Quick Plot Summary: Released in 1981, Thunderbirds in Outer Space is a Science Fiction, Adventure, Family, Animation film directed by David Lane, written by Tony Barwick. The narrative explores futuristic concepts and technological possibilities while examining humanity. As part of the Thunderbirds (Animation) Collection, it provides a scannable look at the movie's central conflict involving Peter Dyneley as Jeff Tracy / Professor Heinz Bodman (voice).