V (1983): The Making of a Sci-Fi Hit and How Its Creator Lost Control

In 1983, V brought giant spaceships, a shocking reveal, and the Visitors into millions of homes. But Kenneth Johnson’s story began as a warning about how easily people can surrender their freedom. How did a huge television hit slip out of its creator’s hands? And why did the weekly series leave fans with a cliffhanger that never aired? This is the story of V—from its unforgettable arrival to the ending viewers never got. Do you remember watching Diana’s reveal? Tell us which version of V you grew up with. #V1983 #VTheSeries #KennethJohnson #SciFiTV #80sTV #TVNostalgia