic America as he encounters the strange new societies rebuilding themselves. Along the way, he also attempts to solve the mystery of what caused this global event, which survivors refer to as "the Fall."

In addition to new forms of government, Russell discovers that technology has failed due to a persistent electromagnetic pulse, a product of a collection of satellites that was activated almost simultaneously to the Fall. An additional side effect of the EMP is the rapid mutation of many forms of life, including Shoemaker himself. He describes that his night-vision has improved dramatically, along with his endurance. Other examples are seen in cattle Russell happens across, who're dying of a previously unheard of flesh-eating disease.

Russell's journey eventually brings him to a nearly deserted San Francisco, and the headquarters of an organization known as the Parthia Group, who had developed a form of nano-technology, which identified humans with a particular genetic makeup.

Cast

Main characters

Russell Shoemaker (Age: 30)The protagonist of Afterworld, an advertising executive from Seattle, Washington. In hope of scoring big by spreading his campaign, he travels to New York City. On the first night he realizes that something is wrong and later finds out about the Fall. He starts travelling home after the Fall. During his journey he come across many people and creates friends and enemies. He hears many theories about what may have caused the Fall from various factions and individuals during his journey. Nationality, Russell is a Russian-American

Janelle Shoemaker Russell's wife and mother to his daughter, Kizzy. Her last residence was Seattle before "The Fall."

Kizzy Shoemaker The daughter of Russell and Janelle Shoemaker. Russell has several dreams of his daughter which could prove to be important throughout the series.

NYC characters

Officer Delondre Baines A fair NYPD mounted police officer. She witnessed "The Fall" firsthand during her night beat. The event had a profound impact on her. Delondre eventually finds herself in New Eden, and, after being converted to their belief system, is sent to kill Russell Shoemaker, known to the members of New Eden as The Walker, under the guise of the Fourth Horseman.

Mr. Tanaka A Japanese immigrant and World War II atomic bomb survivor. He also survived the 9/11 attacks on the Twin Towers. Tanaka gives Russell the first compelling theory about "The Fall."

Battery Bill Just embarked on a lucrative trade business with Flashlight Sue. Murdered by The Pack (a gang of hooligan survivors) before he could start his new life with Sue.

Sue Hollister A.K.A. Flashlight Sue Joined Battery Bill as a business partner after "The Fall," but is devastated when Battery Bill is murdered by The Pack.

Marla Baker Lost her husband to "The Fall" and is a mother of Jason Baker. Russell attempts to protect Marla and Jason from the violent gang, The Pack.

Jason Baker Marla's seven year old son who is rescued by Russell from The Pack.

Philadelphia Characters

Eli Lost everything he had in 1999 for reasons he does not disclose. He became homeless in NYC shortly thereafter. He rescues Rusell when he is severely injured in a bicycle accident. He gives Russell the idea that carrying a gun will only cause more violence and problems, so Russell takes Eli's advice to heart and discards his firearm that Delondre gave him. Russel later has a dream of Eli, where tells him that he was originally a wealthy jeweller in New York, but broke down after shooting an innocent man who he thought was trying to kill him.

Jack Hastings Although Russell does not actually encounter the actual Jack Hastings in this part of the series, he raids Hastings's mansion for vital supplies and information. What Russell discovers is that Jack Hastings is the Speaker of the House of Representatives. After reading several documents in Jack Hastings' office, Russ discovers that Jack could be a possible terrorist and key figure involved in "The Fall."

Ed Hanley Astronomer from Virginia and a fugitive from a religious cult that was created after "The Fall." Russell runs into Ed while he is being chased by the infamous cult. Ed hands him a picture of something from outerspace and tells him to run when he witnesses his chasers.

Horseman #1 Not much is known about the first horseman during Philadelphia episodes except that he is one of Ed's hunters.

New Eden, PA Characters

John Daggert A.K.A. JD Former insurance salesman. He experienced a life-changing awakening when he witnessed his son's disappearance during "The Fall." Now he is the self-appointed leader and prophet of New Eden. He shows Russell a picture he had taken of his son disappearing during "The Fall."

Abby A home schooled teenager before "The Fall." She is now one of JD's loyal disciples.

Luther Gates A former mailman originally from Maryland. Reluctant occupant of New Eden because he was captured by the horsemen (New Eden's assassins/kidnappers.) He shows Russell through a telescope that there is a satellite or EMP in outerspace, which means that not all of technology had disappeared. He also helps Russ escape New Eden.

Broadcast history

Bud.tv : February 28, 2007 - present

Youtube.com : February 28, 2007 - present

Myspace.com : August 2007 - present

Sci-Fi Channel : August 2007 - present

Vuze.com : March 2008 - present

Channel 4 : April 12, 2008 - present

Axn East Asia : May, 2008 - present (Daily) 7.00pm Sin

ProSieben (German TV) : July 1, 2008 - August 31, 2008 (Daily)

AXN Bulgaria : August 9, 2008 - present Mon-Fri at 7.00pm

Season 1

Episode 1: The Big DayEpisode 2: DetritusEpisode 3: PurgatoryEpisode 4: DelondreEpisode 5: Central ParkEpisode 6: HibakushaEpisode 7: Homeland InsecurityEpisode 8: Darwin’s GhostEpisode 9: Man Of The HouseEpisode 10: 3000 Miles

