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Alias Mr. Hackenbacker

Growing tired of the massive explosions that follow crashes or faulty landings, the airline industry has taken drastic measures to prevent any future accidents. Enter Hiram K. Hackenbacker, also known as Brains, whose latest invention, the Skythrust, will make flying infinitely more safe. Brains isn't the only International Rescue member with their face in the public eye, however, as the lovely Lady Penelope is in Paris to model a fabulous new clothing line for Francois, her friend and favorite French designer. Francois has actually developed a revolutionary new fabric, and while he should be thrilled he's only feeling stress, as he faces constant attempts to steal his secret invention. Between the hidden listening devices and spies outside her friend's window, Penelope comes to the conclusion that the safest place to debut the fabric would be at a fashion show on Brains' new plane. Citing safety concerns, Penelope arranges for the fashion show to be held aboard the Skythrust, a new pl

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  • Originally Aired October 16, 1966
  • Runtime 50 minutes
  • Content Rating United States of America TV-Y7
  • Production Code 29
  • Network ITV1
  • On Other Sites IMDB
  • Created March 1, 2020 by
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  • Modified May 7, 2022 by
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Name Type Role
Alan Pattillo Writer
Paul Maxwell Guest Star
Peter Dyneley Guest Star
Jeremy Wilkin Guest Star
Christine Finn Guest Star
David Graham Guest Star
Ray Barrett Guest Star
Sylvia Anderson Guest Star
Desmond Saunders Director