What is the plot of Automan?

A police officer creates an AI hologram that fights crime while maintaining a secret identity

What are the key story phases in Automan?

The story of Automan progresses through these phases: Digital Genesis, Secret Identity, Crime Fighting Partnership, Truth and Consequences.

How does Automan end?

In the final act ("Truth and Consequences"): As Automan's powers grow, the risk of exposure increases, forcing Walter to balance his dual identity while maintaining his position in the police department.

Automan (1983) — AI Story Visualization

Name: Automan
Genre: action-adventure, drama, sci-fi-fantasy
Released: 1983
Rating: 7.8

Plot Analysis Summary

Overall story structure across the single season, tracking the evolution of Walter and Automan's partnership.

Story Structure — 5 Plot Phases

Season 1: Digital Genesis

Season 1: Street-Level Investigations

Season 1: Personal Stakes & Suspensions

Season 1: High-Stakes Confrontations

Season 1: Undercover Climaxes

Automan is an American science fiction superhero television series produced by Glen A. Larson. It aired for only 12 episodes on ABC between 1983 and 1984.

Key Cast

Desi Arnaz Jr. — Walter Nebicher
Chuck Wagner — Automan
Heather McNair — Roxanne Caldwell
Gerald S. O'Loughlin — Cpt. E.G. Boyd
Robert Lansing — Lt. Jack Curtis

Rating: 7.8/10 (187 votes)