What Jack Swigert actually said was, “Houston, we’ve had a problem.”
The reason most people misquote this line is due to the movie Apollo 13 as follows:
“The film also depicts Lovell misquoting Swigert’s famous statement, “Houston, we’ve had a problem” as “Houston, we have a problem”. However, the filmmakers purposely changed the line – and the character speaking it – because the original quote made it seem that the problem had already passed."
Frank, I have to say that is some darn fine art work in that first panel! You even got the “gold tinfoil” texture on the LEM just right. (I’m a bit of a space nut)
Plods with ...™ over 12 years ago
The pink Flamingo is a nice touch. Logical too, considering the flights originated in Florida.
shmlss over 12 years ago
bob really needs anger management!!
Homer J over 12 years ago
That’s a great strip!
runar over 12 years ago
What Jack Swigert actually said was, “Houston, we’ve had a problem.”
The reason most people misquote this line is due to the movie Apollo 13 as follows:
“The film also depicts Lovell misquoting Swigert’s famous statement, “Houston, we’ve had a problem” as “Houston, we have a problem”. However, the filmmakers purposely changed the line – and the character speaking it – because the original quote made it seem that the problem had already passed."
Rainfoot over 12 years ago
After seeing the fantastic movie Apollo 18 it’s hard to look at the landing the same way, never thought rocks could be that creepy.
jbrabander over 12 years ago
Great job Frank! I wasn’t expecting that ending.
ottod Premium Member over 12 years ago
When Frank has fun with a strip, so do I. I especially like the mobile thingy on the car seat.
Lawrence Stetz Premium Member over 12 years ago
Is he dressed as a baby in his little car seat there?
docopenhaver over 12 years ago
Frank, I have to say that is some darn fine art work in that first panel! You even got the “gold tinfoil” texture on the LEM just right. (I’m a bit of a space nut)
Dry and Dusty Premium Member over 12 years ago
HILARIOUS! LOVE IT, FRANK! Richard Thompson started my day at CDS with a belly laugh and you are ending it with one as well! Thank you Sir!