Voyagers! s01e16 Episode Script
Pursuit
Those Russians really know how to put on a show, don't they? You mean the Russians got to the moon? What happened to the Americans? I intend to have Dr.
Von Braun and his colleagues in my custody.
Somehow I'm gonna see that you make it to the Americans.
They must be taken alive.
Stay with them.
BOGG: We travel through time to help history along, give it a push where it's needed.
Bogg! BOGG: When the Omni's red, it means history's wrong.
Our job's to get everything back on track.
(OMNI dings) Green light, kid! We did it! (PLUMMETING) (BOTH GROANING) Cape Kennedy, the first U.
S.
Moon shot.
Oh, you blew it.
(OMNI BEEPING) Red light.
Maybe that was the wrong date or place or something.
No way.
Bogg, this place looks like a junkyard.
Oh, hey, look.
We must be kind of close, huh? Aerospace museum? That's an aerospace museum? Doesn't look like much of a gas station either, huh? Red light, huh? Some birthday present.
Huh! Come on.
"Anywhere you wanna go.
" That's what you said.
Hello? Is anybody here? No, there's nobody here.
Gas just pumps itself.
Hi.
What can I do for you, pilgrims? This is Cape Kennedy, isn't it? Canaveral.
Cape Canaveral.
You guys miss the ship or something? Oh.
No But we did hear about the museum.
Pretty hard to go anywhere without people talking about Wally's museum.
Absolutely famous.
You hungry? You look hungry.
I got moon dogs, rocket burgers, orbit colas.
Right up here at the snack stand.
Absolutely famous, hardly need to advertise.
Well, the gas business, now that's another story.
Been kinda slow ever since the government moved out.
Moved out? What about the moon shot? Hey! Wasn't that something? Those Russians really know how to put on a show, don't they? Of course, you couldn't understand a darned thing they were saying.
You mean the Russians got to the moon? Yeah, about two years ago.
Now for just about I've got a picture, color of course, some genuine Russian stamps, and that isn't all Wally Yes, sir.
We were kind of interested in the American space program.
Well, sure.
I guess we're all a little patriotic, but the Russian stuff, that's the best part of the tour.
What happened? What happened to the Americans? Kinda missed the boat, I'm sorry to say.
A little like your friend here.
You know the real rocket minds were the German V2 scientists in World War II.
We were supposed to get them over here.
You mean like Wernher Von Braun? Yeah.
Oh, thanks.
I was on my way to get this.
Moon dog.
Listen, it's all in the museum, guys.
Better than I can tell it.
Yeah, well, we're kind of in a hurry, Wally.
Do you think you can just tell us what happened? Where'd they go? Well, the way the story goes, they were all hiding out in the Austrian Alps and one of their own scientists handed them over to some Nazi general.
And he handed them over to the Russians.
That's how they got to the moon.
You wouldn't happen to know the date, would you? Not happen to, friend? I have a picture of those guys the day the Russians got them.
May 2nd, '45.
It's a real big seller.
It's only $2.
50.
Of course that's in black and white.
(OMNI BEEPING) Now if you want the frame, it's only five bucks more.
Are you gents interested in getting on the mailing list? Now that is really the way to go.
I do a mailing, oh, well, I'd say, just a couple of times a year.
Fellas? Fellas? (BEEPING) We're right near Reutte, Austria.
I set it for May 1, just in case.
Well, how are we going to find Von Braun? Up here.
No! Turn around the other way.
Keep moving.
Whatever you do, do not stop! You will attract their attention.
OFFICER: Halt! Von Braun and the scientists are here.
My information is unquestionable.
I tried.
I'm sorry.
I cannot waste any more time.
The scientists are here somewhere in this village.
It will not go well for any of you if I do not find them.
Got any extras? You have no papers? Not exactly.
We were just Shh.
There is very little time.
The Russians are advancing from the east.
The Americans approach from the south.
And you think they will be kind? (KAMMLER SCOFFS) I doubt it.
I intend to have Dr.
Von Braun and his colleagues in my custody.
And believe me, it will help all of our causes.
Herr General.
Yeah? (EXCLAIMS) So Enough! KAMMLER: You're all at liberty for the moment.
JEFFREY: That was close.
You are either brave men or complete fools.
Where are your papers? It's a long story.
And I hope a good one.
Kammler is not finished yet.
Yeah, well, Von Braun is in big trouble.
We're looking for him, too.
Who are you working for? We're here with the You! You are an American? Well, are you? Well You are.
Come.
We're just Americans! Thank heaven.
You were sent here to reach Wernher Von Braun? Do you know where he is? If you only knew how long and hard we have looked for you.
Now wait a minute.
I'm not sure you understand that Understand? Of course I understand.
Quickly, come with me.
He's right here in the village, Klaus, as we thought.
The informant? Yeah.
Now, I want a full squad, but strict orders, Klaus.
They must be taken alive.
Alive? But the orders? Oh, yes, to liquidate them, to bury their knowledge of our rockets.
But the Russians want that knowledge.
A deal with them may keep us out of a prison camp in Siberia.
And we know all about camps, don't we, Klaus? Now hurry.
We can always kill them later if we have to.
Come.
Bogg, you don't think he could be the traitor? I don't know.
(EXPLOSIONS) (KNOCKING ON DOOR) They're all right.
How are things here? I'm glad you're here.
Wernher's still disheartened.
You wait here.
The Wehrmacht is caught between the Allies and the Russians.
Fighting is fierce.
Wernher, Kammler is desperate.
We must get out of here.
I know, I know.
But haven't I done everything I can, and still we cannot lose him.
Maybe somebody else should try.
We are saved.
I have made contact with the Americans.
Where are they? Wait.
You will not believe it.
Could it be true? Wait.
Wait, Otto.
OTTO: Wernher, you were right.
We will see.
No.
All this time you were right.
