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Network Distributing and Anderson Entertainment are planning a feast of Anderson classics in a streaming ‘watchalong’ from 7pm on the very first Gerry Anderson Day, 14 April 2021.

The 14th of April is the birthday of Gerry Anderson, whose great shows, including Thunderbirds, Captain Scarlet and UFO (all created with his wife Sylvia), have thrilled audiences for six decades. But this year the 14th of April is also Gerry Anderson Day, a day-long celebration of the life and work of the legendary producer.

As part of the celebrations, Network Distributing’s streaming service and Anderson Entertainment, Gerry’s content production company, have curated a unique time travel television experience – a fantastic, five-hour watchalong. Taking viewers through decades of Gerry Anderson hits, Gerry Anderson’s Night In will include famous shows, bespoke content, unseen footage, ads and much more!

This is a chance for Anderson fans to enjoy some of his greatest hits streaming in high definition – with some episodes never previously seen in HD.

Gerry Anderson’s Night In truly is a career-spanning event. And what a career! From 1960 to 2005 Gerry brought us Thunderbirds, Supercar, Fireball XL5, Joe 90, Space: 1999, Terrahawks and New Captain Scarlet – many of which will be included during this special night of history-making TV entertainment courtesy of Network Distributing’s new streaming service.

Although the Night In can be enjoyed any time from the 14th of April fans are encouraged to join in on the watchalong aspect, pressing play at 7pm with other fans around the UK and enjoying live Tweets from @networktweets and @GerryAndersonTV on Twitter.

Fans who want to get into the spirit of Gerry Anderson’s Night In before the main event can join his son Jamie and friends for a special show: FAB Live on the Anderson Entertainment fan-focussed livestream from 5:30-7pm UK time. Jamie will be joined by Richard James, Nick Briggs and other special guests for competitions, prizes, and a warm-up for the Gerry Anderson Night In watchalong. The livestream can be accessed via YouTube, Facebook, Twitter and Twitch.

To access Gerry Anderson’s Night In, just go to watch.networkonair.com/c/nights-in and sign up here for a free account ahead of the Night In’s premiere on 14th April. It’s a mere £4.99 – and of course the FAB Live event is free.