The Alphans must navigate the planet's lethal atmosphere and communicate with the automated guardians of the chrysalises to prevent the next shockwave from destroying the Moon. The episode is notable for its exploration of communication with non-humanoid, highly alien life forms and the tension of a ticking-clock scenario. Production Facts
In this episode, Moonbase Alpha is threatened by a series of massive shockwaves originating from a nearby planet. Commander John Koenig, Alan Carter, and Maya travel to the planet to investigate and find a way to stop the destructive energy. They discover a civilization consisting of advanced, chlorine-breathing beings currently in a state of metamorphosis within protective cocoons—the " AB Chrysalis ".
: The Italian release of the series, Spazio: 1999 , sometimes featured alternate music cues, including scores by the legendary Ennio Morricone for certain compilation films. "Space: 1999" The AB Chrysalis (TV Episode 1976) - IMDb
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The Alphans must navigate the planet's lethal atmosphere and communicate with the automated guardians of the chrysalises to prevent the next shockwave from destroying the Moon. The episode is notable for its exploration of communication with non-humanoid, highly alien life forms and the tension of a ticking-clock scenario. Production Facts
In this episode, Moonbase Alpha is threatened by a series of massive shockwaves originating from a nearby planet. Commander John Koenig, Alan Carter, and Maya travel to the planet to investigate and find a way to stop the destructive energy. They discover a civilization consisting of advanced, chlorine-breathing beings currently in a state of metamorphosis within protective cocoons—the " AB Chrysalis ". Spazio_1999_02x12
: The Italian release of the series, Spazio: 1999 , sometimes featured alternate music cues, including scores by the legendary Ennio Morricone for certain compilation films. "Space: 1999" The AB Chrysalis (TV Episode 1976) - IMDb The Alphans must navigate the planet's lethal atmosphere