Blakes 7: The Way Back (1978)
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Synopsis of Blakes 7: The Way Back
In the far distant future, the Earth and its space colonies are under the dictatorial rule of the Federation, which uses everything from physical torture to mind-controlling drugs to keep the populace under its thumb. Among the Federation's "perfect" citizens is Roj Blake (Gareth Thomas), whose memories of his previous life as a freedom fighter have been obliterated by the authorities. Upon recovering his full mental capacities and learning his true identity, Blake agrees to lead a revolt against the Federation -- only to be framed on a phony child-molestation charge and sentenced to the prison planet Cygnus Alpha. While onboard the prison transport vessel, Blake meets two fellow "outlaws" -- smuggler Jenna Stannis (Sally Knivette) and safecracker Vila Restal (Michael Keating) -- who are destined to join him in a bold escape attempt. Thus, with the episode titled "The Way Back," began the BBC1 TV run of Blakes 7 on January 2, 1978. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
Complete Cast of Blakes 7: The Way Back
- Gareth Thomas - Roj Blake
- Michael Keating - Vila
- Gillian Bailey - Ravella
- Robert James - Ven Glynd
- Peter Williams - Dr. Havant
- Margaret John - Arbiter
- Michael Halsey - Varon
- Nigel Lambert - Computer Operator
- Sally Knyvette - Jenna
- Robert Beatty - Bran Foster
- Alan Butler - Richie
- Jeremy Wilkin - Dev Tarrant
- Susan Field - Alta Morag
- Pippa Steel - Maja
- Rodney Figaro - Clerk of Court
- Director(s):
- Michael E. Briant
- Writer(s):
- Terry Nation
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