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[edit] The coming of Mongo

At the opening of the strip, Earth was not being bombarded from Mongo; Mongo had arrived in the solar system from outer space and was on a collision course with Earth, threatening the end of the world. Dr. Zarkov had developed a rocket ship which when crashed into Mongo would deflect that planet. He went insane and kidnapped Flash and Dale onto his ship, and the three rocketed to Mongo.68.49.36.18 (talk) 22:35, 24 November 2007 (UTC)

[edit] Flesh Gordon

"A semi-pornographic parody called Flesh Gordon was released in 1972. It became a cult classic and was followed in the 1980s by several sequels."

One would do well to provide the name of said semi-pornographic parody. Hey, it probably merits its own article, but either way, an article refering to it should at least name it. Zvi Alon 20:22, 14 September 2005 (UTC)

The name is there: Flesh Gordon. Rick Norwood 22:04, 14 September 2005 (UTC)
I have never heard of any sequels to Flesh Gordon. --emb021

[edit] Writers

One might hope for the name of Flash's writers. (As usual in dealing with strips they get short shrift.) Or am I to presume Raymond wrote it, too? (That contradicts what I've read elsewhere, but I can't credit a writer...) 70.64.128.34 03:40, 24 October 2005 (UTC)squadifteen

[edit] Star Wars

"The six-part Star Wars saga is loosely based upon the Flash Gordon series"... Any references to back up this statement? --Jquarry 21:09, 27 November 2005 (UTC)

George Lucas in interviews has stated many times that he attempted to get the rights to Flash Gordon. Failing that, he made the original Star Wars in an attempt to recapture the thrill of the old Flash Gordon serials. Rick Norwood 23:03, 27 November 2005 (UTC)
Could you please cite one or two of these interviews? The information supplied is intriguing -- but Wikipedia content must be verifiable. I'd like to look up and read, watch, or hear these many interviews myself. Thanks! 66.17.105.226 01:24, 7 June 2006 (UTC)
I also find this statement intriguing. Perhaps this paragraph can be expanded--that is, actually tell WHAT parts of Star Wars are based on Flash Gordon.--Kingofthesystem 22:43, 10 January 2006 (UTC)
I think its safer to say that Star Wars was inspired by Flash Gordon. George Lucas was a fan of the serials and the tv show from the 50's. There as been many mentions that he wanted to secure the rights and make a Flash Gordon movies in the 70's. The truth is that I dont think there is an actual interview where he actualy mention this or say it in so many words. The influence of Flash Gordon on Star Wars can be seen in the movies however.-- User:starwarsfans 18:49 26 June 2007


--In the late 1980's, the TNT cable network aired a documentary about serials. In it they referred to Geroge Lucas using "Flash Gordon Conqures the Universe" as an inspiration for Star Wars. In that particular serial there are scenes in an Ice region of Mongo, "Frigia" that could be compared to Hoth. I also can't seem to remember if he mentioned Flash Gordon in the "Making of Star Wars" documentary that aired in the late 70's. (ALPH) —Preceding unsigned comment added by Alphaprobe (talk • contribs) 06:32, 11 May 2008 (UTC)

[edit] GORDONS ALIVE!

The section about the Film Version of Flash Gordon mentions Brian Blessed's cult role as Vultan. The most famous line he uses is: "GORDONS ALIVE!" (the capitalisation is important - Brian Blessed has a very *booming* voice that sounds very loud). This is famous in many situations in the UK. I'd like to add this quote to this section. Please, if you've heard someone say "GORDONS ALIVE" lately, add a note here.

The use of all caps to indicate a booming voice is unnecessary. An exclamation point will do. Also, did he perhaps say, "Gordon's alive!"
Never heard the phrase myself. Rick Norwood 18:07, 26 December 2005 (UTC)
That's funny that. You'd imaging that a quick google would turn up such a famous quote (as a sound sample), yet I can't find it. IMDB lists this as a quote though. Urban Myth? --Ooblick 18:32, 2 January 2006 (UTC)

This quote is moderatly well known. I would say that if you knew about the film and or song you would probably have heard the quotation.

Its probably well known because of the Queen theme song which also contains it.

[edit] "campy"

In American English, any noun can be adjectived. Rick Norwood 13:32, 14 March 2006 (UTC)


[edit] Movie Question

I have attempted to re do the "Movies" section with a 3.1, 3.2 etc scheme, but I haven't quite figured it out, could some body touch up that part stylistically?--Dudeman5685 21:53, 6 May 2006 (UTC)

I think I cleaned it up as per your suggestion. Hope that helps. IrishGuy 22:14, 6 May 2006 (UTC)


[edit] DVD AVAILABILITY

The Flash Gordon Motion Picture (1980) is currently out of print on DVD and VHS in the U.S. However, a Silver Aniversary Edition has been released on DVD in the UK.

