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Private Investigator

1958 – 1959 · BBC One
2 seasons · 9 episodes
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Private Investigator was a groundbreaking British television drama that delved into the shadowy, complex world of private detection through the cases handled by an English detective agency. Central to the series was the character of John Unthank, played by seasoned actor Campbell Singer, whose understated but authoritative screen presence anchored the show. Unthank was supported by a capable team portrayed by Ursula Camm, Douglas Muir, Ian White, and Allan McClelland.

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Campbell Singer
Douglas Muir
Ian White
Peter Clarke
Ursula Camm
Mrs. Layton
Anna Turner
Mrs. Harrison
Created by Arthur Swinson

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Status
Ended
Type
Scripted
First aired
Dec 4, 1958
Original language
EN
Production
BBC
Country
GB

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