Plot — What is Codename Icarus about?
Codename Icarus is a five-part British television serial produced by the BBC. Combinijg elements of teen drama and Cold War era conspiracy thriller, young prodigy Martin Smith is recruited by the mysterious Icarus Foundation, a shadowy organisation that exploits gifted children to develop advanced weapons, including a 'quark bomb'. The serial was broadcast twice-weekly, on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, from 8-9 December, 15-16 December, and 22 December. It is well remembered for being intelligent and hard-hitting, respectful of its young audience, and tackling complex themes, primarily the militarisation of science.
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Quick Facts
| Type | Web Series |
| First Aired | 1981 |
| Genre | Action & Adventure, Drama |
| Language | English |
| Seasons | 1 (5 episodes) |
| Audience Score | 65% (6.5/10, 2 votes) |
Codename Icarus — FAQ
Is Codename Icarus worth watching? Codename Icarus holds a 6.5/10 rating from 2 viewers. Codename Icarus is a five-part British television serial produced by the BBC. Combinijg elements of teen drama and Cold War era conspiracy thriller, young prodigy Martin Smith is recruited by the mysterious Icarus Founda
Who is behind Codename Icarus? Created by Richard Cooper.
Who is in the cast of Codename Icarus? It stars Barry Angel, Jack Galloway, Philip Locke, Peter Cellier, Debbie Farrington, John Malcolm and more.
Where can I stream Codename Icarus? Streaming availability for Codename Icarus is listed above when a platform is confirmed. MovieLink App is an info guide and hosts no files.
When did Codename Icarus release? It first aired in 1981.