Thanks for the news. I'll give amazon.uk a try. Rick Norwood 15:01, 26 June 2006 (UTC)

[edit] Buck Rogers

I think the bit about Buster Crabbe representing Flash Gordon may be incorrect. After all, Crabbe also played Buck Rogers in the 30s serials. -JdSf 19:41, 27 November 2006 (UTC)

But in this case, the character is named "Gordon". Rick Norwood 21:20, 27 November 2006 (UTC)

[edit] There's exist

The information about the animated series The New Adventures of Flash Gordon, of Filmation, now is in the article of that series.

Now can erase of this article. Is not vandalism.—The preceding unsigned comment was added by 200.52.115.60 (talk) 22:30, 18 December 2006 (UTC).


[edit] New Movie/Series?

During late December 2006 and early January 2007, Sci-Fi Channel ran a preview for their 2007 line-up, and under new original features, like movies and mini-series, they showed the title Flash Gordon. Has there been any information besides this minor teaser?--Tenka Muteki 07:56, 26 February 2007 (UTC)

It starts filming in May according to the BC film commision. http://www.reelwest.com/happening/bclist/bclist.htm (This link may be relevent to the discussion for a limited time) -posting semi anonymous.

I've removed material about other products of the Sci-fi Channel, since they're not relevant to the subject of the article. The precise dating of the promotional announcement was not pinned down to 2006 or 2007 (it was during a broadcast of The Lost Room) so if someone cares to make that more clear, go right ahead. I live in Vancouver and my understanding is that they're currently shooting the new Flash Gordon series locally. Accounting4Taste 17:46, 14 August 2007 (UTC)

[edit] Fair use rationale for Image:Flash gordoncomic.jpg

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The fair use concerns have been addressed however, since Flash Gordon originally appeared in the comic strip, I think a comic strip would be a better choice for the lead image in this article. Rick Norwood 14:48, 1 July 2007 (UTC)

[edit] Fair use rationale for Image:Flash gordoncomic.jpg

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BetacommandBot 23:16, 1 July 2007 (UTC)

I've attempted to address this, by adding a line of explanation. Rick Norwood 14:17, 2 July 2007 (UTC)

[edit] Character Page

why does Dale, Zarkoff, Ming, Barin, and Vultan all have their own pages, but not Flash?

This is Flash Gordon's page. Rick Norwood 15:29, 12 August 2007 (UTC)

Is Flash Gordon the character's real name? In the SciFi series they gave him the first name of Steve. Since the character is originally from 1934, I could imagine that Flash was originally his real name. Wenin 15:52, 12 August 2007 (UTC)

I've always assumed "Flash" is a nickname he won as a polo player, but since no other name has been given, he is known as Flash. I doubt the new tv series will change that. Rick Norwood 12:29, 13 August 2007 (UTC)
1) It did; his real name is Steve, and his father (in a flashback) gives him the nickname. I believe I've read that the original acquired his nickname at Yale because of his polo playing; the Holloway Pages quote suggests that, but does not explicitly confirm it. (Disclaimer: I happen to know it was possible to acquire the nickname at Yale, though not necessarily for polo :-)
2) This wasn't really a character page; I'll adjust the intro accordingly.
—FlashSheridan 15:48, 14 August 2007 (UTC)

[edit] TV section

The relationship between the 1979-80 series and the 1982 film needs to be clarified. It appears to read now that the TV series took scenes from a film that wasn't released until two years after the series was made. The reference to a Hitler subplot makes no sense. Otto4711 22:03, 2 December 2007 (UTC)

And yet, that is in fact what happened! The film was made in 1979, and included a Hitler subplot. The TV series was made in 1979-80, using considerable footage from the unreleased film. Then, in 1982, the film was released as a "made for tv movie". Rick Norwood 23:06, 2 December 2007 (UTC)
Then that needs to be clarified (with reliable sources) in the article. Otto4711 18:27, 3 December 2007 (UTC)

[edit] Captain Gordon

Eh, I don't know much about Flash Gordon, but I think Captain Gordon from Disgaea would qualify as a parody.--Drkirby (talk) 02:47, 19 December 2007 (UTC)

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[edit] Rocketship?

The editied versions of the serials should be addressed more specifically. For instance, the edit of the first serial was entitled "Rocketship". It was about an hour, and I think it was a theatrically released (not just some made for video mashup). Many serials were re editied and show as film ("Buck Rogers" becomes "Planet Outlaws"). I don't know if "Trip to Mars" or "Flash Gordon Conquers the Universe" had alternate titles in the shorter feature form. (ALPH) —Preceding unsigned comment added by Alphaprobe (talk • contribs) 06:42, 11 May 2008 (UTC)