I never saw this episode in its initial run, because I've learned that it was banned in the US. It's great to finally see it. Steed and Peel infiltrate a club devoted to debauchery that plans a coup by committing mass murder of government officials. I can see why it was banned. There's quite a bit of licentiousness going on in it, the kind that would make American censors nervous, even though there's no nudity in it at all. A character even says a woman is "insatiable". Shocking! I loved seeing Steed exhibit his prowess in a battle of wits AND swordplay. Of course, the highlight of the episode is Diana Rigg's dominatrix outfit, complete with diamond accented eye makeup, spiked collar, bustier, and knee length boots. She looks spectacular in it, especially in the fight scene. I understand that Rigg designed it herself. Bravo! Don't mess with Mrs. Peel!
Review of A Touch of Brimstone
