As of May 14, 2024, Mystery Science Theater 3000 (MST3K) is precisely 35 years and 172 days old.
The Genesis of MST3K
Mystery Science Theater 3000, widely known by its abbreviation MST3K, is an American science fiction comedy film review television series that has captivated audiences for decades. Created by Joel Hodgson, the groundbreaking show first premiered on November 24, 1988, on KTMA-TV (now WUCW) in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
The series is celebrated for its unique premise: a human and his robot companions are forced to watch bad movies by an evil scientist, providing witty commentary and riffs throughout the films. This innovative format quickly garnered a dedicated fanbase and established MST3K as a cultural phenomenon.
Calculating MST3K's Exact Age
To determine the exact age of MST3K from its premiere date of November 24, 1988, to the current date of May 14, 2024, we break down the duration into full years and the remaining days.
Age Calculation Breakdown:
| Component | Value |
|---|---|
| Premiere Date | November 24, 1988 |
| Current Date | May 14, 2024 |
| Full Years | 35 years (from Nov 24, 1988, to Nov 24, 2023) |
| Remaining Days | 172 days (from Nov 25, 2023, to May 14, 2024) |
Detailed Day Count Since Last Anniversary (November 24, 2023):
- November 2023: 6 days (30 - 24 = 6)
- December 2023: 31 days
- January 2024: 31 days
- February 2024: 29 days (2024 is a leap year)
- March 2024: 31 days
- April 2024: 30 days
- May 2024: 14 days
Total Remaining Days = 6 + 31 + 31 + 29 + 31 + 30 + 14 = 172 days.
Therefore, MST3K has been a beloved staple in comedy and science fiction for 35 years and 172 days, continuing its legacy of sharp wit and humorous movie critiques. For more details on the series, you can visit its Wikipedia page.
