Callan
“David Callan, only good at one thing, well maybe two, killing people and collecting toy soldiers.”
Series Overview
Callan is the title of a British television series set in the murky world of espionage. Originally produced by ABC Weekend Television and later Thames Television, it was aired on the ITV network over four seasons spread out between 1967 and 1972. The series starred Edward Woodward as David Callan, a reluctant professional killer for a shadowy branch of the British Government's intelligence services known as 'the Section'.
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4 Seasons • 44 Episodes
50 min per episode
1967 – 1972
Premiered: Mon, Feb 6, 1967
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Season 4, Episode 12: “Do You Recognise the Woman? (Richmond File 2)”
Richmond, a top enemy defector, reveals his true purpose.
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What is Callan about?
Callan is the title of a British television series set in the murky world of espionage. Originally produced by ABC Weekend Television and later Thames Television, it was aired on the ITV network over four seasons spread out between 1967 and 1972. The series starred Edward Woodward as David Callan, a reluctant professional killer for a shadowy branch of the British Government's intelligence services known as 'the Section'.
How many seasons does Callan have?
Callan comprises 4 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in Callan?
Key cast members in Callan include Edward Woodward, Russell Hunter, Anthony Valentine, William Squire, Patrick Mower.
Who created or directed Callan?
Callan was developed and directed by Not specified.