Set against the backdrop of 1979 Western Australia, “Last Days of the Space Age” is a new drama series that premiered on Disney+ on October 2, 2024. The show intricately weaves together the lives of three families in Perth during a tumultuous period marked by significant events, including the Miss Universe pageant and the crash of the American space station Skylab. Music from the show’s soundtrack here.
The storyline unfolds in a community facing a power strike that threatens to plunge the region into darkness. Amidst this chaos, Judy Bissett, portrayed by Radha Mitchell, navigates her promotion at a local power facility, which puts her at odds with her striking husband, Tony Bissett, played by Jesse Spencer. Their daughter Tilly dreams of becoming an astronaut, clashing with societal expectations as she receives discouraging advice from her career counselor. The show captures the essence of familial relationships and personal aspirations against a backdrop of cultural and political shifts.
Radha Mitchell as Judy Bissett, Jesse Spencer as Tony Bissett, Deborah Mailman as Eileen Wilberforce, Linh-Dan Pham as Sandy Bui, Iain Glen as Bob Foden. Additional roles are filled by actors such as Mackenzie Mazur, Vico Thai, and Jacek Koman. Each character contributes to the rich tapestry of life in Perth during this pivotal time.
Last Days of the Space Age is created by David Chidlow and directed by Bharat Nalluri, with contributions from directors Rachel Ward and Kriv Stenders. Christine Pham serves as the producer alongside executive producers Laura Waters and Emma Fitzsimons from Princess Pictures. The writing team includes Alice Addison, Dot West, Alan Nguyen, and Jeremy Nguyen.
Last Days of the Space Age Soundtrack, music by episodes
Last Days of the Space Age: Episode 1 Songs – S01E01
- Xanadu – Olivia Newton-John
- Jive Talkin – Bee Gees
- Ca Plane Pour Moi – DEEVOX
- Le Freak – CHIC
- Love Is A Beautiful Song – Barry Crocker
- Bananas In Pyjamas – C. Blyton
Last Days of the Space Age: Episode 2 Songs – S01E02
- Go West – Village People
- Go West (Pipe & Brass Band Version) – Jess Ciampa, Brendan Champion, Dane Laboyrie, James Barrow
- Còn Nhớ Gì Không (Do You Remember?) – Phương Tâm
- Go West (Piano Version) – Andrew Scott
- Baby’s Birthday – Michael Yanoska
- Burglar – The Impostors
Last Days of the Space Age: Episode 3 Songs – S01E03
- I Feel Love (12′ Version) – Donna Summer
- A String Of Pearls – Glenn Miller & His Orchestra
- Rubberband Man – The Spinners
- When You Were Mine – The Movin’ Morfomen
- Love Is In The Air – John Paul Young
- Premonition – The Manikins
- Stumblin’ In – Suzi Quatro & Chris Norman
Last Days of the Space Age: Episode 4 Songs – S01E04
- Help Is On Its Way – Little River Band
- Shape I’m In – Jo Jo Zep and The Falcons
- Chattanooga Choo Choo – Glenn Miller & His Orchestra
- The Blue Danube – Johann Strauss
- Out Of The Blue – The Angels
- Nếu Có Xa Nhau (If We’re Far Apart) – Phương Tâm
- Mưa Trên Đảo Air Raya – Elvis Phương
Last Days of the Space Age: Episode 5 Songs – S01E05
Available on Disney+ and Hulu, this series offers viewers an opportunity to explore a nostalgic yet complex portrayal of life in Australia during the late 1970s. With eight episodes planned for its first season, audiences can expect a mix of drama and historical context that reflects on themes such as feminism, immigration, and cultural identity.