The title M.A.N.T.I.S. stands for: Mechanically Augmented Neuro-Transmitter Interception System.
'Sam Raimi (I)''s television directorial debut
Director Trademark: ['Sam Raimi (I)'] [Oldsmobile Delta 88] The 1973 Oldsmobile Delta 88 appears in the movie as the M.A.N.T.I.S's camouflage-mode vehicle.
The riot where Dr. Hawkins was shot is based on the riots that erupted in Los Angeles after the acquittal of the police officers involved in the 'Rodney King' beating incident.