Ever wonder what Michael Robbins was doing before he became 'Arthur' in 'On The Buses'? Look no further. This 'Avengers' caper casts him as 'Cavell', an enemy agent. Sporting a wig and wearing a smart suit, he looks unusually dapper by Arthur's standards. And he gets to fight Tara!
Penned by Terry Nation, the plot has Steed and Tara coming into possession of a red briefcase which is carrying information as to the identity of a top level traitor. It cannot be opened as it is booby trapped. When the correct key is inserted into the lock, it talks - giving the name of the next contact. Our heroes follow it from one location to another, from a seedy hotel to a dancing school for girls to Captain Tim's ( John Ronane ) karate school.
A novel idea and it's well executed; Robert Fuest's direction being noticeably less flashy than usual. As well as Robbins, you'll find Penelope Keith as 'Audrey' ( no, not the frightful 'Audrey' of 'To The Manor Born' ). This 'Audrey' is a snooty dance teacher. Her niece, Sally ( Elisabeth Robillard, giving an excellent performance ) is the real contact! A good all-round episode.
Penned by Terry Nation, the plot has Steed and Tara coming into possession of a red briefcase which is carrying information as to the identity of a top level traitor. It cannot be opened as it is booby trapped. When the correct key is inserted into the lock, it talks - giving the name of the next contact. Our heroes follow it from one location to another, from a seedy hotel to a dancing school for girls to Captain Tim's ( John Ronane ) karate school.
A novel idea and it's well executed; Robert Fuest's direction being noticeably less flashy than usual. As well as Robbins, you'll find Penelope Keith as 'Audrey' ( no, not the frightful 'Audrey' of 'To The Manor Born' ). This 'Audrey' is a snooty dance teacher. Her niece, Sally ( Elisabeth Robillard, giving an excellent performance ) is the real contact! A good all-round episode.