The Eagle Obsession (and Beyond…) to be screened at Manchester: 1999

Fans of Space: 1999 will have a special opportunity this September as filmmaker Jeffrey Morris travels to the United Kingdom for Manchester: 1999 – A 50th Anniversary Celebration, taking place 11th-13th September, 2026, at the Holiday Inn Manchester-Oldham.

On Saturday, 12th September, Morris will screen The Eagle Obsession, a visually stunning feature-length documentary that investigates the origins of the iconic Eagle Transporter and ongoing global impact of a unique moment in human history. He will return on Sunday, 13th September, for a screening of Beyond the Eagle Obsession, which continues the story by highlighting the passion and dedication of Space:1999 and Eagle fans around the world. Beyond the Eagle Obsession features tributes to Brian Johnson and Gerry Anderson.

Manchester: 1999 celebrates the 50th anniversary of the premiere of Space:1999 and will bring together fans from across the globe for a weekend of special guests, presentations, exhibits, and memorabilia. Attendees will also have the opportunity to view original props, models, costumes, and set pieces from the classic series.

Click here for tickets and event information and here for special rates for Fanderson members.