Wait, Otto! You see? A boy? The Americans have sent a child to rescue us? Willie, please.
Let them speak.
Are you Dr.
Von Braun? You see? American! I'm sorry, but I think your friend's made a little mistake.
Mistake? I have made no mistake.
You said you were Americans.
That's not exactly what I said.
As I suspected, Ernst.
You have led Herr General Kammler directly to us all.
You lied.
You said you were here for Dr.
Von Braun.
I am here for all of you.
Believe me, we're not with Kammler.
We're not with anybody.
We're just We're here to warn you.
To warn us? About what? What more could you warn us about? I have some sensitive information.
Get them out of here.
No, Wernher, don't let them go.
We must listen.
Please Wernher, we are wasting precious time.
Doctor, I need to speak with you alone, please.
The only No! It is not with me you need to speak.
None of you! I cannot make any more decisions.
I am the one who made the mistakes.
What? Wernher, what are you talking about? I am not your leader.
I have tried and I have failed.
Wernher, no! You cannot give up now.
But look what I've gotten you all into.
My plans, my ideas, my bungling Enough! We cannot take a chance on Kammler's finding us.
We must surrender to the Russians.
No.
Here, Otto.
Take this radio crystal.
And broadcast on our special frequency.
And tell the others whatever you wish.
No! Please, Dr.
Von Braun, you've got to listen.
Just wait.
Before you bring all the scientists together, you have to (KNOCKING ON DOOR) Von Braun! Von Braun! (KNOCKING CONTINUES) KAMMLER: It would be simpler and safer to surrender.
It's Kammler.
But how did he find us? We're trying to make you listen.
One of your people is a traitor.
OTTO: No! VON BRAUN: Impossible.
KAMMLER: Give yourselves up and no one will be hurt.
KAMMLER: Von Braun! Ernst.
ERNST: Yeah! (ALL CHATTERING IN GERMAN) Leave it.
There is no time! Here.
The crystal.
Don't forget the crystal! (BANGING ON DOOR) Burn the rest.
(BANGING CONTINUES) Stay with them.
Go on.
What are you waiting for? You don't give me orders.
Move! Tear gas.
It's the only one we have left.
Use it well.
Come on! (OFFICERS SHOUTING) (COUGHING) ERNST: Go! (OFFICERS SHOUTING IN GERMAN) Schnell, in here.
Do it! Down that way! Head them off! They've escaped! Where are they? Quick, quick! Move! BOGG: Where are we going? OTTO: Into the mountains.
We have a camp.
JEFFREY: How far are we? OTTO: About five miles from the village.
I'm afraid we must face the fact that there is an informer among us.
It does not even matter who it is! If Kammler was able to find us in the village, he might know by now even where the campsites are.
I don't think so.
He would have been here by now.
Still, we must prepare to leave immediately.
Wernher, please tell them we cannot stay here any longer.
ERIKA: But, Otto, where should we go? To meet the Russians.
I'm sure the Americans will be here soon.
The guns get closer every day.
Yes, from both directions.
What about the traitor? Are we to ignore Herr Bogg's warnings even now? (ALL CLAMORING) Stop it all of you! Wernher, please, tell us.
What are we to do? No, Erika, I will not.
Dr.
Von Braun, the Americans are looking for you.
I'm sure of it.
Herr Bogg, everyone looks for us.
And everyone looks to me to deliver them to safety.
I couldn't even get myself out of Peenemünde safely.
I broke my arm when my car went off the road.
Now the war is almost over.
And I will have to let my friends decide for themselves.
But Wernher (ERIKA AND VON BRAUN CHATTERING) We have come this far together.
Please, this one last time, let me try to find the Americans.
This is foolishness.
We have no time for any more of your bicycle rides.
No.
I think we should let him go.
Just for a few hours.
Otto, it's Bogg, let me go with him.
No.
Please.
A man and a boy.
No one would suspect us.
That is fine with me.
I will get warmer clothes for both of you.
He will be safe with Ernst.
Perhaps much safer than he would be here.
Please.
(SIGHS) All right.
People are leaving the villages.
End of a war, many will be homeless.
Are you sure we're going the right way? Have we passed any of the German army? Sure.
Then we're going the right way.
Ernst.
He's my age.
Yeah.
And old men, too.
When all else is lost, we always seem to find more to lose.
Come.
Mr.
Bogg.
Dr.
Schumann.
I have something to tell you.
Yes? Back in the village.
The cellar.
I couldn't move.
I was frozen.
I should have thanked you sooner.
Forget it.
Well, I am most grateful.
Maybe you'd better save your thanks till you're really safe.
What is safe anymore? We used to have respect.
We used to have a life.
Now what are we? Just something to buy, sell, throw away.
That's not what people are for.
Erika.
I need your help.
I doubt that.
I am little good to anyone at this time.
Try, please.
Think back.
This afternoon, did anyone leave the basement? I know Ernst left.
But anyone else? I know of no traitors, Mr.
Bogg.
Erika, please.
I wasn't asking you to General Kammler has other means at his disposal.
Yes, I'm sure he does.
That's Do not ask me to raise your suspicions about anyone.
(EXPLOSIONS) (GUNS FIRING) Quickly, off the road! (EXCLAIMS) This way.
Here.
This trail leads south.
Let us hide the bicycles.
We'll leave them here.
We must be close.
Ja, we are close.
But to which side? How do you know the Americans are south? We have received reports.
Americans south.
Russians east.
(MUTTERING IN GERMAN) Excuse me, Dr.
Von Braun.
Your people need you.
They've come to depend on you.
And in just a little while they're gonna need you more than ever.
Yes.
Yes.
You've encouraged that.
I was wrong.
Too late.
You are a stranger.
What do you know of us? Enough.
Tell me about Kurt.
He is a young man who cares very much about saving us.
Where did you find him? In the village.
