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.

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Last Days of the Space Age Soundtrack, music by episodes Last Days of the Space Age: Episode 1 Songs – S01E01 Last Days of the Space Age: Episode 2 Songs – S01E02 Last Days of the Space Age: Episode 3 Songs – S01E03 Last Days of the Space Age: Episode 4 Songs – S01E04 Last Days of the Space Age: Episode 5 Songs – S01E05

Songs from Last Days of the Space Age Soundtrack – Credits: Disney+

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.