: A radical extremist group releases a lethal, fast-acting biological weapon during a high-profile diplomatic event.
"The Gettysburg Virus" is the premiere episode of the science fiction television series , which first aired on October 7, 1998. The episode establishes the show's core premise: a secret NSA project that can send one person seven days back in time to prevent national catastrophes. Episode Summary "Seven Days" The Gettysburg Virus(1998)
: Parker must navigate the past, locate the source of the virus, and neutralize the threat before the 168-hour window closes. The "Gettysburg Virus" Characteristics In the show’s lore, the virus is depicted as: Highly Lethal : Near 100% mortality rate. : A radical extremist group releases a lethal,
: Symptoms appear almost immediately after exposure. Episode Summary : Parker must navigate the past,
: Chosen by the terrorists to represent a "new civil war" or a definitive turning point in American history. Production Context Series Creator : Christopher Crowe. Lead Actor : Jonathan LaPaglia as Frank Parker.