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: An Eagle scouting party lands on a planet where they encounter an intelligent, multicolored "rock".

: Like much of the series, the episode is praised for its high production values and looks particularly "fantastic on Blu-ray" due to original 35mm transfers. Critical Reception Spazio_1999_02x09

" All That Glisters " (Spazio: 1999, Season 2, Episode 9) is a divisive episode often cited for its campy tone and shift toward more simplistic science fiction typical of the show’s second year. Originally aired in 1976, it centers on the crew of Moonbase Alpha encountering a sentient, rock-like organism that requires water to survive. Review Overview : An Eagle scouting party lands on a

The episode is frequently critiqued for "stretching intelligent credulity". While some fans appreciate it as a piece of "escapist fun" with a "period gusto", others view it as a low point in the series due to its perceived lack of scientific depth compared to the more philosophical first season. Key Elements & Plot Originally aired in 1976, it centers on the

: The organism is dying of dehydration and attempts to extract water from the Alphans, leading to a tense standoff where the crew must find a way to survive without destroying the unique lifeform.

: Directed by Ray Austin with a score by Derek Wadsworth , who replaced Series 1 composer Barry Gray to provide a more contemporary, funk-influenced sound.