Callan

Callan (1967-1972)

EndedScripted showDrama, Action

Callan was a late sixties-early seventies British action/drama television series created by James Mitchell. It starred Edward Woodward as Callan, an agent of a state secret service dealing with internal security threats to the United Kingdom.

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Scheduleevery Saturday at 21:00 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S04E12Do You Recognise the Woman? (Richmond File 2)May 17, 1972
S04E11Call Me Enemy (Richmond File 1)May 10, 1972
S04E10The ContractMay 3, 1972
S04E09The CarrierApr 26, 1972
S04E13A Man Like Me (Richmond File 3)Apr 24, 1972
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did the TV show 'Callan' premiere?

'Callan' premiered on July 4, 1967.

Who played the lead role in the show 'Callan'?

Edward Woodward played the lead role of David Callan.

What was David Callan's job in the TV show 'Callan'?

David Callan worked as a spy for a British government agency called The Section.

Who was Callan's boss in the TV show 'Callan'?

Callan's boss was known only as Hunter and was played by William Squire.

What was the name of the criminal organization that Callan frequently went up against in the TV show 'Callan'?

The criminal organization that Callan frequently went up against was known as the "Other Side."

How many episodes were there in the first season of the TV show 'Callan'?

There were a total of 13 episodes in the first season of 'Callan'.

Who directed the majority of the episodes of the TV show 'Callan'?

The majority of the episodes of 'Callan' were directed by Piers Haggard.

Who composed the theme music for the TV show 'Callan'?

The theme music for 'Callan' was composed by James Bernard.

What was the name of the organization that Callan had worked for previously before joining The Section?

The organization that Callan previously worked for was called "Section One".

Who played the role of Meres in the TV show 'Callan'?

Meres was played by Anthony Valentine in the TV show 'Callan'.

What was the reason for the cancellation of the TV show 'Callan'?

'Callan' was not cancelled, but the final episode aired on May 21, 1972.

What was the name of the actress who played Callan's girlfriend, Liz?

The actress who played Callan's girlfriend, Liz, was Lisa Langdell.

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