The A-Team facts for kids

The A-Team was a popular American action TV show. It aired from 1983 to 1987. The story takes place in Los Angeles. It's about four brave former soldiers from the US Army. They are on the run because the military believes they committed a crime they didn't do. To earn money, they use their special skills to help people solve their problems.

Meet the A-Team Characters

This section introduces the main characters of The A-Team. Each member has unique talents that help the team succeed.

John "Hannibal" Smith: The Leader

• George Peppard played Colonel John "Hannibal" Smith. He was the smart leader of the A-Team. Hannibal was great at disguises and always came up with the plans. Sometimes his plans were a bit wild, but they usually worked out in the end!

Templeton "Faceman" Peck: The Smooth Talker

• Dirk Benedict played Lieutenant Templeton "Faceman" Peck. Everyone called him "Face." He was the team's con artist. Face was very charming and good at talking his way into or out of situations. He could get almost anything the team needed.

Bosco "B.A." Baracus: The Strong Guy

• Mr. T played Sergeant Bosco "B.A." Baracus. B.A. was famous for his cool Mohawk haircut and lots of gold jewelry. He was very strong and handled most of the fighting. B.A. also built all the cool machines and gadgets the team used. He had one big fear: flying!

H.M. "Howling Mad" Murdock: The Pilot

• Dwight Schultz played Captain Hector M. "Howling Mad" Murdock. He was the team's amazing pilot. Murdock often said funny and strange things. Because of this, many people thought he was a bit crazy. When he wasn't flying for the A-Team, he stayed at a special hospital.

Images for kids

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  The main cast of The A-Team. Standing (L-R): Templeton "Faceman" Peck, H.M. "Howlin' Mad" Murdock, B. A. Baracus. Front: John "Hannibal" Smith.

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  The A-Team's famous 1983 GMC van.

See also

In Spanish: The A-Team para niños