"The Incredible Hulk" is a television series that aired from 1977 to 1982. It was developed by Kenneth Johnson and is based on the Marvel Comics character of the same name. The series starred Bill Bixby as Dr. David Banner and Lou Ferrigno as the Hulk.
The premise of the show follows Dr. David Banner, a physician and scientist who, after being exposed to gamma radiation during an experiment gone wrong, transforms into a powerful green-skinned creature known as the Hulk whenever he experiences intense emotions such as anger or stress. Fueled by guilt and a desire to find a cure for his condition, Banner travels across the United States under various aliases while evading the pursuit of investigative journalist Jack McGee (played by Jack Colvin), who is determined to uncover the truth about the Hulk.
Each episode typically follows Banner as he becomes involved in the lives of different people he encounters during his travels, often using his scientific expertise to help them with their problems. However, when situations escalate and Banner's emotions reach a boiling point, he transforms into the Hulk, a creature of immense strength and power, leading to both dramatic confrontations and acts of heroism.
"The Incredible Hulk" is fondly remembered for its sympathetic portrayal of the titular character and its exploration of themes such as loneliness, redemption, and the consequences of unchecked scientific ambition. Despite its departure from the comic book source material in some respects, the series was successful and remains a beloved classic among fans of both the character and 1970s/1980s television.
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