Smuggler

Smuggler (1981)

EndedScripted showDrama, Action, Adventure

Set in 1802, Smuggler is a fast-paced swashbuckler chronicles the adventures of ex-British naval officer turned smuggler Jack Vincent as he eludes revenue officers along the coast of England. A headstrong loner, Vincent frequently finds himself entangled in the espionage war between England and France in this early part of the Napoleon Era. Made by HTV West (Harlech Television, West) for the ITV Network.

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Scheduleevery Sunday (25 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E13Straw Man (Part Two)Jul 19, 1981
S01E12Straw Man (Part One)Jul 12, 1981
S01E11An Eye for an EyeJun 28, 1981
S01E10The FelonJun 21, 1981
S01E09HogsheadJun 14, 1981
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Smuggler premiere?

Smuggler premiered on October 23, 1981.

Who created Smuggler?

Smuggler was created by Glen A. Larson.

What was the genre of Smuggler?

Smuggler was a crime drama series.

Which network aired Smuggler?

Smuggler aired on CBS.

Who played the main character in Smuggler?

The main character, Jack Cutter, was played by Brian Keith.

What was Jack Cutter's occupation?

Jack Cutter was a retired customs officer.

What was the show's premise?

Smuggler followed Jack Cutter as he worked to bring down international drug smugglers.

Who was the show's main villain?

The show's main villain was a drug lord named Frank Sandoval.

Who played Frank Sandoval?

Frank Sandoval was played by Julian Christopher.

Where was Smuggler filmed?

Smuggler was primarily filmed in San Diego, California.

How many episodes of Smuggler were produced?

There were thirteen episodes of Smuggler produced.

Who directed the pilot episode of Smuggler?

The pilot episode of Smuggler was directed by Don Weis.

Did Smuggler receive any awards or nominations?

No, Smuggler did not receive any major awards or nominations.

Was Smuggler a popular show during its time?

Smuggler was not a major ratings success and was cancelled after only one season.

Did Smuggler have any notable guest stars?

Yes, Smuggler featured appearances by notable actors such as James Whitmore, Robert Loggia, and Robert Pine.

Is Smuggler available for streaming?

As of June 2023, Smuggler is not available for streaming on major platforms.

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