Quark

Quark (1977-1978)

EndedScripted showComedy, Science-Fiction

Quark is an American science fiction sitcom set on a United Galaxy Sanitation Patrol Cruiser, an interstellar garbage scow operating out of United Galaxies Space Station Perma One in the year 2226. Adam Quark, the main character, works to clean up trash in space by collecting "space baggies" with his trusted and highly unusual crew.

Network
Scheduleevery Friday (30 min)

Last Episode

Vanessa 38-24-36
Season 1Episode 830 min

Vanessa 38-24-36

Vanessa is the new computer installed on Quark's ship that is designed to eliminate the need for a human commander.  Quark is upset over Vanessa's omnipotence, not to mention the fact he might soon be unemployed.  Vanessa doesn't help matters when she gases the crew and closes the door on Quark's air hose while he's out for a space walk.

Apr 7, 1978

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E08Vanessa 38-24-36Apr 7, 1978
S01E07All the Emperor's Quasi-Norms (2)Mar 31, 1978
S01E06All the Emperor's Quasi-Norms (1)Mar 24, 1978
S01E05Goodbye, PolumbusMar 17, 1978
S01E04The Good, the Bad and the FicusMar 10, 1978
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did the TV show 'Quark' premiere?

'Quark' premiered on May 7, 1977.

Who created the TV show 'Quark'?

'Quark' was created by Buck Henry.

What genre does 'Quark' belong to?

'Quark' is a science fiction sitcom.

Who played the main character in 'Quark'?

Richard Benjamin played the main character, Adam Quark, in 'Quark'.

What is the premise of 'Quark'?

'Quark' follows the adventures of a space garbage collector who gets involved in various comedic intergalactic misadventures.

Who played the character of Ficus on 'Quark'?

Richard Kelton played the character of Ficus on 'Quark'.

What is the name of the spaceship in 'Quark'?

The spaceship in 'Quark' is called the United Galaxy Sanitation Patrol Cruiser.

How many episodes were there in the first season of 'Quark'?

The first season of 'Quark' consisted of a total of eight episodes.

Which network aired 'Quark'?

'Quark' aired on NBC.

Who played the character of Betty on 'Quark'?

Tricia Barnstable played the character of Betty on 'Quark'.

What is the name of the robot on 'Quark'?

The robot on 'Quark' is called Gene/Jean.

Who played the character of Otto Palindrome on 'Quark'?

Conrad Janis played the character of Otto Palindrome on 'Quark'.

What is the running time of each episode of 'Quark'?

Each episode of 'Quark' had a running time of approximately 30 minutes.

Who played the character of Princess Libido on 'Quark'?

Patricia Barnstable played the character of Princess Libido on 'Quark'.

What is the name of the theme song for 'Quark'?

The theme song for 'Quark' is called "Quark Main Title" and was composed by Perry Botkin Jr.

Did 'Quark' receive any awards or nominations?

No, 'Quark' did not receive any major awards or nominations.

Cast

Tim Thomerson

Tim Thomerson

plays Gene / Jean
Richard Benjamin

Richard Benjamin

plays Adam Quark
Conrad Janis

Conrad Janis

plays Dr. Otto Palindrome
Douglas Fowley

Douglas Fowley

plays Dr. O. B. Mudd
Alan Caillou

Alan Caillou

plays The Head
Richard Kelton

Richard Kelton

plays Ficus Pandorata
Cyb Barnstable

Cyb Barnstable

plays Betty II
Patricia Barnstable

Patricia Barnstable

plays Betty I
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Characters

Gene / Jean

Gene / Jean

played by Tim Thomerson
Adam Quark

Adam Quark

played by Richard Benjamin
Dr. Otto Palindrome

Dr. Otto Palindrome

played by Conrad Janis
Dr. O. B. Mudd

Dr. O. B. Mudd

played by Douglas Fowley
The Head

The Head

played by Alan Caillou
Ficus Pandorata

Ficus Pandorata

played by Richard Kelton
Betty II

Betty II

played by Cyb Barnstable
Betty I

Betty I

played by Patricia Barnstable
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Also known as

  • Кварк (Russian Federation)

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