The Charmer

The Charmer (1987)

EndedScripted showDrama, Crime, Thriller

Nigel Havers is the suave and deadly Ralph Ernest Gorse, a.k.a. The Charmer - minor public schoolboy, social climber, seducer of women and eternal seeker after the main chance; his stalking grounds are the roadhouses, boarding rooms and grand seaside hotels of the 1930's, the haunts of vulnerable widows and ambitious swindlers. Gorse is no English hero in the traditional sense of the word. He is a psychopath with the plausible charm of every mother's son, a Lothario whose conquests are merely a means to obtaining what he really craves - money and power.

Network
Scheduleevery Sunday at 21:00 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E06Gorse at the Endnov. 22, 1987
S01E05Gorse, the Imposternov. 15, 1987
S01E04Gorse in the Middlenov. 8, 1987
S01E03Gorse, the Deceivernov. 1, 1987
S01E02Gorse, the Investoroct. 25, 1987
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'The Charmer' premiere?

'The Charmer' premiered on May 21, 1987.

Who played the main character of Lorenzo Venturi?

Italian actor Mario Adorf played the main character of Lorenzo Venturi in 'The Charmer.'

Who created the TV show 'The Charmer'?

British playwright Terence Frisby created the TV show 'The Charmer.'

In what city does 'The Charmer' take place?

'The Charmer' takes place in London, England.

What is the profession of Lorenzo Venturi in 'The Charmer'?

Lorenzo Venturi is a successful antique dealer in 'The Charmer.'

Who played the character of Alice in 'The Charmer'?

American actress Carol Drinkwater played the character of Alice in 'The Charmer.'

What is Alice's relationship with Lorenzo in 'The Charmer'?

Alice is Lorenzo's ex-wife in 'The Charmer.'

Who directed the majority of episodes of 'The Charmer'?

British director Alan Gibson directed the majority of episodes of 'The Charmer.'

What is the central theme of 'The Charmer'?

The central theme of 'The Charmer' is Lorenzo Venturi's attempts to regain his ex-wife's affections.

Who played the character of Simone in 'The Charmer'?

Italian actress Lia Williams played the character of Simone in 'The Charmer.'

What is Simone's relationship with Lorenzo in 'The Charmer'?

Simone is Lorenzo's longtime mistress in 'The Charmer.'

Did 'The Charmer' receive any awards during its run?

There is no record of any awards won by 'The Charmer.'

Who played the character of Luigi in 'The Charmer'?

Italian actor Roberto Accornero played the character of Luigi in 'The Charmer.'

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