Marooned
Thursday, April 2, 1970
– April 8, 1970
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After spending several months in an orbiting lab, three astronauts prepare to return to Earth only to find their de-orbit thrusters won't activate. After initially thinking they might have to abandon them in orbit, NASA decides to launch a daring rescue. Their plans are complicated by a hurricane headed towards the launch site—and a shrinking air supply in the astronauts' capsule. Weeks at #1: 1 week Chart dates: April 8, 1970 Wiki link
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