The Protectors

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The Protectors

1964- 1964

1 Seasons

14 Episodes

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Crime

Drama

Overview

Ex-insurance investigator Ian Souter sets up his own security agency — the SIS (Specialists in Security) — alongside ex-cop Robert Shoesmith and secretary Heather Keys - and fight crime.

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3 featured cast members

Starring

Andrew Faulds

Ian Souter

Michael Atkinson

Robert Shoesmith

Ann Morrish

Heather Keys

Creative team

Created by: Michael Chapman
Produced by: Michael Chapman

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