Not at the rocket center? Forget it.
Bitte forget Kurt, ja? Who then, Doctor? Does it matter? Yes, it matters.
Somehow I'm going to see that you make it to the Americans, but I can't do that if one of your own people is sabotaging us every step of the way.
Herr Bogg.
Yes? Our own people, as you put it.
Even Kammler, General Kammler, is one of our own people.
SOLDIER: Halt.
(SOLDIER SPEAKING GERMAN) We're civilians.
We've lost our way.
You say nothing.
Let me talk.
SOLDIER: Hey, you guys sprechen Sie English? Seen any Kraut soldiers? Jeffrey Jones, New York, New York.
I've heard it all now.
Fred Schneiker, Sheboygan, Wisconsin.
All right! ERNST: The Americans are sorry, but they cannot come for us.
It was a small patrol and there are too many Nazis in the village.
We must make it through on our own to meet them.
We finally find the Americans and this is how we decide? Where are the others? They are packing up as fast as they can, Otto.
That is their answer.
They want the Americans.
The wonderful Americans.
You think they will take all of us, the families? Move all of them to the United States? With the Russians, even if we cannot go home, our families will be close.
Ernst, what did they tell you? Oh, they are most anxious to receive Germany's scientists.
They will do everything they can.
How many? Numbers were not discussed.
You see? OTTO: No.
No, I don't see.
Now, right now, they fight Germany.
But they are nothing alike.
Look at the way they are, their life, their politics.
Tell us about America, Otto.
When were you there? Well, it's true I have not been there, but I have heard.
They'll put us in a camp.
We'll be no better off than we are now.
No.
That's not true.
It's my country and it's a wonderful place.
He's just a boy.
It is his home.
He does not know any better.
I've traveled.
Boy, have I traveled.
Look, it's not the only place to live, but it stands for what you're looking for.
It means being able to do what you want, being able to go where you want.
Go on.
You're doing fine.
And if you want to build rockets, to go into space, well, nobody but nobody can beat us.
Why do you think we're winning this war? (ALL CHATTERING IN GERMAN) Think I overdid it? You got my vote, Senator.
For the Americans, a show of hands.
Good.
Pay no attention, Klaus.
They despise us.
It's as meaningless as their bands and flowers that welcomed us years ago.
Do you think we will get the information in time? Oh, yeah.
Our friend does not dare cross us.
Von Braun will come out of his hole soon now and we'll have them.
Look, if we are to surrender, we do it on our own terms.
You have to find a radio somewhere.
The other scientists who are waiting in the area must be alerted.
You can plug this crystal into any radio transmitter.
Then you will be able to reach our people.
There is great risk, Herr Bogg.
It's all right.
I'm going along with you.
She is right.
A woman is less threatening to them.
And Kurt knows the area.
But you I want to go.
Besides, I couldn't let the kid have all the glory.
Here is the radio crystal.
Thank you.
Tell them to meet us just north of the town before sundown.
Then we will make our way to the south.
To the Americans.
But won't Kammler be able to hear you? No, we have our own frequency.
One that cannot be overheard.
Kammler must not know.
If he had any idea that we have to move through the village in order to reach them, we're finished.
Don't worry.
I'll get the message out.
Kurt.
Ready.
I'm I am sorry we cannot spare a truck for just the three of you.
Why do you have to go? Someone has to keep an eye on Kurt.
You really think it's him? He's not a scientist and he's the only one that didn't come with them from Germany.
We can't take a chance.
You heard Otto.
Kammler can't find out.
Bogg! Be careful.
Sure.
Voyager's honor.
Looks like it's about to rain again.
Perhaps I should go find some cover.
Wait here, I'll be right back.
I guess it's hard to think about leaving your country and starting all over again, huh? It is.
Well, this may not make very much sense right now, but believe me, if you and the others can get to the Americans, everything's going to be all right.
You'll have a decent life.
As the Americans like to say, home sweet home.
I know it won't be like your home.
Doesn't matter.
There's nothing left of my city.
And your family? Dead.
They're all dead.
I'm sorry.
I didn't mean to bring up any unpleasant memories.
It's not your fault.
I have had no pleasant ones for a long time.
But you're a very intelligent woman, still young, beautiful.
Silly of me not to count my blessings.
I've found a radio.
Hi there.
(CHUCKLES) Say, I was wondering if you could help me out.
Would you know the best way to break a Nazi's finger? Easy.
You punch him in the nose! Here, take them.
I hope Bogg makes it to your room.
He will.
(KNOCKING ON DOOR) BOGG: It's me.
Oh, good.
I finally lost him.
The radio, it's almost ready.
I'll alert the groups on the special band.
Are we sure no one saw you come in here? No.
No one.
Dr.
Schumann calling all Peenemünde groups.
Dr.
Schumann calling all Peenemünde groups.
Urgent message.
Our village location has been discovered.
KURT: Knife.
We are now operating from an emergency location.
We have made contact with the Americans.
All groups must move immediately.
Groups at Oberjoch und Bramberg, I repeat, all groups must move today for rendezvous with American army.
Find any means of transportation and meet us just north of the village.
We will join the Americans down the south road.
File.
This may be our only chance.
It is essential that you move quickly and quietly.
We've been had, Kurt.
What? She's telling the Germans.
She's the traitor.
The rendezvous point will be approximately Kammler? Yes, but you don't understand.
Wernher trusted you even more than the others.
I can explain.
How could anyone explain what you've done? You cannot possibly think I would do such a thing out of choice.
I have learned to hate the Nazis.
Their cause is despicable.
Their war is despicable.
KURT: Then why? They forced me.
No one's forcing you.
We're alone here, Erika.
Just you, me and Kurt.
Would you have me sacrifice my family? You said your family was dead.
No.
My brother, Edward.
Kammler had him arrested in Hamburg.
Now he is a prisoner here at the village.
