Return of the Saint

Return of the Saint (1978-1979)

EndedScripted showAction, Adventure, Crime

Simon Templar--aka The Saint--is a dashing young man, independently wealthy, who craves excitement and finds it as a self-appointed dispenser of justice. Seeking no personal gain, he deploys criminal methods in a one-man war against organised crime, always staying beyond the reach of the law enforcement agencies.

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Scheduleevery Sunday at 19:15 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E24The Diplomat's Daughtermars 11, 1979
S01E23Appointment in Florencemars 4, 1979
S01E22Dragonseedfévr. 25, 1979
S01E21Vicious Circlefévr. 11, 1979
S01E20The Obono Affairfévr. 4, 1979
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'Return of the Saint' premiere?

'Return of the Saint' premiered on September 10, 1978.

Who played the main character in 'Return of the Saint'?

Ian Ogilvy portrayed the main character in 'Return of the Saint.'

What was the character's name in 'Return of the Saint'?

The main character's name in 'Return of the Saint' was Simon Templar.

What was Simon Templar's occupation in the show?

Simon Templar was a freelance spy and adventurer in 'Return of the Saint.'

Where was 'Return of the Saint' primarily set?

'Return of the Saint' was primarily set in London, England.

Who was Simon Templar's love interest in the show?

Simon Templar's love interest in 'Return of the Saint' was a character named Claudia.

Who was the main antagonist in 'Return of the Saint'?

The main antagonist in 'Return of the Saint' was a criminal mastermind named Rayt Marius.

What was the iconic vehicle driven by Simon Templar in 'Return of the Saint'?

Simon Templar drove a white Volvo P1800E sports car in 'Return of the Saint.'

Did 'Return of the Saint' feature any recurring characters?

Yes, 'Return of the Saint' had recurring characters like Colonel Latignant and Inspector Claud Eustace Teal.

What was the genre of 'Return of the Saint'?

'Return of the Saint' was a British action-adventure television series.

How many episodes were there in the first season of 'Return of the Saint'?

The first season of 'Return of the Saint' consisted of 24 episodes.

Who composed the theme music for 'Return of the Saint'?

The theme music for 'Return of the Saint' was composed by Brian Dee.

Did 'Return of the Saint' receive any awards or nominations?

'Return of the Saint' did not receive any notable awards or nominations.

Was 'Return of the Saint' a continuation of a previous TV series?

Yes, 'Return of the Saint' was a continuation of the 1960s TV series 'The Saint.'

What was the running time of each episode of 'Return of the Saint'?

Each episode of 'Return of the Saint' had a running time of approximately 60 minutes.

Did 'Return of the Saint' have any memorable guest stars?

Yes, 'Return of the Saint' featured guest appearances by actors like Christopher Lee and Honor Blackman.

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