What was Courteney Cox's first sci-fi role?

Courteney Cox's first sci-fi role was as Gloria Dinallo in the 1985 NBC series 'Misfits of Science'.

What was the premise of 'Misfits of Science'?

The show followed a team of superhumans assembled by Dr. Billy Hayes who worked for the Humanidyne Institute, until they discovered the organization's plan to weaponize them.

Who played the other characters in 'Misfits of Science'?

Besides Courteney Cox, the series featured characters like Dr. Elvin 'El' Lincoln who could shrink and 'Johnny B' Bukowski with electrical powers.

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Before Friends: Courteney Cox's Superpowered Past

16 Feb

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Courteney Cox starred in the short-lived sci-fi series 'Misfits of Science'.
The show featured a team of superhumans fighting a corrupt defense contractor.
Cox played a telekinetic teenager in the 1985 show.

Before Friends: Courteney Cox's Superpowered Past

Courteney Cox, now famous for her "Friends" role, began her acting career with lesser-known parts, including a role in the 1985 NBC series "Misfits of Science." The show explored a team of superhumans assembled by research scientist Dr. Billy Hayes.

Operating under the defense contractor Humanidyne Institute, the team was initially tasked with protecting individuals with superpowers. However, when their boss sought to weaponize the team, Dr. Hayes intervened. He formed the "Misfits of Science" to expose the institute.

Cox portrayed Gloria Dinallo, a telekinetic teen. Other characters included Dr. Elvin "El" Lincoln, who could shrink, and "Johnny B" Bukowski, a musician with electrical powers. The series' pilot also featured Beef Beifneiter, who could create ice, but this character was soon removed, allegedly due to potential legal issues with Marvel Comics.

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