The Avengers
“Mrs Peel, We're Needed!”
Series Overview
A quirky spy show of the adventures of eccentrically suave British Agent John Steed and his predominantly female partners. Jonathan Steed - an urbane, proper gentleman spy - teams with various assistants throughout the series' run, including Dr. David Keel, Cathy Gale, Emma Peel and Tara King, to repeatedly save the world from diabolical schemes plotted by equally diabolical evil-doers (among them robots and man-eating monsters).
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.
6 Seasons • 161 Episodes
50–60 min per episode
1961 – 1969
Premiered: Sat, Jan 7, 1961
Sydney NewmanLatest Aired Episode
Season 6, Episode 33: “Bizarre”
When a woman is found walking barefoot in a snowy field, complaining of a dead man who wasn't dead, Steed investigates the Happy Meadows funeral parlour, which doesn't seem to be keeping its clients down under. What connection could that business possibly have with Mystic Tours?
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
CTV promo The Avengers 1968
Type: Trailer • Published 2015-01-25
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Sydney Newman
Laurie Johnson
Department Leadership Roster
Laurie Johnson
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
TV-14: Parents Strongly Cautioned — Contains material unsuitable for children under 14.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Parental Guidance Suggested.
Parental Guidance — Recommended for mature viewers.
Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.
Parents Strongly Cautioned — Contains material unsuitable for children under 14.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Avengers
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What is The Avengers about?
A quirky spy show of the adventures of eccentrically suave British Agent John Steed and his predominantly female partners. Jonathan Steed - an urbane, proper gentleman spy - teams with various assistants throughout the series' run, including Dr. David Keel, Cathy Gale, Emma Peel and Tara King, to repeatedly save the world from diabolical schemes plotted by equally diabolical evil-doers (among them robots and man-eating monsters).
How many seasons does The Avengers have?
The Avengers comprises 6 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in The Avengers?
Key cast members in The Avengers include Patrick Macnee, Linda Thorson.
Who created or directed The Avengers?
The Avengers was developed and directed by Sydney Newman.