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DRAMA . 1996-1997 . 1 Season . 7.7/10

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The Cape is an American dramatic TV series, with elements of science fiction, action/adventure, and drama, that was produced for syndication during the 1996–1997 television season. The Cape told the story of select members of the NASA Astronaut Corps at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida with a focus on their personal lives as they train for, and execute, Space Shuttle missions. The series stars Corbin Bernsen as USAF Colonel Henry J. "Bull" Eckert, an experienced astronaut who, early in the series, was the Director of Astronaut Training but later in the series was also tasked with the responsibility of Chief of the Astronaut Office. The series focused on authenticity and was filmed in and around Cape Canaveral, Florida. Former astronaut Buzz Aldrin served as technical consultant.

Created By Kary Antholis
Network Syndication
Episodes 22
7.7/10
Rating
1
Seasons
22
Episodes
ENDED
Status
Updated Feb 16, 2026
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The Cape is an American dramatic TV series, with elements of science fiction, action/adventure, and drama, that was produced for syndication during the 1996–1997 television season. The Cape told the story of select members of the NASA Astronaut Corps at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida with a focus on their personal lives as they train for, and execute, Space Shuttle missions. The series stars Corbin Bernsen as USAF Colonel Henry J. "Bull" Eckert, an experienced astronaut who, early in the series, was the Director of Astronaut Training but later in the series was also tasked with the responsibility of Chief of the Astronaut Office. The series focused on authenticity and was filmed in and around Cape Canaveral, Florida. Former astronaut Buzz Aldrin served as technical consultant.

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Overview
The Cape has 1 season with 22 episodes spanning 1996-1997.
Cast
Corbin Bernsen stars as USAF Col. Henry 'Bull' Eckert in The Cape.
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Rating
With a 7.7/10 rating from 3 votes, The Cape is considered highly rated.
Year context
The Cape first aired 30 years ago in 1996.

SEASONS (1 season, 22 episodes)

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SERIES INFO

1
Seasons
22
Episodes
Ended
Status

CREW

Creator
Kary Antholis

NETWORKS (1)

Syndication

DETAILS

First Aired
Last Aired
Status
Ended
Seasons
1
Episodes
22
Rating
7.7/10 (3 votes)
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is The Cape about?
The Cape is an American dramatic TV series, with elements of science fiction, action/adventure, and drama, that was produced for syndication during the 1996–1997 television season. The Cape told the story of select members of the NASA Astronaut Corps at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida with a focus on their personal lives as they train for, and execute, Space Shuttle missions. The series stars Corbin Bernsen as USAF Colonel Henry J. "Bull" Eckert, an experienced astronaut who, early in the series, was the Director of Astronaut Training but later in the series was also tasked with the responsibility of Chief of the Astronaut Office. The series focused on authenticity and was filmed in and around Cape Canaveral, Florida. Former astronaut Buzz Aldrin served as technical consultant.
How many seasons does The Cape have?
The Cape has 1 season with 22 episodes total.
Who created The Cape?
The Cape was created by Kary Antholis.
Who stars in The Cape?
The cast of The Cape includes Corbin Bernsen, Adam Baldwin, Cameron Bancroft, Bobbie Phillips, Bobby Hosea.
What is the rating of The Cape?
The Cape has a rating of 7.7 out of 10 based on 3 votes on TMDB.
Is The Cape still running?
The Cape has ended. The final episode aired on .

GENRES (1)

Drama
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