Episode 35: Cathy Gale Era
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Other Viewpoints |
Tueur à gages
Hombres Asesinos
Una donna in mare (A woman in the
sea)
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Production completed: 4 October 1962
UK Premiere (London, Season 2): 3 November 1962
US Premiere (A&E cable): ca. 1 February 1991
Steed sets himself up to become
part of a team of assassins in order to prevent the murder of a young French sex-symbol
film star who made the mistake of making political statements. Steed's plans go awry when
Venus Smith, whom he had solicited to help, spots him with the film star and unwittingly
tells one of the other assassins.
IMHO |
This one could have been better, but it lacks polish, and the guest stars are mediocre at best. A significant chunk of the show is awkwardly devoted to a complete jazz tune performed by the Dave Lee Trio. (The band is actually more interesting without Venus Smith singing with it.)
Trivia |
Exclusive: Writer Roger Marshall has penned an essay about his tenure on The Avengers.
Some scenes were pre-recorded on 3 October 1962 in advance of the main recording.
*This unofficial subtitle is by Yours Truly.
Essential Reading |
- The Avengers Declassified by Alan Hayes
- Mrs. Peel... We're Needed by Piers Johnson