Episode 11: Call Me EliEpisode 12: Terror WithinEpisode 13: House Of The SpeakerEpisode 14: DetourEpisode 15: Revelations

Episode 16: New EdenEpisode 17: Divine InterventionEpisode 18: PolaroidEpisode 19: Devil Among UsEpisode 20: Battle Lines

Episode 21: AuroraEpisode 22: In Short SupplyEpisode 23: MessengerEpisode 24: Mr. Shoemaker Goes To OhioEpisode 25: The First Horseman

Episode 26: 47 MinutesEpisode 27: SubterraneanEpisode 28: Looking GlassEpisode 29: A Quiet PlaceEpisode 30: An Offering To Uktena

Episode 31: The New World HistoriansEpisode 32: Fail SafeEpisode 33: Conflicting ReportsEpisode 34: The RiverEpisode 35: Conspiracies Can Come True

Episode 36: Rose MansionEpisode 37: NashvilleEpisode 38: Spontaneous CombustionEpisode 39: TemptationsEpisode 40: The Second Horseman

Episode 41: GracelandEpisode 42: The VirusEpisode 43: Control GroupEpisode 44: Do No HarmEpisode 45: A Good Lie

Episode 46: Truth Or ConsequencesEpisode 47: Off The GridEpisode 48: The HunterEpisode 49: WantedEpisode 50: R.I.P.

Episode 51: OklahomaEpisode 52: ElectricityEpisode 53: Who Are YouEpisode 54: ParthiaEpisode 55: Gone, Baby, Gone

Episode 56: The Cobalt ClockEpisode 57: Team AlphaEpisode 58: Faith In ScienceEpisode 59: Eve Of DestructionEpisode 60: Holiday Spirit

Episode 61: Morning StarEpisode 62: Warning SignsEpisode 63: ComplicationsEpisode 64: What Child Is This?Episode 65: The Brother

Episode 66: ManhuntEpisode 67: The SettlementEpisode 68: SanctuaryEpisode 69: Fight Or FlightEpisode 70: Change Of Heart

Episode 71: Welcome To The JungleEpisode 72: Something In The AirEpisode 73: Burden Of GuiltEpisode 74: PreyEpisode 75: Déjà vu

Episode 76: HelplessEpisode 77: Gone To GhanaEpisode 78: SolitaryEpisode 79: Almost HomeEpisode 80: The Remedy

Episode 81: The WalkerEpisode 82: Bad ReputationEpisode 83: UltimatumEpisode 84: Hidden AgendaEpisode 85: The Ever-Changing Truth

Episode 86: The CartelEpisode 87: A Window Of OpportunityEpisode 88: The BerserkerEpisode 89: Like ClockworkEpisode 90: Fair Trade

Episode 91: The Suicide SquadEpisode 92: Debt to SocietyEpisode 93: Showtime!Episode 94: Double BillEpisode 95: Convergence

Episode 96: The Third HorsemanEpisode 97: Change Of PlansEpisode 98: End Of The RoadEpisode 99: The Grim ReaperEpisode 100: Monumental

Episode 101: Road To RedemptionEpisode 102: NORADEpisode 103: Prisoners Of FateEpisode 104: Pushing ButtonsEpisode 105: Simple Pleasures

Episode 106: Lake CityEpisode 107: What Lies BeneathEpisode 108: The Devil InsideEpisode 109: Bottom LineEpisode 110: Pathological

Episode 111: The Fourth HorsemanEpisode 112: Bitter PillEpisode 113: Story Of The GunEpisode 114: A Little Help From My FriendsEpisode 115: Treasure Island

Episode 116: The ShipmentEpisode 117: First EditionEpisode 118: On The RecordEpisode 119: The Sting– Part OneEpisode 120: The Sting – Part Two

Episode 121: A New ChapterEpisode 122: Project: ContinuumEpisode 123: Truth In The CloudsEpisode 124: Matter Of TimeEpisode 125: Unholy Alliance

Episode 126: North By NorthwestEpisode 127: The Emerald CityEpisode 128: Shoemaker & AssociatesEpisode 129: 809 W. Blaine St.Episode 130: When The Levee Breaks

External links

* [http://afterworld.tv/ Afterworld.tv] - The US Afterworld Production Site (only available in selected countries)
* [http://afterworld.wikia.com/ Afterworld WIKI] - A sci-fi WIKI devoted to Afterworld that anyone can edit
* [http://www.afterworldtheories.com/redirect.html Broadcast Quality Afterworld Episodes:] - Released on March 28, 2008 all AW episodes are now available to view in broadcast quality on Vuze (only available in selected countries)
* [http://wordwall.afterworld.tv/ Afterworld Word Wall] - The US Afterworld Discussion Forum (only available in selected countries)
* [http://www.AfterworldTheories.com Afterworld Theories.com] - US Afterworld fan site with a plethora of afterworld resources including original scripts from the show, a record of all major theories about the show, research links, and a section where the Afterworld Production Team answers fan questions.
* [http://www.scifitv.com.au/Shows/Show.asp?id=63 SciFi Channel Australia: Afterworld]
* [http://www.afterworldblog.blogspot.com/ Afterworld Blog] - a blog about "that" aussie season ... (available everywhere)