To force me.
Don't you see? I am sorry.
I am terribly ashamed.
That's not going to help us now.
And if they had someone you loved, what would you do Kurt? Here.
Reach the scientists.
Tell them to abandon their villages now.
Give them the instructions.
How will they get through? Kammler will be waiting! I don't know.
Well Something, anything, a diversion.
With what? How? They have nothing.
Von Braun and the scientists.
They have to have some weapons.
They are brilliant, but they are not soldiers.
The truck in the camp.
What was in it? The one with the danger signs on it.
It's from the rocket center at Peenemünde.
With the explosives? No.
Mostly records, our research.
And some of our prototypes.
With warheads? No.
Chemicals.
Chemicals? What for? For the fuel.
We add chemicals to track the trajectory.
Smoke.
You can make smoke.
Yes, but I don't see how Get the groups moving.
Dr.
Von Braun doesn't have a radio.
I must speak to him as soon as he reaches one.
This can work.
It has to.
Calling all Peenemünde groups.
Calling all Peenemünde groups.
Klaus? Nothing, General.
All their hideouts are like Oberjoch.
Deserted.
So the Schumann woman has obviously changed sides again.
(SCOFFS) She will regret it when I allow her to watch her brother's execution.
What about the village? As you ordered.
No one is allowed on the street.
They will never reach the south road.
Order all units back here immediately.
There is more news, Herr General.
A last transmission.
Hitler is dead.
Berlin is finished.
Well, this is our last chance.
If I don't get those scientists, nobody will.
Kammler's reinforcements are less than two hours away.
Not much time left, Bogg.
BOGG: I see Kammler's headquarters.
It used to be our mayor's office.
It will be again.
Is that where they're holding your brother? I think so.
All right.
Let me use the radio.
This is Bogg calling dr.
Von Braun.
This is Bogg calling Dr.
Von Braun.
Over.
This is Ernst, Herr Bogg.
We read you.
What has happened? What shall we do? I need Von Braun.
Yes, of course.
Yes, Bogg.
You've heard about Kammler? That he discovered the other locations, yes.
And now he's waiting for you.
His reinforcements are on the way.
There is no Kammler between us and the Russians.
What are we waiting for? Calm it down, please, meine Herren.
I can't promise you anything, but there's still a good chance you can get through.
What are you talking about? I have a plan.
But we'll have to work fast.
And I'll need your help, Doctor.
We're going to make the Nazis think the Americans are attacking the village.
You won't let go of me, will you? You're the man.
You've always been the man.
Your people know it.
You know it, too.
Yes, I know it, too.
What? I can't hear you.
All right, tell me your plan.
I am ready.
We are all ready.
(ALL CHEERING) Bogg, you okay? You bet.
I'll see you in town, Senator.
Better give me Von Braun back.
You are not a bad leader yourself, Herr Bogg.
(SOLDIER ORDERING IN GERMAN) KLAUS: The scientists will never get through the town.
Good.
(STATIC BUZZING) Careful, meine Herren, careful.
Otto.
Yeah? Ready to fire at your command, Wernher.
That way, everybody.
Keep the rear of the launchers clear.
VON BRAUN: Otto.
Yeah? Our young friend here deserves the honor.
Yeah.
Good.
Pull that and that.
Okay? It's the Americans.
The Americans are attacking in force! (ALL CLAMORING) Thousands of them! I can see thousands of them! Run! (SOLDIERS SHOUTING IN GERMAN) Come back.
Come back, you fools.
Herr General, it is over.
We must save ourselves.
It's the Americans.
I can see tanks now.
They're almost here.
Bogg, it's working! They're running away.
Bogg? Bogg? It's Bogg.
He's out there.
Bring the trucks now.
Hurry! Herr General, we cannot wait any longer.
It is over.
Go! I sure hope you're Edward Schumann.
Are you with the Americans? Are they really here? Well, at least one of them.
I'm kind of honorary.
(HORNS HONKING) (ALL CHEERING) Bogg, you did it! You did it! We did it.
Just like always.
We owe you so much, Phineas Bogg.
And I I owe you a great personal debt.
Thank you.
Well, Jeffrey, auf Wiedersehen.
See you.
Now everyone on the trucks.
(ALL CHEERING) We must not keep the Americans waiting.
(TRUCK ENGINE STARTING) (DINGS) Bogg.
Thank you.
Bogg.
The moon shot, then back to work.
I know, I know.
Perhaps later? We can pretend we're meeting for the first time.
(TRUCK HORN HONKS) Go tend to Edward.
I'll catch up to you.
Okay.
You know, Bogg, I guess we could stay for a while.
Make up some kinda story.
No.
That just makes it worse.
Well, then, this time I'm sorry, really sorry.
Me, too.
Here.
Get us out of here.
Cape Canaveral? Should be Cape Kennedy by now.
ANNOUNCER: Astronauts report it feels good.
T minus 25 seconds.
20 seconds and counting.
T minus 15 seconds.
Come on.
Twelve, eleven, ten, nine.
This is it! This is the real thing! Ignition sequence start.
Five, four, three, two, one, zero.
All engines running.
(ALL CHEERING) Liftoff.
Ready to go back to work? What, are you kidding? In three days ARMSTRONG: I'm gonna step off the LM now.
That's one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind.
Bogg.
No matter how long I live, you'll never be able to top this present.
Don't sell me short.
I get around, you know.
We get around.
Like I said.
You know, Bogg, it'd be really easy to see her now.
See who? Erika.
I mean, the scientists made it.
She's probably around here somewhere.
She's too old for me now, anyway.
Hey, you shouldn't try to kid a kidder.
Okay.
I don't know.
I guess there's a price to pay for everything, huh? Even being a voyager.
Bogg.
Yeah? When's your birthday? Come on.
