Misty Moon Presents Growing Up with Thunderbirds

Dee Anderson’s Personal Journey Through Puppets, Pyrotechnics, And Pure Imagination

Prepare to blast off on an extraordinary journey through television history as Dee Anderson opens the doors to the incredible world of Thunderbirds — the groundbreaking series created by her parents, Gerry and Sylvia Anderson.

With warmth, humour, and a treasure trove of never-before-seen footage, Dee shares what it was really like growing up in the heart of one of the most iconic shows ever made. From the earliest days of Supermarionation to the explosive on-set adventures, Dee’s stories take audiences behind the scenes of a family — and a creative team — whose imagination changed the face of television forever.

Step into the studios where the magic happened — where futuristic rockets were built from household objects, explosions went off a little too close for comfort, and puppets with impeccable haircuts became global superstars. Hear about the on-set triumphs and near-disasters, the laughter, the chaos, and the sheer determination that brought the Andersons’ extraordinary vision to life.

As the daughter of the creative duo who dreamed up Thunderbirds, Stingray, and Captain Scarlet, Dee offers a uniquely intimate and affectionate insight into her parents’ genius — from Sylvia's glamorous attention to character and their joint creative storytelling with Gerry's relentless pursuit of technical perfection. Between them, they didn’t just make television — they made history.

Along the way, Dee shares the star-studded encounters and celebrity visitors who dropped by to witness the spectacle, as well as the personal moments that made growing up in the Anderson household such a one-of-a-kind experience. Expect laughter, nostalgia, surprises, and perhaps a few emotional moments as Dee brings to life the legacy that inspired generations.

Featuring rare archive clips, behind-the-scenes secrets, and stories never told before, Growing Up with Thunderbirds is both a celebration and a revelation — a heartfelt tribute to creativity, family, and the enduring power of imagination.

So fasten your seatbelts and get ready for launch — because once again…

THUNDERBIRDS ARE GO!