Public Eye

Public Eye (1965-1975)

EndedScripted show

"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.

Streaming

Watch Now

Network

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
View all episodesView all seasons

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
View all cast

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
View all characters

Recently Updated Shows

Recently updated shows that might be of your interest.
The Daily Show
Running

The Daily Show

Hosted by a rotating cast of comedy greats, The Daily Show remains the go-to source for provocative satire, insightful interviews and an award-winning team of correspondents and contributors.

GenreComedy
Big Brother
Running

Big Brother

Big Brother follows a group of people living together in a house outfitted with dozens of high-definition cameras and microphones recording their every move, 24 hours a day. Each week, the Houseguests will vote someone out of the house. At the end, the last remaining Houseguest will receive the grand prize of $500,000.

Survivor
Running

Survivor

Eighteen to twenty castaways will compete against each other on Survivor. All castaways will compete to outwit, outplay, outlast and ultimately be crowned Sole Survivor.

GenreAdventure
Saturday Night Live
Running

Saturday Night Live

Saturday Night Live is an Emmy Award-winning late-night comedy showcase.

Since its inception in 1975, "SNL" has launched the careers of many of the brightest comedy performers of their generation. As The New York Times noted on the occasion of the show's Emmy-winning 25th Anniversary special in 1999, "in defiance of both time and show business convention, 'SNL' is still the most pervasive influence on the art of comedy in contemporary culture." At the close of the century, "Saturday Night Live" placed seventh on Entertainment Weekly's list of the Top 100 Entertainers of the past fifty years.

GenreComedy, Music
Lioness
Running

Lioness

Lioness, inspired by an actual U.S. Military program, follows the life of Joe while she attempts to balance her personal and professional life as the tip of the CIA's spear in the war on terror. The Lioness Program, overseen by Kaitlyn Meade and Donald Westfield, enlists an aggressive Marine Raider named Cruz to operate undercover alongside Joe among the power brokers of State terrorism in the CIA's efforts to thwart the next 9/11.

GenreDrama, Thriller, Espionage
* This is an affiliate link. If you click and purchase, we will receive a commission from the provider. This will not incur any additional costs for you and you will support our project. We thank you for your support!