The Contessa (2 Apr. 1961)

A freak accident leads to the discovery of a drug smuggling ring. The group operates by sneaking cocaine across borders in padded jackets, leading John Drake to nab one of the coats for his... See full summary »

Director:

Terry Bishop

Writers:

John Roddick (screenplay), Ralph Smart (screenplay)

Stars:

Patrick McGoohan, Hazel Court, John Wyse

Cast

Episode cast overview:
Patrick McGoohan	...	John Drake
Hazel Court	...	Francesca
John Wyse	...	Julio
Lionel Murton	...	Keller
Ralph Truman	...	Minister
Bill Nagy	...	Mario
Jennifer Jayne	...	Rosa
Irene Prador	...	Maria
Dudley Foster	...	Giorgio
Edward Cast	...	Rossi
Jackie Collins	...	Lucia
Glenn Beck	...	Intern

Storyline

A freak accident leads to the discovery of a drug smuggling ring. The group operates by sneaking cocaine across borders in padded jackets, leading John Drake to nab one of the coats for his investigation. Posing as one of the smugglers, he soon makes contact with a Contessa; but believing her husband to be the one behind the operation, Drake continues to search for his whereabouts.

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Genres:

Action | Adventure | Crime | Mystery | Thriller

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Details

Language:

English

Release Date:

2 April 1961 (UK)

Filming Locations:

MGM British Studios, Borehamwood, Hertfordshire, England, UK

Company Credits

Production Co:

Incorporated Television Company (ITC)

Technical Specs

Sound Mix:

Mono (Westrex Recording System)

Color:

Black and White

Aspect Ratio:

1.33 : 1

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