The Right Stuff
Overview
Set against the backdrop of the Cold War, NASA handpicks seven elite military test pilots to join the ranks of astronauts, embarking on a groundbreaking journey. As they vie for the honor of being the first to venture into space, these individuals push the limits of human achievement, igniting a sense of wonder and aspiration across the globe. Their remarkable stories of bravery, rivalry, and perseverance highlight the transformative power of exploration and the quest for knowledge during a pivotal moment in history.
Episodes
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1
Sierra Hotel
Set in 1959, the United States finds itself trailing behind Russia in the race to conquer space. To regain its footing, the country establishes NASA,...
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2
Goodies
The media swarm invades the personal lives of the astronauts. Shepard and Gordo struggle with the attention, while Glenn flourishes in it. Glenn mana...
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3
Single Combat Warrior
Following unsettling episodes of dizziness, Shepard seeks assistance from Dee O’Hara. At the same time, Cocoa Beach has shifted from a deserted loc...
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4
Advent
Following a failed rocket test, the Mercury 7 astronauts return home to celebrate Christmas. Shepard faces a tense holiday as his parents arrive just...
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5
The Kona Kai Séance
Trudy encounters Jerrie Cobb, who extends an invitation for her to be part of the inaugural all-female astronaut team. Meanwhile, the Mercury 7 heads...
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6
Vostok
President Kennedy assigns a scientific team to evaluate the credibility of the space initiative at Cape Canaveral. Meanwhile, Glenn, frustrated by th...
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7
Ziggurat
The night before the launch, Louise discovers that Shepard has been unfaithful in Tijuana. Meanwhile, Trudy witnesses Gordo making a joke about female...
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8
Flight
Following Shepard's intense journey into space, he finds himself feeling unfulfilled and uneasy. Taking Glenn’s counsel to heart, he tries to channe...
