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The Protectors (1972)

Created by Gerry Anderson

The Protectors is a British television series, an action thriller created by Gerry Anderson. It was Anderson's second TV series using live actors as opposed to electronic marionettes, and also his second to be firmly set in contemporary times. It was also the only Gerry Anderson produced television series that was not of the fantasy or science fiction genres. It was produced by Lew Grade's ITC Entertainment production company. Despite not featuring marionettes or any real science fiction elements, The Protectors became one of Anderson's most popular productions, easily winning a renewal for a second season. A third season was in the planning stages when the show's major sponsor pulled out, forcing its cancellation. The Protectors first aired in 1972 and 1973, and ran to 52 episodes over two series, each 25 minutes long - making it one of the last series of this type to be produced in a half-hour format. It starred Robert Vaughn as Harry Rule, Nyree Dawn Porter as the Contessa Caroline di Contini, and Tony Anholt as Paul Buchet. Episodes often featured prominent guest actors.

  • 2 seasons
  • 52 episodes
  • EN
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Directing
Jeremy Summers, Don Chaffey, Don Leaver and 8 more
Writing
Tony Barwick (Writing), Donald James (Writing), Brian Clemens (Writing) and 16 more
Music
John Cameron
Cinematography
Brendan J. Stafford, Frank Watts
Editing
David Lane, Mike Campbell, Bert Rule and 2 more

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Details

Status
Ended
First air date
Sept. 29, 1972
Episode runtime
25 minutes
Original language
English
Production countries
United Kingdom United States of America
Networks
Associated Television