JEFFREY: If you want to learn more about the history of rockets, Wernher Von Braun or the Apollo 11 moonwalk, take a voyage down to your public library.
It's all in books!
Von Braun and his colleagues in my custody.
Somehow I'm gonna see that you make it to the Americans.
They must be taken alive.
Stay with them.
BOGG: We travel through time to help history along, give it a push where it's needed.
Bogg! BOGG: When the Omni's red, it means history's wrong.
Our job's to get everything back on track.
(OMNI dings) Green light, kid! We did it! (PLUMMETING) (BOTH GROANING) Cape Kennedy, the first U.
S.
Moon shot.
Oh, you blew it.
(OMNI BEEPING) Red light.
Maybe that was the wrong date or place or something.
No way.
Bogg, this place looks like a junkyard.
Oh, hey, look.
We must be kind of close, huh? Aerospace museum? That's an aerospace museum? Doesn't look like much of a gas station either, huh? Red light, huh? Some birthday present.
Huh! Come on.
"Anywhere you wanna go.
" That's what you said.
Hello? Is anybody here? No, there's nobody here.
Gas just pumps itself.
Hi.
What can I do for you, pilgrims? This is Cape Kennedy, isn't it? Canaveral.
Cape Canaveral.
You guys miss the ship or something? Oh.
No But we did hear about the museum.
Pretty hard to go anywhere without people talking about Wally's museum.
Absolutely famous.
You hungry? You look hungry.
I got moon dogs, rocket burgers, orbit colas.
Right up here at the snack stand.
Absolutely famous, hardly need to advertise.
Well, the gas business, now that's another story.
Been kinda slow ever since the government moved out.
Moved out? What about the moon shot? Hey! Wasn't that something? Those Russians really know how to put on a show, don't they? Of course, you couldn't understand a darned thing they were saying.
You mean the Russians got to the moon? Yeah, about two years ago.
Now for just about I've got a picture, color of course, some genuine Russian stamps, and that isn't all Wally Yes, sir.
We were kind of interested in the American space program.
Well, sure.
I guess we're all a little patriotic, but the Russian stuff, that's the best part of the tour.
What happened? What happened to the Americans? Kinda missed the boat, I'm sorry to say.
A little like your friend here.
You know the real rocket minds were the German V2 scientists in World War II.
We were supposed to get them over here.
You mean like Wernher Von Braun? Yeah.
Oh, thanks.
I was on my way to get this.
Moon dog.
Listen, it's all in the museum, guys.
Better than I can tell it.
Yeah, well, we're kind of in a hurry, Wally.
Do you think you can just tell us what happened? Where'd they go? Well, the way the story goes, they were all hiding out in the Austrian Alps and one of their own scientists handed them over to some Nazi general.
And he handed them over to the Russians.
That's how they got to the moon.
You wouldn't happen to know the date, would you? Not happen to, friend? I have a picture of those guys the day the Russians got them.
May 2nd, '45.
It's a real big seller.
It's only $2.
50.
Of course that's in black and white.
(OMNI BEEPING) Now if you want the frame, it's only five bucks more.
Are you gents interested in getting on the mailing list? Now that is really the way to go.
I do a mailing, oh, well, I'd say, just a couple of times a year.
Fellas? Fellas? (BEEPING) We're right near Reutte, Austria.
I set it for May 1, just in case.
Well, how are we going to find Von Braun? Up here.
No! Turn around the other way.
Keep moving.
Whatever you do, do not stop! You will attract their attention.
OFFICER: Halt! Von Braun and the scientists are here.
My information is unquestionable.
I tried.
I'm sorry.
I cannot waste any more time.
The scientists are here somewhere in this village.
It will not go well for any of you if I do not find them.
Got any extras? You have no papers? Not exactly.
We were just Shh.
There is very little time.
The Russians are advancing from the east.
The Americans approach from the south.
And you think they will be kind? (KAMMLER SCOFFS) I doubt it.
I intend to have Dr.
Von Braun and his colleagues in my custody.
And believe me, it will help all of our causes.
Herr General.
Yeah? (EXCLAIMS) So Enough! KAMMLER: You're all at liberty for the moment.
JEFFREY: That was close.
You are either brave men or complete fools.
Where are your papers? It's a long story.
And I hope a good one.
Kammler is not finished yet.
Yeah, well, Von Braun is in big trouble.
We're looking for him, too.
Who are you working for? We're here with the You! You are an American? Well, are you? Well You are.
Come.
We're just Americans! Thank heaven.
You were sent here to reach Wernher Von Braun? Do you know where he is? If you only knew how long and hard we have looked for you.
Now wait a minute.
I'm not sure you understand that Understand? Of course I understand.
Quickly, come with me.
He's right here in the village, Klaus, as we thought.
The informant? Yeah.
Now, I want a full squad, but strict orders, Klaus.
They must be taken alive.
Alive? But the orders? Oh, yes, to liquidate them, to bury their knowledge of our rockets.
But the Russians want that knowledge.
A deal with them may keep us out of a prison camp in Siberia.
And we know all about camps, don't we, Klaus? Now hurry.
We can always kill them later if we have to.
Come.
Bogg, you don't think he could be the traitor? I don't know.
(EXPLOSIONS) (KNOCKING ON DOOR) They're all right.
How are things here? I'm glad you're here.
Wernher's still disheartened.
You wait here.
The Wehrmacht is caught between the Allies and the Russians.
Fighting is fierce.
Wernher, Kammler is desperate.
We must get out of here.
I know, I know.
But haven't I done everything I can, and still we cannot lose him.
Maybe somebody else should try.
We are saved.
I have made contact with the Americans.
Where are they? Wait.
You will not believe it.
Could it be true? Wait.
Wait, Otto.
OTTO: Wernher, you were right.
We will see.
No.
All this time you were right.
Wait, Otto! You see? A boy? The Americans have sent a child to rescue us? Willie, please.
