Chris Boucher bol britský televízny scenárista, ktorý sa preslávil svojou prácou v žánroch science fiction a kriminálnych drám. V oblasti sci-fi prispel k seriálu Doctor Who tromi príbehmi a vytvoril jednu z jeho najznámejších spoločníčok. Boucher tiež slúžil ako editor scenárov pre kultový sci-fi seriál Blake's 7, kde sám napísal niekoľko epizód vrátane záverečnej. Neskôr vytvoril vlastnú sériu Star Cops, ktorá spájala prvky sci-fi a kriminálneho žánru.
The story follows Bucky Lew, who shattered the color barrier in professional basketball as the first Black player in a predominantly white league. His ambition extended beyond just playing; he aspired to excel in every aspect of the game, aiming to take on roles as a coach, general manager, and owner. This narrative highlights his determination and the challenges he faced in pursuit of greatness and equality in sports.
The story follows 14-year-old Boyd Kindle as he navigates the challenges of adolescence, particularly after losing his hair to alopecia and his father leaving. His passion for basketball offers a temporary escape, but he faces mixed reactions from his teammates. Boyd's fascination with Nietzsche deepens through his friendship with Sophie, a foreign exchange student with her own struggles. As he grapples with feelings of alienation and disappointment, Boyd must confront his misguided efforts to fit in and discover a path to self-acceptance and freedom.
The story follows Noel, who hides a troubled past behind a facade of bravery. As he strives to excel in his game, the bond with his older brother Pax deepens, driving them on a quest for truth and understanding. Their journey reveals the challenges they face and the lengths they will go to uncover the secrets that haunt them.
The Doctor and Leela arrive on Kaldor where the populace relies on benign and obedient robots to function, but the Doctor and Leela recognize these robots and know that they are not harmless servants.