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Private Investigator

1958–1959 · 2 seasons

A restrained, talky procedural that unfolds quietly through office-bound deduction, rewarding close attention with understated period charm.

Created by
Arthur Swinson
Overview
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.
How it feels
Measured and needs your attention.
About
Mystery, crime
Content
Mild violence. No gore, sexual content or swearing.
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Tone
    Pacing
    measured, 2 of 4, from slow-burn to relentless
    Attention
    engaged, 3 of 4, from background-friendly to demanding
    Places
    Era
    contemporary
    Audience
    adult
    Content intensity
    • Gore none
    • Language none
    • Violence mild
    • Sex none
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    Scales, 0 to 10
    ScaleValue0 to 10
    Action1
    Horror1
    Humour2
    Realism7
    Romance1
    Tension4
    Darkness4
    Complexity4
    Emotional weight3

    Cast

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    Details

    Created by
    Arthur Swinson
    Written by
    Arthur Swinson
    Starring
    Campbell Singer, Douglas Muir, Ian White, Ursula Camm, Anna Turner
    Length
    2 seasons, 9 episodes, 30 min each
    Network
    BBC One
    Country
    United Kingdom
    Languages
    English

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