Let them speak.
Are you Dr.
Von Braun? You see? American! I'm sorry, but I think your friend's made a little mistake.
Mistake? I have made no mistake.
You said you were Americans.
That's not exactly what I said.
As I suspected, Ernst.
You have led Herr General Kammler directly to us all.
You lied.
You said you were here for Dr.
Von Braun.
I am here for all of you.
Believe me, we're not with Kammler.
We're not with anybody.
We're just We're here to warn you.
To warn us? About what? What more could you warn us about? I have some sensitive information.
Get them out of here.
No, Wernher, don't let them go.
We must listen.
Please Wernher, we are wasting precious time.
Doctor, I need to speak with you alone, please.
The only No! It is not with me you need to speak.
None of you! I cannot make any more decisions.
I am the one who made the mistakes.
What? Wernher, what are you talking about? I am not your leader.
I have tried and I have failed.
Wernher, no! You cannot give up now.
But look what I've gotten you all into.
My plans, my ideas, my bungling Enough! We cannot take a chance on Kammler's finding us.
We must surrender to the Russians.
No.
Here, Otto.
Take this radio crystal.
And broadcast on our special frequency.
And tell the others whatever you wish.
No! Please, Dr.
Von Braun, you've got to listen.
Just wait.
Before you bring all the scientists together, you have to (KNOCKING ON DOOR) Von Braun! Von Braun! (KNOCKING CONTINUES) KAMMLER: It would be simpler and safer to surrender.
It's Kammler.
But how did he find us? We're trying to make you listen.
One of your people is a traitor.
OTTO: No! VON BRAUN: Impossible.
KAMMLER: Give yourselves up and no one will be hurt.
KAMMLER: Von Braun! Ernst.
ERNST: Yeah! (ALL CHATTERING IN GERMAN) Leave it.
There is no time! Here.
The crystal.
Don't forget the crystal! (BANGING ON DOOR) Burn the rest.
(BANGING CONTINUES) Stay with them.
Go on.
What are you waiting for? You don't give me orders.
Move! Tear gas.
It's the only one we have left.
Use it well.
Come on! (OFFICERS SHOUTING) (COUGHING) ERNST: Go! (OFFICERS SHOUTING IN GERMAN) Schnell, in here.
Do it! Down that way! Head them off! They've escaped! Where are they? Quick, quick! Move! BOGG: Where are we going? OTTO: Into the mountains.
We have a camp.
JEFFREY: How far are we? OTTO: About five miles from the village.
I'm afraid we must face the fact that there is an informer among us.
It does not even matter who it is! If Kammler was able to find us in the village, he might know by now even where the campsites are.
I don't think so.
He would have been here by now.
Still, we must prepare to leave immediately.
Wernher, please tell them we cannot stay here any longer.
ERIKA: But, Otto, where should we go? To meet the Russians.
I'm sure the Americans will be here soon.
The guns get closer every day.
Yes, from both directions.
What about the traitor? Are we to ignore Herr Bogg's warnings even now? (ALL CLAMORING) Stop it all of you! Wernher, please, tell us.
What are we to do? No, Erika, I will not.
Dr.
Von Braun, the Americans are looking for you.
I'm sure of it.
Herr Bogg, everyone looks for us.
And everyone looks to me to deliver them to safety.
I couldn't even get myself out of Peenemünde safely.
I broke my arm when my car went off the road.
Now the war is almost over.
And I will have to let my friends decide for themselves.
But Wernher (ERIKA AND VON BRAUN CHATTERING) We have come this far together.
Please, this one last time, let me try to find the Americans.
This is foolishness.
We have no time for any more of your bicycle rides.
No.
I think we should let him go.
Just for a few hours.
Otto, it's Bogg, let me go with him.
No.
Please.
A man and a boy.
No one would suspect us.
That is fine with me.
I will get warmer clothes for both of you.
He will be safe with Ernst.
Perhaps much safer than he would be here.
Please.
(SIGHS) All right.
People are leaving the villages.
End of a war, many will be homeless.
Are you sure we're going the right way? Have we passed any of the German army? Sure.
Then we're going the right way.
Ernst.
He's my age.
Yeah.
And old men, too.
When all else is lost, we always seem to find more to lose.
Come.
Mr.
Bogg.
Dr.
Schumann.
I have something to tell you.
Yes? Back in the village.
The cellar.
I couldn't move.
I was frozen.
I should have thanked you sooner.
Forget it.
Well, I am most grateful.
Maybe you'd better save your thanks till you're really safe.
What is safe anymore? We used to have respect.
We used to have a life.
Now what are we? Just something to buy, sell, throw away.
That's not what people are for.
Erika.
I need your help.
I doubt that.
I am little good to anyone at this time.
Try, please.
Think back.
This afternoon, did anyone leave the basement? I know Ernst left.
But anyone else? I know of no traitors, Mr.
Bogg.
Erika, please.
I wasn't asking you to General Kammler has other means at his disposal.
Yes, I'm sure he does.
That's Do not ask me to raise your suspicions about anyone.
(EXPLOSIONS) (GUNS FIRING) Quickly, off the road! (EXCLAIMS) This way.
Here.
This trail leads south.
Let us hide the bicycles.
We'll leave them here.
We must be close.
Ja, we are close.
But to which side? How do you know the Americans are south? We have received reports.
Americans south.
Russians east.
(MUTTERING IN GERMAN) Excuse me, Dr.
Von Braun.
Your people need you.
They've come to depend on you.
And in just a little while they're gonna need you more than ever.
Yes.
Yes.
You've encouraged that.
I was wrong.
Too late.
You are a stranger.
What do you know of us? Enough.
Tell me about Kurt.
He is a young man who cares very much about saving us.
Where did you find him? In the village.
Not at the rocket center? Forget it.
Bitte forget Kurt, ja? Who then, Doctor? Does it matter? Yes, it matters.
