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When Does The Time Tunnel Season 2 Come Out? Is It Renewed?

The Time Tunnel ended after Season 1.

IMDb

7.5/10

Seasons

1

Episodes

30

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Diagnostics

Network
ABC
First aired
1966-09-09
Last aired
1967-04-07
Runtime
60 min

Awards Won 1 Primetime Emmy. 1 win & 1 nomination total

Predictive Logic Analysis

The Time Tunnel has concluded its run. Production records list the series as ended, meaning the story has been brought to a planned close rather than left open. Barring a revival, there is no Season 2 in development.

What is The Time Tunnel about?

The Time Tunnel is an audacious exercise in science fiction adventure that turns the entire span of human history into a playground for two hapless scientists. When physicists Tony Newman and Doug Phillips become trapped in a secret government time machine buried beneath the Arizona desert, they're forced into a desperate game of temporal pinball, hurtled backward and forward through the centuries with no control over their destination. Each episode strands them in a different historical crisis or fantastical scenario—from the sinking of the Titanic to the eruption of Pompeii to the American Civil War—where they must navigate their predicament while preventing disaster and searching for a way home. The promise of the series lies in its fundamental appeal: unlimited adventure, where the scope of storytelling possibilities is literally endless, and where any corner of history or imagination becomes the setting for the next week's cliffhanger.

As the third science fiction entry from powerhouse producer Irwin Allen, The Time Tunnel represents his signature approach of blending spectacle with heart, wrapping cutting-edge special effects and ambitious production design around human drama and moral stakes. The show's tone balances the camp inherent in its high-concept premise with genuine moments of peril and emotion, creating something that operates as both a thrill ride and a character study of two men fighting against impossible odds. The weekly reset structure—landing in a new era each episode—gives the series an episodic flexibility that rewards casual viewing while the overarching escape narrative provides emotional continuity for invested audiences.

Though it lasted only a single season on ABC, The Time Tunnel has endured as a beloved touchstone of 1960s television science fiction, maintaining respectable affection among fans who appreciate its earnest ambition and willingness to explore historical and fantastic scenarios with genuine creative energy. Its IMDb score of 7.5 reflects the durable appeal of Allen's vision and the earnest performances of James Darren and Robert Colbert, who ground the fantastic premise with likable chemistry and consistent vulnerability. The series has found new life through repeated syndication and modern streaming platforms, introducing generations of viewers to its particular brand of retro-futuristic adventure.

The Time Tunnel stands as a testament to the golden age of 1960s network television, when ambitious science fiction concepts could command prime-time slots and substantial budgets. While overshadowed in cultural memory by contemporary shows like Star Trek, it represents an equally vital part of the era's imaginative optimism, offering viewers something Star Trek couldn't quite deliver: a sense of absolute narrative unpredictability, where the next episode truly could be anything.

Created by Irwin Allen

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The Time Tunnel seasons

Season 11966 · 30 ep
  • 1. Rendezvous with Yesterday1966-09-09 · ★ 8.0
  • 2. One Way to the Moon1966-09-16 · ★ 7.0
  • 3. End of the World1966-09-23 · ★ 7.0
  • 4. The Day the Sky Fell In1966-09-30 · ★ 7.0
  • 5. The Last Patrol1966-10-07 · ★ 7.5
  • 6. Crack of Doom1966-10-14 · ★ 7.0
  • 7. Revenge of the Gods1966-10-21 · ★ 7.0
  • 8. Massacre1966-10-28 · ★ 7.5
  • 9. Devil's Island1966-11-11 · ★ 7.0
  • 10. Reign of Terror1966-11-18 · ★ 7.0
  • 11. Secret Weapon1966-11-25 · ★ 6.5
  • 12. The Death Trap1966-12-02 · ★ 7.0
  • 13. The Alamo1966-12-09 · ★ 6.5
  • 14. Night of the Long Knives1966-12-16 · ★ 7.0
  • 15. Invasion1966-12-23 · ★ 7.0
  • 16. The Revenge of Robin Hood1966-12-30 · ★ 7.0
  • 17. Kill Two by Two1967-01-06 · ★ 7.0
  • 18. Visitors from Beyond the Stars1967-01-13 · ★ 7.0
  • 19. The Ghost of Nero1967-01-20 · ★ 7.0
  • 20. The Walls of Jericho1967-01-27 · ★ 3.0
  • 21. Idol of Death1967-02-03 · ★ 7.0
  • 22. Billy the Kid1967-02-10 · ★ 7.0
  • 23. Pirates of Deadman's Island1967-02-17 · ★ 7.0
  • 24. Chase Through Time1967-02-24 · ★ 7.0
  • 25. The Death Merchant1967-03-03 · ★ 7.0
  • 26. Attack of the Barbarians1967-03-10 · ★ 7.0
  • 27. Merlin the Magician1967-03-17 · ★ 7.5
  • 28. The Kidnappers1967-03-24 · ★ 7.0
  • 29. Raiders from Outer Space1967-03-31 · ★ 8.0
  • 30. Town of Terror1967-04-07 · ★ 6.0

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The Time Tunnel cast

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James Darren

James Darren

Tony Newman

Robert Colbert

Robert Colbert

Doug Phillipps

Whit Bissell

Whit Bissell

General Heywood Kirk

Lee Meriwether

Lee Meriwether

Dr. Ann McGregor

John Zaremba

John Zaremba

Dr. Raymond Swain

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    Frequently asked

    When does The Time Tunnel Season 2 come out?
    The Time Tunnel ended after Season 1.
    Is The Time Tunnel renewed or cancelled?
    The Time Tunnel has ended. Its final season has already aired and no further seasons are expected.
    How many seasons of The Time Tunnel are there?
    The Time Tunnel has aired 1 season so far.
    How many episodes of The Time Tunnel are there?
    There are 30 episodes of The Time Tunnel across 1 season.
    Who created The Time Tunnel?
    The Time Tunnel was created by Irwin Allen.
    Where can I watch The Time Tunnel?
    The Time Tunnel is available to stream on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
    What is The Time Tunnel's IMDb rating?
    The Time Tunnel holds an IMDb rating of 7.5/10 from 4,642 votes.