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M.A.N.T.I.S.
Original Run	August 26, 1994 to March 3, 1995
No. of Episodes	22
Genre(s)	Scifi Action
Creator(s)	Bryce Zabel
Exec. Producer(s)	Sam Hamm James Duff Sam Raimi Robert G. Tapert
Starring	Carl Lumbly Gary Graham Christopher Gartin Galyn Gorg Roger Rees Jerry Wasserman
Country of Origin	United States
Original Channel	FOX

M.A.N.T.I.S was a short-lived 1994 sci-fi action TV series created by Bryce Zabel. It was produced by Renaissance Pictures and Wilbur Force Productions and filmed in Vancouver, British Columbia. The series lasted only one season.

M.A.N.T.I.S stands for Mechanically Augmented Neurotransmitter Interactive System. It is an exoskeleton designed by scientist Dr. Miles Hawkins (Carl Lumbly) to overcome the paralysis that resulted from a shot to the back. The exoskeleton did more than return the use of Hawkins' legs. It gave him increased strength, speed, and agility. With the power to do something, he is unable to stand by and watch the corruption and violence around him and he, somewhat reluctantly, becomes a superhero. He takes on the identity of MANTIS.

In addition to his suit, he uses his knowledge of science and technology to create tools to help him fight crime. He uses a prototype police vehicle known as Chrysalid that is able to fly and travel under water. His tools aren't his only resource, however. He also has the help of John Stonebrake, a friend and colleague and Taylor Savidge a bike courier.

Despite his efforts in preventing and eliminating crime, he is not appreciated by the police who believe his efforts reflect poorly on them. The police are determined to bring the vigilante to justice while the media is determined to uncover the face behind the mask. Naturally criminals aren't fond of him either, but he perseveres.

Cast

• Carl Lumbly as Dr. Miles Hawkin/MANTIS
• Gary Graham as Capt. Ken Hetrick
• Christopher Gartin as Taylor Savage
• Galyn Gorg as Lt. Leora Maxwell
• Roger Rees as John Stonebrake
• Jerry Wasserman as Det. Paul Warren