Somehow I'm going to see that you make it to the Americans, but I can't do that if one of your own people is sabotaging us every step of the way.
Herr Bogg.
Yes? Our own people, as you put it.
Even Kammler, General Kammler, is one of our own people.
SOLDIER: Halt.
(SOLDIER SPEAKING GERMAN) We're civilians.
We've lost our way.
You say nothing.
Let me talk.
SOLDIER: Hey, you guys sprechen Sie English? Seen any Kraut soldiers? Jeffrey Jones, New York, New York.
I've heard it all now.
Fred Schneiker, Sheboygan, Wisconsin.
All right! ERNST: The Americans are sorry, but they cannot come for us.
It was a small patrol and there are too many Nazis in the village.
We must make it through on our own to meet them.
We finally find the Americans and this is how we decide? Where are the others? They are packing up as fast as they can, Otto.
That is their answer.
They want the Americans.
The wonderful Americans.
You think they will take all of us, the families? Move all of them to the United States? With the Russians, even if we cannot go home, our families will be close.
Ernst, what did they tell you? Oh, they are most anxious to receive Germany's scientists.
They will do everything they can.
How many? Numbers were not discussed.
You see? OTTO: No.
No, I don't see.
Now, right now, they fight Germany.
But they are nothing alike.
Look at the way they are, their life, their politics.
Tell us about America, Otto.
When were you there? Well, it's true I have not been there, but I have heard.
They'll put us in a camp.
We'll be no better off than we are now.
No.
That's not true.
It's my country and it's a wonderful place.
He's just a boy.
It is his home.
He does not know any better.
I've traveled.
Boy, have I traveled.
Look, it's not the only place to live, but it stands for what you're looking for.
It means being able to do what you want, being able to go where you want.
Go on.
You're doing fine.
And if you want to build rockets, to go into space, well, nobody but nobody can beat us.
Why do you think we're winning this war? (ALL CHATTERING IN GERMAN) Think I overdid it? You got my vote, Senator.
For the Americans, a show of hands.
Good.
Pay no attention, Klaus.
They despise us.
It's as meaningless as their bands and flowers that welcomed us years ago.
Do you think we will get the information in time? Oh, yeah.
Our friend does not dare cross us.
Von Braun will come out of his hole soon now and we'll have them.
Look, if we are to surrender, we do it on our own terms.
You have to find a radio somewhere.
The other scientists who are waiting in the area must be alerted.
You can plug this crystal into any radio transmitter.
Then you will be able to reach our people.
There is great risk, Herr Bogg.
It's all right.
I'm going along with you.
She is right.
A woman is less threatening to them.
And Kurt knows the area.
But you I want to go.
Besides, I couldn't let the kid have all the glory.
Here is the radio crystal.
Thank you.
Tell them to meet us just north of the town before sundown.
Then we will make our way to the south.
To the Americans.
But won't Kammler be able to hear you? No, we have our own frequency.
One that cannot be overheard.
Kammler must not know.
If he had any idea that we have to move through the village in order to reach them, we're finished.
Don't worry.
I'll get the message out.
Kurt.
Ready.
I'm I am sorry we cannot spare a truck for just the three of you.
Why do you have to go? Someone has to keep an eye on Kurt.
You really think it's him? He's not a scientist and he's the only one that didn't come with them from Germany.
We can't take a chance.
You heard Otto.
Kammler can't find out.
Bogg! Be careful.
Sure.
Voyager's honor.
Looks like it's about to rain again.
Perhaps I should go find some cover.
Wait here, I'll be right back.
I guess it's hard to think about leaving your country and starting all over again, huh? It is.
Well, this may not make very much sense right now, but believe me, if you and the others can get to the Americans, everything's going to be all right.
You'll have a decent life.
As the Americans like to say, home sweet home.
I know it won't be like your home.
Doesn't matter.
There's nothing left of my city.
And your family? Dead.
They're all dead.
I'm sorry.
I didn't mean to bring up any unpleasant memories.
It's not your fault.
I have had no pleasant ones for a long time.
But you're a very intelligent woman, still young, beautiful.
Silly of me not to count my blessings.
I've found a radio.
Hi there.
(CHUCKLES) Say, I was wondering if you could help me out.
Would you know the best way to break a Nazi's finger? Easy.
You punch him in the nose! Here, take them.
I hope Bogg makes it to your room.
He will.
(KNOCKING ON DOOR) BOGG: It's me.
Oh, good.
I finally lost him.
The radio, it's almost ready.
I'll alert the groups on the special band.
Are we sure no one saw you come in here? No.
No one.
Dr.
Schumann calling all Peenemünde groups.
Dr.
Schumann calling all Peenemünde groups.
Urgent message.
Our village location has been discovered.
KURT: Knife.
We are now operating from an emergency location.
We have made contact with the Americans.
All groups must move immediately.
Groups at Oberjoch und Bramberg, I repeat, all groups must move today for rendezvous with American army.
Find any means of transportation and meet us just north of the village.
We will join the Americans down the south road.
File.
This may be our only chance.
It is essential that you move quickly and quietly.
We've been had, Kurt.
What? She's telling the Germans.
She's the traitor.
The rendezvous point will be approximately Kammler? Yes, but you don't understand.
Wernher trusted you even more than the others.
I can explain.
How could anyone explain what you've done? You cannot possibly think I would do such a thing out of choice.
I have learned to hate the Nazis.
Their cause is despicable.
Their war is despicable.
KURT: Then why? They forced me.
No one's forcing you.
We're alone here, Erika.
Just you, me and Kurt.
Would you have me sacrifice my family? You said your family was dead.
No.
My brother, Edward.
Kammler had him arrested in Hamburg.
Now he is a prisoner here at the village.
To force me.
Don't you see? I am sorry.
I am terribly ashamed.
That's not going to help us now.
