FORGOTTEN SCI FI TV PRESENTS: "The Powers of Matthew Star" (1982)

"The Powers of Matthew Star" was a short-lived American science fiction television series about an alien prince hiding on Earth as a teenager. Alongside his guardian, he navigates high school while evading alien assassins and occasionally aiding the U.S. Air Force. The show experienced production delays and title changes before its debut. The first half focused on Matthew's struggles with adolescence and his growing powers, while the second half shifted to government missions. Critical reception was unfavorable, and the program was canceled after one season. Despite its premise of combining teen drama with superpowers, the series struggled to find an audience.