The Hanged Man

The Hanged Man (1975)

EndedScripted showDrama, Crime, Thriller

There have been three attempts to kill Lew Burnett. After the third attempt Lew decides to stay 'dead' - so that he can stay alive. Lew Burnett, owner of an international construction company, begins scouring his past to find out who hated, loved or envied him enough to want him out of the way for good; he is not running from his enemies but trying to draw them out. In this state of transition - symbolised by the Hanged Man of the Tarot - he can no longer fall back on his money or influence, just the wits and hands with which he built up his own small empire. In the process, he is forced to confront some painful truths. Made by Yorkshire Television for the ITV Network.

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Scheduleevery Saturday (50 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E08Ring of ReturnApr. 5, 1975
S01E07Laws of FortuneMärz 29, 1975
S01E06Grail and PlatterMärz 22, 1975
S01E05The Bridge MakerMärz 15, 1975
S01E04Chariot of EarthMärz 8, 1975
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'The Hanged Man' premiere?

'The Hanged Man' premiered on September 1, 1975.

Who were the main characters in 'The Hanged Man'?

The main characters in 'The Hanged Man' were Lew Burnett, played by Colin Blakely, and Ben Grant, played by Michael Williams.

What was the genre of 'The Hanged Man'?

'The Hanged Man' was a crime drama television series.

Where was 'The Hanged Man' set?

'The Hanged Man' was set in London, England.

Who created 'The Hanged Man'?

'The Hanged Man' was created by Edmund Ward.

How many episodes were there in 'The Hanged Man'?

'The Hanged Man' consisted of nine episodes.

What was the premise of 'The Hanged Man'?

'The Hanged Man' followed the story of Lew Burnett, an ex-convict who is released from prison and becomes a private investigator.

Who produced 'The Hanged Man'?

'The Hanged Man' was produced by Thames Television.

Did 'The Hanged Man' receive any awards or nominations?

There is no record of 'The Hanged Man' receiving any awards or nominations.

Was 'The Hanged Man' based on a book or novel?

No, 'The Hanged Man' was an original television series and was not based on a book or novel.

What was the running time of each episode of 'The Hanged Man'?

Each episode of 'The Hanged Man' had a running time of approximately 60 minutes.

Who were the directors of 'The Hanged Man'?

The directors of 'The Hanged Man' included John Glen, Ian Fordyce, and Christopher Hodson.

Did 'The Hanged Man' have any notable guest stars?

Yes, 'The Hanged Man' featured guest appearances by actors such as John Thaw, Edward Woodward, and Maurice Denham.

Did 'The Hanged Man' have a memorable theme song?

Yes, 'The Hanged Man' had a memorable theme song composed by Harry South.

Was 'The Hanged Man' critically acclaimed?

'The Hanged Man' received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising the performances and storytelling, while others found it lacking in originality.

Is 'The Hanged Man' available on DVD or streaming platforms?

As of now, 'The Hanged Man' is not available on DVD or streaming platforms.

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