And if they had someone you loved, what would you do Kurt? Here.
Reach the scientists.
Tell them to abandon their villages now.
Give them the instructions.
How will they get through? Kammler will be waiting! I don't know.
Well Something, anything, a diversion.
With what? How? They have nothing.
Von Braun and the scientists.
They have to have some weapons.
They are brilliant, but they are not soldiers.
The truck in the camp.
What was in it? The one with the danger signs on it.
It's from the rocket center at Peenemünde.
With the explosives? No.
Mostly records, our research.
And some of our prototypes.
With warheads? No.
Chemicals.
Chemicals? What for? For the fuel.
We add chemicals to track the trajectory.
Smoke.
You can make smoke.
Yes, but I don't see how Get the groups moving.
Dr.
Von Braun doesn't have a radio.
I must speak to him as soon as he reaches one.
This can work.
It has to.
Calling all Peenemünde groups.
Calling all Peenemünde groups.
Klaus? Nothing, General.
All their hideouts are like Oberjoch.
Deserted.
So the Schumann woman has obviously changed sides again.
(SCOFFS) She will regret it when I allow her to watch her brother's execution.
What about the village? As you ordered.
No one is allowed on the street.
They will never reach the south road.
Order all units back here immediately.
There is more news, Herr General.
A last transmission.
Hitler is dead.
Berlin is finished.
Well, this is our last chance.
If I don't get those scientists, nobody will.
Kammler's reinforcements are less than two hours away.
Not much time left, Bogg.
BOGG: I see Kammler's headquarters.
It used to be our mayor's office.
It will be again.
Is that where they're holding your brother? I think so.
All right.
Let me use the radio.
This is Bogg calling dr.
Von Braun.
This is Bogg calling Dr.
Von Braun.
Over.
This is Ernst, Herr Bogg.
We read you.
What has happened? What shall we do? I need Von Braun.
Yes, of course.
Yes, Bogg.
You've heard about Kammler? That he discovered the other locations, yes.
And now he's waiting for you.
His reinforcements are on the way.
There is no Kammler between us and the Russians.
What are we waiting for? Calm it down, please, meine Herren.
I can't promise you anything, but there's still a good chance you can get through.
What are you talking about? I have a plan.
But we'll have to work fast.
And I'll need your help, Doctor.
We're going to make the Nazis think the Americans are attacking the village.
You won't let go of me, will you? You're the man.
You've always been the man.
Your people know it.
You know it, too.
Yes, I know it, too.
What? I can't hear you.
All right, tell me your plan.
I am ready.
We are all ready.
(ALL CHEERING) Bogg, you okay? You bet.
I'll see you in town, Senator.
Better give me Von Braun back.
You are not a bad leader yourself, Herr Bogg.
(SOLDIER ORDERING IN GERMAN) KLAUS: The scientists will never get through the town.
Good.
(STATIC BUZZING) Careful, meine Herren, careful.
Otto.
Yeah? Ready to fire at your command, Wernher.
That way, everybody.
Keep the rear of the launchers clear.
VON BRAUN: Otto.
Yeah? Our young friend here deserves the honor.
Yeah.
Good.
Pull that and that.
Okay? It's the Americans.
The Americans are attacking in force! (ALL CLAMORING) Thousands of them! I can see thousands of them! Run! (SOLDIERS SHOUTING IN GERMAN) Come back.
Come back, you fools.
Herr General, it is over.
We must save ourselves.
It's the Americans.
I can see tanks now.
They're almost here.
Bogg, it's working! They're running away.
Bogg? Bogg? It's Bogg.
He's out there.
Bring the trucks now.
Hurry! Herr General, we cannot wait any longer.
It is over.
Go! I sure hope you're Edward Schumann.
Are you with the Americans? Are they really here? Well, at least one of them.
I'm kind of honorary.
(HORNS HONKING) (ALL CHEERING) Bogg, you did it! You did it! We did it.
Just like always.
We owe you so much, Phineas Bogg.
And I I owe you a great personal debt.
Thank you.
Well, Jeffrey, auf Wiedersehen.
See you.
Now everyone on the trucks.
(ALL CHEERING) We must not keep the Americans waiting.
(TRUCK ENGINE STARTING) (DINGS) Bogg.
Thank you.
Bogg.
The moon shot, then back to work.
I know, I know.
Perhaps later? We can pretend we're meeting for the first time.
(TRUCK HORN HONKS) Go tend to Edward.
I'll catch up to you.
Okay.
You know, Bogg, I guess we could stay for a while.
Make up some kinda story.
No.
That just makes it worse.
Well, then, this time I'm sorry, really sorry.
Me, too.
Here.
Get us out of here.
Cape Canaveral? Should be Cape Kennedy by now.
ANNOUNCER: Astronauts report it feels good.
T minus 25 seconds.
20 seconds and counting.
T minus 15 seconds.
Come on.
Twelve, eleven, ten, nine.
This is it! This is the real thing! Ignition sequence start.
Five, four, three, two, one, zero.
All engines running.
(ALL CHEERING) Liftoff.
Ready to go back to work? What, are you kidding? In three days ARMSTRONG: I'm gonna step off the LM now.
That's one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind.
Bogg.
No matter how long I live, you'll never be able to top this present.
Don't sell me short.
I get around, you know.
We get around.
Like I said.
You know, Bogg, it'd be really easy to see her now.
See who? Erika.
I mean, the scientists made it.
She's probably around here somewhere.
She's too old for me now, anyway.
Hey, you shouldn't try to kid a kidder.
Okay.
I don't know.
I guess there's a price to pay for everything, huh? Even being a voyager.
Bogg.
Yeah? When's your birthday? Come on.
JEFFREY: If you want to learn more about the history of rockets, Wernher Von Braun or the Apollo 11 moonwalk, take a voyage down to your public library.
It's all in books!