Invasion: UFO

Set in 1980, this science fiction film focuses on a clandestine military organization called S.H.A.D.O. The group is tasked with protecting Earth from an extraterrestrial race that kidnaps humans and animals to harvest their body parts. To combat this threat, the organization utilizes a variety of assets, including a lunar base with interceptors, a fleet of submarines, and an early warning satellite. Led by General James Henderson and Commander Ed Straker, a specialized team operates from a hidden facility located beneath a London film studio.

The movie was directed by Gerry Anderson and Cyril Frankel. For Anderson, this project followed his 1960 film Never Take Sweets from a Stranger. The screenplay was written by David Tomblin, and the film was produced by Reg Hill for companies including ITC Entertainment, Carlton International Media, and Century 21 Television. The cast features Ed Bishop as Commander Ed Straker, alongside George Sewell, Michael Billington, Wanda Ventham, Vladek Sheybal, and Derren Nesbitt.

The film received a moderate reception from viewers, earning a 5.8 rating on IMDb from 516 votes and a 5.7 rating on TMDB based on 30 votes.