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Hell on Wheels

  • Episode aired Dec 8, 1982
  • TV-14
  • 1h
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7.4/10
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Tracy Scoggins and Heather Thomas in The Fall Guy (1981)
ActionAdventureComedy

Jody goes undercover on a roller derby team to try and root out a criminal.Jody goes undercover on a roller derby team to try and root out a criminal.Jody goes undercover on a roller derby team to try and root out a criminal.

  • Director
    • Vince Edwards
  • Writers
    • Glen A. Larson
    • Burton Armus
    • Duane Poole
  • Stars
    • Lee Majors
    • Douglas Barr
    • Heather Thomas
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  • IMDb RATING
    7.4/10
    106
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Vince Edwards
    • Writers
      • Glen A. Larson
      • Burton Armus
      • Duane Poole
    • Stars
      • Lee Majors
      • Douglas Barr
      • Heather Thomas
    • 2User reviews
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    Lee Majors
    Lee Majors
    • Colt Seavers
    Douglas Barr
    Douglas Barr
    • Howie Munson
    Heather Thomas
    Heather Thomas
    • Jody Banks
    Markie Post
    Markie Post
    • Terri Michaels
    Janet Julian
    Janet Julian
    • Elizabeth 'Mad Dog' McClosky
    James Wainwright
    James Wainwright
    • Dave Robinson
    Tracy Scoggins
    Tracy Scoggins
    • June
    William Bryant
    William Bryant
    • Director
    Clu Gulager
    Clu Gulager
    • Marv Jackson
    Eddie Lo Russo
      Marcia del Mar
      • Girl Player #1
      Carmen Filpi
      Carmen Filpi
      • Harry
      Peggy Kubena
      • Rookie Girl Skater
      Glen Vernon
      Glen Vernon
      • Watchman
      Tory Christopher
      Tory Christopher
      • Skater
      • Director
        • Vince Edwards
      • Writers
        • Glen A. Larson
        • Burton Armus
        • Duane Poole
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      Hell on wheels

      Colt and Howie follow a roller derby team to San Diego to grab a female player (Janet Julian) who faces an assault charge with Jody being part of the team and find that she was just an unwitting accomplice to the manager who is using the team as a mask for his drug operations.

      Heather Thomas gets more screen time here when Colt asks her to go undercover at a roller derby so they can nab this girl; Colt and Howie get bruised when they try to nab her, thanks to the lady's friends coming to her. Clu Gulager plays the villain who deals with the white stuff. But Janet Julian's character thinks he's a good guy. There's some solid acting by Heather Thomas.
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      A Fiery Tour de Force: Heather Thomas in The Fall Guy, "Hell on Wheels"

      Heather Thomas delivers an electrifying, show-stopping performance in The Fall Guy's "Hell on Wheels," a role so magnetic it practically redefines what it means to steal the show. From the moment she steps on screen, Thomas commands every second with a dynamic range of emotions that is nothing short of breathtaking.

      In this episode, her portrayal of Jody Banks is a masterclass in blending grit with vulnerability. One moment, she's exuding unshakable confidence, racing into action with unrelenting determination, and the next, she's channeling raw, heartfelt emotion that leaves you utterly captivated. Her ability to seamlessly transition from comedic charm to gut-wrenching drama is unparalleled, proving her versatility as an actress.

      The intensity Thomas brings to her performance is matched only by her charisma. Whether she's taking control of high-octane stunts or delivering poignant, emotionally charged dialogue, she radiates a presence so powerful it's impossible to look away. Her chemistry with the rest of the cast elevates every scene she's in, turning what could have been just another action-packed episode into a deeply memorable installment.

      Heather Thomas doesn't just play a role in "Hell on Wheels"-she owns it. She explodes on screen with such energy and passion that it feels like the episode was crafted around her brilliance. It's the kind of performance that makes you sit back, shake your head, and wonder why her name wasn't engraved in Emmy gold for this.

      In short, "Hell on Wheels" is an episode that rides on Heather Thomas's towering shoulders. She's not just a star here-she's a supernova.

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        The Ballad of the Unknown Stuntman
        (Original Theme)

        Sung by Lee Majors

        Written by Glen A. Larson, Gail Jensen and David Somerville

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      • Release date
        • December 8, 1982 (United States)
      • Country of origin
        • United States
      • Language
        • English
      • Filming locations
        • Stage 22, 20th Century Fox Studios - 10201 Pico Blvd., Century City, Los Angeles, California, USA
      • Production companies
        • 20th Century Fox Television
        • Glen A. Larson Productions
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      • Runtime
        • 1h(60 min)
      • Color
        • Color
      • Sound mix
        • Mono
      • Aspect ratio
        • 1.33 : 1

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