Jason King

Jason King (1971-1972)

EndedScripted showDrama, Action, Crime

Jason King is a crime drama starring Peter Wyngarde as the flamboyant playboy investigator and author of his own fictional detective Mark Caine. The series is a spin-off from another ITV series, Department S.

Network
Scheduleevery Friday (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E26That Isn't Me, It's Somebody Elseavr. 28, 1972
S01E25An Author in Search of Two Charactersavr. 21, 1972
S01E24Zeniaavr. 14, 1972
S01E23Chapter One: The Company I Keepavr. 7, 1972
S01E22Every Picture Tells a Storymars 31, 1972
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did the TV show 'Jason King' premiere?

'Jason King' premiered on September 15, 1971.

Who played the lead role of Jason King in the show?

Peter Wyngarde played the lead role of Jason King.

What was Jason King's occupation in the show?

Jason King was a crime novelist.

Did 'Jason King' have any spin-offs?

Yes, 'Jason King' had a spin-off called 'Department S.'

Where was 'Jason King' primarily set?

'Jason King' was primarily set in London, England.

What genre does 'Jason King' fall under?

'Jason King' is a mystery/crime drama series.

How many episodes were there in the first season of 'Jason King'?

The first season of 'Jason King' had 26 episodes.

Who were the main production companies behind 'Jason King'?

The main production companies behind 'Jason King' were ITC Entertainment and ATV.

Did 'Jason King' receive any notable awards or nominations?

No, 'Jason King' did not receive any notable awards or nominations.

What was the average runtime of each episode of 'Jason King'?

Each episode of 'Jason King' had an average runtime of approximately 60 minutes.

Who was the creator of 'Jason King'?

'Jason King' was created by Dennis Spooner and Monty Berman.

Did 'Jason King' have any recurring characters?

Yes, 'Jason King' had recurring characters such as Nicola Harvester and Annabelle Hurst.

What was the theme music for 'Jason King'?

The theme music for 'Jason King' was composed by Laurie Johnson.

Did 'Jason King' have a consistent time slot during its run?

Yes, 'Jason King' had a consistent time slot of Thursdays at 8:30 PM.

Was 'Jason King' a popular show during its time?

Yes, 'Jason King' gained a dedicated following during its time.

Did 'Jason King' have any notable guest stars?

Yes, 'Jason King' featured guest stars such as Diana Rigg, Christopher Lee, and John Hurt.

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