Special Branch

Special Branch (1969-1974)

EndedScripted showDrama, Crime

Special Branch is a British television series made by Thames Television for ITV and shown between 1969 and 1974.

Special Branch was a police drama series, centred on members of the Special Branch anti-espionage and anti-terrorist department of the London Metropolitan Police.

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S04E13Downwind of AngelsMay 9, 1974
S04E12DiversionMay 2, 1974
S04E11AlienApr 25, 1974
S04E10InterceptApr 18, 1974
S04E09Date of BirthApr 11, 1974
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When was the premiere of Special Branch?

Special Branch premiered on September 17, 1969.

Who was the lead actor in Special Branch?

Derren Nesbitt played the lead character, Detective Chief Inspector (DCI) Jordan.

What was the occupation of the protagonist in the show?

The show followed the daily activities of London's Metropolitan Police Special Branch and its head, DCI Jordan.

Did Special Branch primarily deal with domestic or international crime cases?

Special Branch dealt with both domestic and international crime cases.

What was the main focus of the show?

The show's main focus was countering terrorism, espionage, and political extremist plots.

In what time period was Special Branch set?

Special Branch was set in the contemporary late 1960s period.

How many actors appeared in every episode of Special Branch?

Only Derren Nesbitt appeared in every episode of Special Branch.

Was the show based on true stories or events?

The show was inspired by real-life incidents and the work of the real Special Branch.

How many episodes were there in the first season of Special Branch?

There were only six episodes in the first season of Special Branch.

Did Special Branch have a recurring villain?

The show did not have a recurring villain. Each episode focused on a different antagonist.

Was there a romantic subplot in Special Branch?

No, there was no romantic subplot in Special Branch, it primarily focused on the cases.

Was the show cancelled or did it conclude satisfyingly?

The show was not cancelled and ended on its own, but its ending was open rather than satisfying for many.

Was Special Branch well received by the critics and audience?

Yes, the show was quite popular among the audience and the critics.

Was Special Branch more action-packed or dialogue-driven?

It was a combination of both, action-packed as well as dialogue-driven.

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