The Cape (1996): cast, story & where to watch
1996 · Series · ★ 7.5
Released in 1996, The Cape is a drama series.
What it’s about. The Cape is an American dramatic TV series, with elements of science fiction, action/adventure, and drama, that was produced for syndication during the 1996–1997 television season. The Cape told the story of select members of the NASA Astronaut Corps at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida with a focus on their personal lives as they train for, and execute, Space Shuttle missions. The series stars Corbin Bernsen as USAF Colonel Henry J. "Bull" Eckert, an experienced astronaut who, early in the series, was the Director of Astronaut Training but later in the series was also tasked with the responsibility of Chief of the Astronaut Office. The series focused on authenticity and was filmed in and around Cape Canaveral, Florida. Former astronaut Buzz Aldrin served as technical consultant.
Who’s in it. The Cape stars Corbin Bernsen as USAF Col. Henry 'Bull' Eckert, Adam Baldwin as Col. Jack Riles, Cameron Bancroft as Capt. Ezekiel 'Zeke' Beaumont and Bobbie Phillips as Navy Pilot Lt. Cmdr. Barbara DeSantos, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, The Cape has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Cape page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Cape tend to enjoy Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba and Attack on Titan.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Cape (1996)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Cape change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Cape worth watching?
- The Cape holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Cape?
- The Cape stars Corbin Bernsen, Adam Baldwin, Cameron Bancroft, Bobbie Phillips and Bobby Hosea.
- When was The Cape released?
- The Cape was released in 1996.