Banacek
Series Overview
Banacek is an American detective TV series starring George Peppard that aired on the NBC network from 1972 to 1974. The series was part of the rotating NBC Wednesday Mystery Movie anthology. It alternated in its time slot with several other shows but was the only one to last beyond its first season.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.
2 Seasons • 16 Episodes
70 min per episode
1972 – 1974
Premiered: Wed, Sep 13, 1972
Latest Aired Episode
Season 2, Episode 8: “Now You See Me, Now You Don't”
A stage magician vanishes in the middle of his act, as he is about to be arrested on suspicion of a $1,750,000 securities fraud. Banacek is called in to try to recover the missing money and solve the mystery of the disappearing man.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Anthony Wilson
Howie Horwitz, George Eckstein
Department Leadership Roster
Howie Horwitz
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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TV-PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — Contains material parents may find unsuitable for younger children.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance Suggested — Contains material parents may find unsuitable for younger children.
Parental Guidance — Recommended for mature viewers.
Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.
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What is Banacek about?
Banacek is an American detective TV series starring George Peppard that aired on the NBC network from 1972 to 1974. The series was part of the rotating NBC Wednesday Mystery Movie anthology. It alternated in its time slot with several other shows but was the only one to last beyond its first season.
How many seasons does Banacek have?
Banacek comprises 2 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in Banacek?
Key cast members in Banacek include George Peppard, George Murdock, Ralph Manza, Murray Matheson, Christine Belford.
Who created or directed Banacek?
Banacek was developed and directed by Anthony Wilson.