Man of the World(1962)

7.3
2 Seasons
CrimeDrama

Overview

Michael Strait is a world-renowned photographer whose assignments lead him into investigating mysterious goings-on amongst the rich and glamorous and intrigue from far-flung places as Iraq, French Indochina, and Algiers.

Created By: Leslie Harris

Episodes

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Ep 1

Death of a Conference

In the final phases of the Algerian war, Strait is caught between the French generals and the Algerian revolutionaries as peace negotiations grow ever more dangerous and complicated.

29/09/196249 min
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Ep 2

Masquerade in Spain

In Spain, Strait is asked to do a photo shoot on a beautiful heiress, but unwittingly takes her to her kidnapping — one that she's in on.

06/10/196249 min
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Ep 3

Blaze of Glory

When Strait meets an ace racer with failing eyesight, he sees the opportunity to help a young man achieve his aim of driving in top racing rally — but another is interested in the driver for nefarious reasons.

13/10/196249 min
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Ep 4

The Runaways

An easily impressed American heiress flees with a stranger who rescued her from a gang of thugs in the French Riviera. Strait is asked to keep tabs on the couple as they hide before their wedding, an exclusive for a Paris paper. However, something doesn't add up about the would-be groom.

20/10/196249 min
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Ep 5

The Frontier

A defenseless remote Indian town is at risk of a takeover when red Chinese soldiers arrie. Strait's assignment, and only hope for the inhabitants, is a lady bacteriologist sent by the local government.

27/10/196249 min
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Ep 6

The Sentimental Agent

In Havana, Strait is arrested and imprisoned for taking unauthorized photographs. Warren receives help from shady Argentinian businessman Carlos Borella, who has connections with corrupt officials, and can get Strait released.

03/11/196249 min
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Ep 7

The Highland Story

Assigned to report on the Scottish Highland clan system, Strait finds the residents of a local village less than friendly when he enquiries about 'sacred' traditions.

10/11/196249 min
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Ep 8

Nature of Justice

Professor O'Connor claims to have discovered an engraved stone tablet which provides a link to an early civilisation. Assigned to cover the story for a science magazine, Strait finds that all is not as it first appears.

17/11/196249 min
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Ep 9

The Mindreader

Stait is sought to do some publicity for a girl who seems to be a genuine clairvoyant, who reluctantly passes all tests of her abilities — yet she may not be what she seems.

24/11/196249 min
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Ep 10

Portrait of a Girl

Strait's close-up of old masters in the art world reveals fakes with a familiar face involved.

01/12/196249 min
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Ep 11

Specialist for the Kill

A casual assignment in Berlin to photograph the latest fashions becomes a nightmare for Strait when he uncovers a plot to assassinate a visiting industrialist.

08/12/196249 min
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Ep 12

A Family Affair

A bomb goes off in a Paris salon, just as Strait is photographing the models.

15/12/196249 min
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Ep 13

Shadow of the Wall

In West Berlin, Strait stays with a German friend from the war and his young English wife. American occupation forces believe the friend is passing Allied secrets to the communists, and endeavor to recruit Strait.

22/12/196249 min

Show Info

StatusEnded
NetworkITV1
TypeScripted

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