Bulman is a 1985–87 police procedural created and principally written by Murray Smith. Produced by Granada Television for ITV, it is the second and final spin-off from The XYY Man (1976–78), and following Strangers (1978–82). Don Henderson reprises his iconic role as former DCI George Bulman, ostensibly retired from and repairing old clocks but active as a private investigator, with Lucy McGinty as his assistant. The duo are frequently drawn into the clandestine world of the secret service through the machinations of security chief Bill Dugdale or Bulman's former superior Jack Lambie.
Cast: Don Henderson, Siobhan Redmond
13 episodes
- 1. Winds of ChangeBulman's fresh start is shadowed by murder, and the arrival of a new business partner and the daughter of an old colleague called Lucy McGinty won't let old habits die.12CC49minJun 5, 1985
- 2. The Daughter Was a DancerA trendy businessman needs a bodyguard, but Bulman is too late. His murder investigation leads to a pretty dancer.12CC52minJun 12, 1985
- 3. Pandora's Many BoxesHigh flyer Dylan Chadwick wants to know why he's failed security clearance for an executive post. Can he stand investigation to clear his name? And whatever happened to his wife?12CC50minJun 19, 1985
- 4. Death of a HitmanAn underground 'godmother' hires Bulman to learn the truth about her son's death. Dugdale is interested too — and Bulman is 'recruited' by the Russians.12CC49minJun 26, 1985
- 5. The Name of the GameA criminal's widow wants revenge on the policeman who killed him. Bulman joins forces with organised crime to prevent a war.12CC50minJul 3, 1985
- 6. One of Our Pigeons Is MissingBulman turns tramp to solve the murder of a old dosser friend who knew too much about pigeons passing secrets over the Iron Curtain.12CC52minJul 10, 1985
- 7. Sins of OmissionA beautiful Russian assassin kills in London. Lucy disappears on a job with British intelligence. Bulman must find the link and a KGB ally in old friend Pushkin.12CC51minJul 17, 1985
- 8. Another Part of the JungleA church clock needs mending in a quiet Yorkshire village, but the vicar may not be as he seems. There is a ghost on the loose and a professional killer on the prowl.12CC50minJul 24, 1985
- 9. Born Into the PurpleA thief preys on an aristocratic family. Bulman and Lucy join the upper crust, where the latter finds a suitor and a new role as a singer.12CC50minJul 31, 1985
- 10. A Cup for the WinnerAn American diplomat wants to trace a family heirloom stolen in 1746. Finding it seems too good to be true.12CC50minAug 7, 1985
- 11. I Met a Man Who Wasn't ThereWhen a deported villain returns from exile to settle an old debt, Bulman and Lucy slide into a seedy world of strippers and peep shows.12CC52minAug 14, 1985
- 12. A Moveable FeastBulman faces fatality from a plate of lamb. A young couple want to know who's sabotaging their takeaway food business.12CC51minAug 21, 1985
- 13. A Man of ConvictionBulman goes undercover in prison to trap a gangland leader, but when his life is threatened, it's up to Lucy to save him.12CC51minAug 28, 1985
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Bulman is a 1985–87 police procedural created and principally written by Murray Smith. Produced by Granada Television for ITV, it is the second and final spin-off from The XYY Man (1976–78), and following Strangers (1978–82). Don Henderson reprises his iconic role as former DCI George Bulman, ostensibly retired from and repairing old clocks but active as a private investigator, with Lucy McGinty as his assistant. The duo are frequently drawn into the clandestine world of the secret service through the machinations of security chief Bill Dugdale or Bulman's former superior Jack Lambie.
Creators and cast
- Created by
- Murray Smith
- Studio
- Granada Television
Maturity rating
12Check the rating before watching with younger viewers.
Audio languages
English
Where to watch
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