Search
Series Overview
Search is an American science fiction series that aired on Wednesday nights on NBC at 10 pm ET, from September 1972 to August 1973. It ran for 23 episodes, not including the two-hour pilot film originally titled Probe. When picked up for series production, the title had to be changed because Probe was the name of an existing PBS series. In the UK the series aired on BBC 1 under the title Search Control. The show was created by Leslie Stevens, and produced by Leslie Stevens, Robert Justman, John Strong and Tony Spinner. The high concept was described as "science fiction in today's world" and the episodes featured many high-tech elements which are considered common in current science fiction shows.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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1 Season • 23 Episodes
60 min per episode
1972 – 1973
Premiered: Wed, Sep 13, 1972
Leslie StevensLatest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 23: “The Packagers”
Grover's search for a missing officer previously involved in a failed military coup carries him into the heart of a group planning a full-scale revolution.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Search TV Series (Theme Song)
Type: Opening Credits • Published 2014-12-20
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Leslie Stevens
Robert H. Justman
Department Leadership Roster
Robert H. Justman
Producer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Search
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What is Search about?
Search is an American science fiction series that aired on Wednesday nights on NBC at 10 pm ET, from September 1972 to August 1973. It ran for 23 episodes, not including the two-hour pilot film originally titled Probe. When picked up for series production, the title had to be changed because Probe was the name of an existing PBS series. In the UK the series aired on BBC 1 under the title Search Control. The show was created by Leslie Stevens, and produced by Leslie Stevens, Robert Justman, John Strong and Tony Spinner. The high concept was described as "science fiction in today's world" and the episodes featured many high-tech elements which are considered common in current science fiction shows.
How many seasons does Search have?
Search comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in Search?
Key cast members in Search include Anthony Franciosa, Burgess Meredith, Doug McClure, Hugh O'Brian, Angel Tompkins.
Who created or directed Search?
Search was developed and directed by Leslie Stevens.