Public Eye

Public Eye (1965-1975)

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"Public Eye" was a British television series that ran from 1965 to 1975. The series depicted the investigations and cases handled by the unglamorous enquiry agent Frank Marker, an unmarried loner.

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Last Episode

Unlucky for Some
Season 7Episode 1350 min

Unlucky for Some

Frank goes undercover at a hotel when the owner is convinced that her son's new wife is a gold digger. This is the very final episode of the series. At the time Alfred Burke told the TV Times that that was it but also said that was the case every season.
Apr 7, 1975

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S07E13Unlucky for SomeApr 7, 1975
S07E12Fit of ConscienceMar 24, 1975
S07E11Take No for an AnswerMar 17, 1975
S07E10LiferMar 10, 1975
S07E09The Fatted CalfMar 3, 1975
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did "Public Eye" premiere?

"Public Eye" premiered on January 14, 1965.

Who played the lead character in "Public Eye"?

The lead character, Frank Marker, was played by Alfred Burke.

In which country was "Public Eye" set?

"Public Eye" was set in England.

What was Frank Marker's profession in the show?

Frank Marker was a private investigator.

Who created the TV series "Public Eye"?

"Public Eye" was created by Roger Marshall.

What was the approximate run time of each episode of "Public Eye"?

Each episode of "Public Eye" had an approximate run time of fifty minutes.

In which city was "Public Eye" primarily filmed?

"Public Eye" was primarily filmed in London, England.

What was the main theme of "Public Eye"?

The main theme of "Public Eye" was crime and mystery.

Did "Public Eye" have any notable guest stars throughout its run?

Yes, "Public Eye" featured several notable guest stars, including Penelope Keith and Diana Rigg.

What was the inspiration behind the title of "Public Eye"?

The title "Public Eye" referred to the investigative nature of the show, where Frank Marker explored the private lives of people.

Did "Public Eye" receive any awards or nominations during its run?

Yes, "Public Eye" received several awards and nominations, including a BAFTA nomination for Best Drama Series.

How many episodes does "Public Eye" have in total?

"Public Eye" ran for a total of nine seasons with a total of 146 episodes.

Did "Public Eye" have any notable crossover episodes with other TV shows?

No, "Public Eye" did not have any notable crossover episodes with other TV shows.

What was the format of each episode in "Public Eye"?

Each episode of "Public Eye" followed a standalone format, with each case being introduced and resolved within the same episode.

Were there any spin-offs or adaptations of "Public Eye"?

No, there were no official spin-offs or adaptations of "Public Eye" during its run.

Cast

Hubert Rees

Hubert Rees

plays George the barman
Pauline Delaney

Pauline Delaney

plays Mrs. Mortimer
Ray Smith

Ray Smith

plays Inspector Firbank
Peter Childs

Peter Childs

plays Ron Gash
Alfred Burke

Alfred Burke

plays Frank Marker
John Grieve

John Grieve

plays Hull
Brenda Cavendish

Brenda Cavendish

plays Nell Holdsworth
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Characters

George the barman

George the barman

played by Hubert Rees
Mrs. Mortimer

Mrs. Mortimer

played by Pauline Delaney
Inspector Firbank

Inspector Firbank

played by Ray Smith
Ron Gash

Ron Gash

played by Peter Childs
Frank Marker

Frank Marker

played by Alfred Burke
Hull

Hull

played by John Grieve
Nell Holdsworth

Nell Holdsworth

played by Brenda Cavendish
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