The Secret Service

The Secret Service (1969)

EndedAnimation showAction, Adventure, Espionage

The Secret Service was a British children's espionage television series.

The series follows the adventures of Father Stanley Unwin, the parish priest of a rural English village. Affecting the appearance of an eccentric middle-aged vicar, Unwin moonlights as a secret agent for BISHOP (British Intelligence Service Headquarters, Operation Priest), a top-secret division of British Intelligence based in Whitehall. Answering to his superior, "The Bishop", Unwin is stationed at his vicarage with Matthew Harding – another agent who, when not assisting the Father on missions, adopts the manner of a simple gardener. Supporting characters include Blake, a junior BISHOP operative, and Mrs Appleby, the Father's ageing housekeeper, who is unaware of Unwin and Harding's involvement with British Intelligence.

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Scheduleevery Sunday (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E13More Haste, Less SpeedDec 14, 1969
S01E12May-Day, May-Day!Dec 7, 1969
S01E11School for SpiesNov 30, 1969
S01E10The CureNov 23, 1969
S01E09The Deadly WhisperNov 16, 1969
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

What year did 'The Secret Service' premiere?

'The Secret Service' premiered in 1969.

Who created 'The Secret Service'?

The series was created by Gerry and Sylvia Anderson.

What is the main plot of 'The Secret Service'?

'The Secret Service' is about a priest who is also a secret agent for a British intelligence organization.

What is the name of the main character in 'The Secret Service'?

The main character in 'The Secret Service' is Father Unwin.

What is the name of Father Unwin's boss?

Father Unwin's boss is known only as "The Bishop".

Who voices the character of Father Unwin?

The character of Father Unwin is voiced by Stanley Unwin.

What is the name of Father Unwin's fellow agent?

Father Unwin's fellow agent is named Matthew Harding.

What is the name of the sinister organization that Father Unwin and Harding fight against?

The sinister organization that Father Unwin and Harding fight against is called "The Mechanic".

What is unique about the puppetry style used for 'The Secret Service'?

'The Secret Service' featured "Supermarionation" puppetry, which used electronic lip-syncing.

What is the name of the aircraft that Father Unwin and Harding use for transportation?

Father Unwin and Harding use a aircraft called the "Minimiser".

Who composed the theme music for 'The Secret Service'?

The theme music for 'The Secret Service' was composed by Barry Gray.

How many episodes were produced for 'The Secret Service'?

There were only 13 episodes produced for 'The Secret Service'.

What other shows did Gerry and Sylvia Anderson create?

Gerry and Sylvia Anderson also created 'Thunderbirds', 'Stingray', and 'Captain Scarlet and the Mysterons'.

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