The Adventures of Dr. Fu Manchu

The Adventures of Dr. Fu Manchu (1956)

EndedScripted showAdventure, Crime, Thriller

Dr. Fu Manchu, evil genius and possessor of seemingly unlimited financial resources, has pledged to bring about the downfall of western civilization to avenge unknown wrongs of the past. Only Sir Dennis Nayland-Smith of the Yard is able to thwart his evil plans, ranging from assassination to germ attacks to sparking an all-out war.

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EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E13The Assassins of Dr. Fu ManchuNov. 26, 1956
S01E12The Satellites of Dr. Fu ManchuNov. 19, 1956
S01E11The Master Plan of Dr. Fu ManchuNov. 12, 1956
S01E10The Counterfeiters of Dr. Fu ManchuNov. 5, 1956
S01E09The Death Ship of Dr. Fu ManchuOkt. 29, 1956
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'The Adventures of Dr. Fu Manchu' premiere?

'The Adventures of Dr. Fu Manchu' premiered on October 18, 1956.

Who played the character of Dr. Fu Manchu in the show?

The character of Dr. Fu Manchu was played by Glen Gordon.

How many episodes were there in the first season of 'The Adventures of Dr. Fu Manchu'?

The first season of 'The Adventures of Dr. Fu Manchu' consisted of 13 episodes.

Who was the creator of the TV show 'The Adventures of Dr. Fu Manchu'?

The TV show 'The Adventures of Dr. Fu Manchu' was created by Sax Rohmer.

In which country did the events of 'The Adventures of Dr. Fu Manchu' take place?

The events of 'The Adventures of Dr. Fu Manchu' primarily took place in China.

What was the main occupation of Dr. Fu Manchu in the show?

Dr. Fu Manchu was portrayed as a criminal mastermind in 'The Adventures of Dr. Fu Manchu'.

Who was Dr. Fu Manchu's arch-nemesis in the show?

Sir Dennis Nayland Smith was Dr. Fu Manchu's arch-nemesis in 'The Adventures of Dr. Fu Manchu'.

What was the main goal of Dr. Fu Manchu?

Dr. Fu Manchu's main goal was to achieve world domination in 'The Adventures of Dr. Fu Manchu'.

Who were the main allies of Sir Dennis Nayland Smith in the show?

Sir Denis Nayland Smith's main allies in 'The Adventures of Dr. Fu Manchu' were Dr. Petrie and Karamaneh.

What was the primary genre of 'The Adventures of Dr. Fu Manchu'?

'The Adventures of Dr. Fu Manchu' was primarily a crime and adventure TV show.

Did the show 'The Adventures of Dr. Fu Manchu' receive any awards?

'The Adventures of Dr. Fu Manchu' did not receive any notable awards.

Were there any spin-off shows or movies based on 'The Adventures of Dr. Fu Manchu'?

There were no spin-off shows or movies based on 'The Adventures of Dr. Fu Manchu'.

Did 'The Adventures of Dr. Fu Manchu' have a memorable theme song?

Yes, 'The Adventures of Dr. Fu Manchu' had a memorable theme song that became synonymous with the show.

Were there any notable guest stars in 'The Adventures of Dr. Fu Manchu'?

'The Adventures of Dr. Fu Manchu' featured guest appearances from various actors, but no notable guest stars.

Did the show have any significant impact on popular culture?

Although 'The Adventures of Dr. Fu Manchu' didn't have a significant impact on popular culture, it contributed to the ongoing fascination with the character of Dr. Fu Manchu.

How long did 'The Adventures of Dr. Fu Manchu' stay on air?

'The Adventures of Dr. Fu Manchu' aired for a total of two seasons from 1956 to 1957.

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