Originally titled "Space Family Robinson", but changed as CBS was concerned that the title was too close to the title of the Disney film Swiss Family Robinson (1960). Carroll O'Connor was considered for the role of Dr. Smith. The first season was shot in black and white. Storylines featured in the original unaired pilot were later integrated over the first 4 episodes. The Robinsons find themselves stranded on the planet Preplanis. The Robinsons' robot was created by Robert ...[Read Story ]