Primus

Primus (1971-1972)

EndedScripted showAction, Adventure

Robert Brown stars as Carter Primus, a global underwater troubleshooter. This undersea expert fights crime as well as sharks.

Network
Scheduleevery Wednesday at 19:30 (30 min)

Last Episode

Breaking Point
Season 1Episode 930 min

Breaking Point

Three astronauts spend 60 days in an undersea habitat and begin to show signs of stress. Marshall Grant, one of the astronauts (Guy Stockwell), goes berserk in an underwater test chamber.

Nov 24, 1974

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E09Breaking PointNov 24, 1974
S01E26Ten Minutes of EternityJun 16, 1972
S01E25The NetJun 9, 1972
S01E24Trapped, Part TwoJun 2, 1972
S01E23Trapped, Part OneMay 26, 1972
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Primus premiere?

Primus premiered on September 16, 1971.

Who were the main characters in Primus?

The main characters in Primus were Sgt. Jake Hooker, Officer Andy Anderson, and Officer Ed Maloney.

What was the premise of Primus?

Primus followed the daily lives and adventures of three police officers in a small Midwestern town.

Where was Primus set?

Primus was set in the fictional town of Lochester.

Who created Primus?

Primus was created by Richard Levinson and William Link.

How many episodes were there in the first season of Primus?

The first season of Primus consisted of 13 episodes.

Who was the lead actor in Primus?

The lead actor in Primus was Robert Hooks, who played Sgt. Jake Hooker.

What was the running time of each episode of Primus?

Each episode of Primus had a running time of approximately 60 minutes.

Did Primus receive any awards or nominations?

Primus did not receive any major awards or nominations.

Who directed the pilot episode of Primus?

The pilot episode of Primus was directed by Richard C. Sarafian.

Did Primus have a memorable theme song?

Yes, Primus had a memorable theme song composed by Pete Rugolo.

Were there any notable guest stars on Primus?

Yes, notable guest stars on Primus included Ossie Davis, Louis Gossett Jr., and Cicely Tyson.

Did Primus tackle any social issues in its episodes?

Yes, Primus addressed various social issues such as racism, drug abuse, and youth crime.

Was Primus critically acclaimed?

Primus received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising its realistic portrayal of police work, while others found it formulaic.

Did Primus have a dedicated fanbase?

Primus had a loyal fanbase, who appreciated its gritty and realistic portrayal of police work.

Did Primus have any spin-offs or related shows?

No, Primus did not have any spin-offs or related shows.

Cast

Robert Brown

Robert Brown

plays Carter Primus
Will Kuluva

Will Kuluva

plays Charlie Kingman
Eva Renzi

Eva Renzi

plays Toni Hayden
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Characters

Carter Primus

Carter Primus

played by Robert Brown
Charlie Kingman

Charlie Kingman

played by Will Kuluva
Toni Hayden

Toni Hayden

played by Eva Renzi
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