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Play S1 E1Checkmate is an American detective television series starring Anthony George, Sebastian Cabot, and Doug McClure. The show aired on CBS Television from 1960 to 1962 for a total of 70 episodes and was produced by Jack Benny's production company, "JaMco Productions" in co-operation with Revue Studios. Guest stars included Charles Laughton, Peter Lorre, and Lee Marvin, among many other commensurately prominent performers.
Cast: Anthony George, Doug McClure, Sebastian Cabot
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35 episodes
- 1. Death Runs WildStory tells of a demented woman out to kill private eye Anthony George. The instrument of death, as it turned out, was, a wild stallion she stocked on her ranch. Her motive was revenge. On a previous case, the private eye had brought her lover to justice and the gas chamber.TV-PGCC1 h 0 minSep 17, 1960
- 2. Interrupted HoneymoonNo synopsis available yet.TV-PGCC1 h 0 minSep 24, 1960
- 3. The Cyanide TouchNo synopsis available yet.TV-PGCC1 h 0 minOct 1, 1960
- 4. Lady on the BrinkCheckmate comes to the aid of a woman with a traumatic past when it becomes evident that someone is trying to make it appear she's mentally unstable. discrediting her eye-witness testimony at a murder trial.TV-PGCC1 h 0 minOct 15, 1960
- 5. Face in the WindowNo synopsis available yet.TV-PGCC1 h 0 minOct 22, 1960
- 6. RunawayA girl shows up at Corey's apartment, claiming that she is running from someone who is trying to kill her. However, the detectives all find that nothing she has said checks out, including her numerous aliases, and that she's actually an heiress running from a controlling grandmother. But it does appear that the part about someone trying to kill her may be the truth.TV-PGCC1 h 0 minOct 29, 1960
- 7. Target: TycoonNo synopsis available yet.TV-PGCC1 h 0 minNov 5, 1960
- 8. The Deadly ShadowNo synopsis available yet.TV-PGCC1 h 0 minNov 12, 1960
- 9. The Dark DivideBarbara Rush plays a dual role in The dark divide. Why should Margaret Russell's life be threatened? Her aunt keeps getting phone calls from a woman named Nikki Garnett, threatening Margaret. What motive could the woman have?TV-PGCC1 h 0 minNov 19, 1960
- 10. Moment of TruthNo synopsis available yet.TV-PGCC1 h 0 minNov 26, 1960
- 11. The Mask of VengeanceNo synopsis available yet.TV-PGCC1 h 0 minDec 3, 1960
- 12. The Murder GameAttorney Emory Olivant invites Corey, Sills and Dr. Hyatt to a party. Once all the guests have arrived, Olivant announces that they are going to play a game—a murder game in which he will be the killer.TV-PGCC1 h 0 minDec 17, 1960
- 13. The Princess in the TowerNo synopsis available yet.TV-PGCC1 h 0 minDec 31, 1960
- 14. The Terror from the EastNo synopsis available yet.TV-PGCC1 h 0 minJan 7, 1961
- 15. The Human TouchArguably the finest episode of the series, featuring guest star Peter Lorre as an ex-con criminal mastermind determined to wreak revenge on master criminologist Sebastian Cabot. An intricate series of cat and mouse moves between the two geniuses culminates in a surprise and ultimately poignant ending, befitting the episode title. This episode stresses the close friendships between the three detectives of CHECKMATE INCORPORATED as it contrasts with that of the brilliant, but soulless Lorre. Directing, writing and acting are all exemplary.TV-PGCC1 h 0 minJan 14, 1961
- 16. Hour of ExecutionNo synopsis available yet.TV-PGCC1 h 0 minJan 21, 1961
- 17. Don't Believe a Word She SaysNo synopsis available yet.TV-PGCC1 h 0 minJan 28, 1961
- 18. Laugh Till I DieNo synopsis available yet.TV-PGCC1 h 0 minFeb 4, 1961
- 19. Between Two GunsNo synopsis available yet.TV-PGCC1 h 0 minFeb 11, 1961
- 20. A Matter of ConscienceNo synopsis available yet.TV-PGCC1 h 0 minFeb 18, 1961
- 21. Melody for MurderNo synopsis available yet.TV-PGCC1 h 0 minFeb 25, 1961
- 22. Phantom LoverA woman believes her husband has killed her male friend, who can not be found. She hires Checkmate to investigate.TV-PGCC1 h 0 minMar 4, 1961
- 23. The GiftLola Tuscany, a temperamental lady soprano, is having premonitions of her death. After her concert she is almost poisoned and Checkmate Inc. is hired to keep her safe. Don Corey is skeptical, believing it is a publicity stunt, until he is nearly killed when a bomb explodes in the car he and Lola are driving in.TV-PGCC1 h 0 minMar 11, 1961
- 24. One for the BookNo synopsis available yet.TV-PGCC1 h 0 minMar 18, 1961
- 25. The Paper KillerNo synopsis available yet.TV-PGCC1 h 0 minMar 25, 1961
- 26. Jungle CastleAfter two attempts on his life, big game hunter Lee Tabor brings Dr. Hyatt and Carl to his home in the Malayan jungle. He asks for their help in finding out which of his three house guests is trying to kill him.TV-PGCC1 h 0 minApr 1, 1961
- 27. The Deadly SilenceNo synopsis available yet.TV-PGCC1 h 0 minApr 8, 1961
- 28. Goodbye Griff""Ex-convict Griff Nolan is jealous because his wife Libby earns more as a magazine editor than he does as a mechanic. More domestic strife develops when Griff becomes jealous of Libby's boss Lewis Bates --- and buys a gun."" -- TV GuideTV-PGCC1 h 0 minApr 15, 1961
- 30. Voyage Into FearNo synopsis available yet.TV-PGCC1 h 0 minMay 6, 1961
- 31. Tight As a DrumNo synopsis available yet.TV-PGCC1 h 0 minMay 13, 1961
- 32. Death by DesignEve Arden, plays a fashion designer, worried that someone is out to destroy her and her business. Checkmate have two main suspects.TV-PGCC1 h 0 minMay 20, 1961
- 33. The Thrill SeekerNo synopsis available yet.TV-PGCC1 h 0 minMay 27, 1961
- 34. Hot Wind in a Cold TownNo synopsis available yet.TV-PGCC1 h 0 minJun 10, 1961
- 35. A Slight Touch of VenomNo synopsis available yet.TV-PGCC1 h 0 minJun 17, 1961
- 36. State of ShockNo synopsis available yet.TV-PGCC1 h 0 minJun 24, 1961
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Checkmate is an American detective television series starring Anthony George, Sebastian Cabot, and Doug McClure. The show aired on CBS Television from 1960 to 1962 for a total of 70 episodes and was produced by Jack Benny's production company, "JaMco Productions" in co-operation with Revue Studios. Guest stars included Charles Laughton, Peter Lorre, and Lee Marvin, among many other commensurately prominent performers.
Creators and cast
- Created by
- Eric Ambler
- Studio
- Jamco Productions, Revue Studios
Maturity rating
TV-PGCheck the rating before watching with younger viewers.
Audio languages
English
Where to watch
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