Step back to 1979 Western Australia, where the world holds its breath as Skylab, America's first space station, is set to crash back to Earth. For the Jones family, this cosmic event mirrors their own personal upheavals. The eight-part series follows three siblings—Judy, Tom, and Sissy—as they navigate the turbulent worlds of first loves, friendships, and family secrets. While the kids grapple with growing up, their parents' marriage shows signs of strain under the pressure of secrets and ambition. "Last Days of the Space Age" is a compelling blend of coming-of-age drama and nostalgia, set against a backdrop of cosmic anxiety and the end of an era. season 1 ended on October 02, 2024 sign up for a reminder.
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Last Days of the Space Age is a drama series set in Australia during 1979, a time when space exploration and global politics were changing rapidly. The story follows three families living in Perth as they experience personal struggles and societal changes while the city prepares for the unexpected crash landing of an American space station nearby. The show blends historical events with fictional characters, exploring themes of ambition, family secrets, and cultural clashes. With its unique setting and compelling storytelling, Last Days of the Space Age offers viewers a look at how ordinary lives are affected by extraordinary events from history. Season 1 ended on October 02, 2024 sign up for a reminder to catch future episodes or re-watch your favorite moments on Disney+.
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Set in 1979 Western Australia, when Perth was at the centre of the world’s headlines, a power strike threatens to plunge the region into darkness, while the city hosts the iconic Miss Universe pageant and the US space station, Skylab, crashes just beyond the city’s suburbs. Against this backdrop of international cultural and political shifts, three families in a tight-knit coastal community find their marriages, friendships, and futures put to the test.
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