TV series
The Long Chase
1972, English, on BBC One. Created by Gerard Glaister.
A father-son birdwatching outing becomes a widespread mystery when teenage John Corby—after coming to the aid of neighbour Susan Fraser—finds that his father Tom has vanished.
- Seasons
- 1
- Episodes
- 13
- Episode length
- 60 min
- Status
- Ended in 1972
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Latest episode
S1 E13: Episode 13
Aired 18 December 1972
Seasons 1
Cast & crew
- Gerard GlaisterCreator
- Glyn HoustonTom Corby · 13 ep
- Simon Fisher-TurnerJohn Corby · 13 ep
- Jan FrancisSusan Fraser · 13 ep
- Brian PeckBowers · 13 ep
- David SinclairSelby · 13 ep
- Edward BrooksKessler · 13 ep
- Hilary MinsterMotorcyclist · 6 ep
- Peter CopleyMorrison · 5 ep
- Walter JacksonBartas · 5 ep
- Margaret DentMrs Bartas · 4 ep
- Derek BenfieldFisherman · 3 ep
- Robert VaheySkipper · 3 ep
Details
- First aired
- 25 September 1972
- Last aired
- 18 December 1972
- Network
- BBC One
- Language
- English
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Type
- Scripted
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How many seasons of The Long Chase are there?
The Long Chase has 1 season and 13 episodes, about 60 minutes each.
Is The Long Chase finished?
Yes. The Long Chase ended in 1972, so you can watch the whole story.
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What shows are like The Long Chase?
If you liked The Long Chase, try The Saint, Mannix, The Day of the Jackal.
Who created The Long Chase?
The Long Chase was created by Gerard Glaister and stars Glyn Houston, Simon Fisher-Turner, Jan Francis.