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The Avengers

1961–1969·ITV1·60 min·8.1/10
ComedyActionCrime

Urbane John Steed and a variety of partners work for an elite organization tasked with investigating criminal and espionage matters within the UK. Their opponents use everything from standard techniques to robots and other science fiction gadgetry.

Status
Ended
Language
English
Premiered
January 7, 1961
Ended
May 21, 1969

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