The Heart of New York (Captain Scarlet and the Mysterons)

"The Heart of New York" is the eleventh episode of the original 1967-68 British science-fiction television series Captain Scarlet and the Mysterons. It is episode 11 in production order and 17 in broadcast order.

The episode revolves around a Mysteron threat targeting the World Space Centre, which is ostensibly the "heart" of New York in terms of its importance to global space exploration and defense coordination. Spectrum is tasked with preventing the Mysterons from destroying the Centre.

The plot involves the Mysterons reconstructing Captain Black and using a fake news broadcast and a disguised Angel interceptor aircraft to lure Spectrum to the World Space Centre. The Mysterons aim to detonate a bomb hidden within a gift delivered to the Centre, thereby causing widespread destruction.

The episode highlights the Mysterons' ability to manipulate events and create illusions to achieve their goals. It also demonstrates Spectrum's vigilance and their ability to overcome seemingly insurmountable odds. The story emphasizes the importance of strategic thinking and teamwork in combating the Mysteron threat. Regular Spectrum personnel such as Captain Scarlet, Captain Blue, Colonel White, and Lieutenant Green feature prominently. The episode concludes with Spectrum thwarting the Mysteron plot and securing the World Space Centre.