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Series · 1962–1963Ended

Man of the World

7.2·2 seasons·20 episodes·49 min avg.·United Kingdom

Michael Strait is a world-renowned photographer whose assignments lead him into investigating mysterious goings-on amongst the rich and glamorous and intrigue from far-flung places as Iraq, French Indochina, and Algiers.

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Death of a Conference
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Sep 29, 1962

In the final phases of the Algerian war, Strait is caught between the French generals and the Algerian revolutionaries as peace negotiations grow ever more dangerous and complicated.

02
Masquerade in Spain
Masquerade in Spain
Oct 6, 1962

In Spain, Strait is asked to do a photo shoot on a beautiful heiress, but unwittingly takes her to her kidnapping — one that she's in on.

03
Blaze of Glory
Blaze of Glory
Oct 13, 1962

When Strait meets an ace racer with failing eyesight, he sees the opportunity to help a young man achieve his aim of driving in top racing rally — but another is interested in the driver for nefarious reasons.

04
The Runaways
The Runaways
Oct 20, 1962

An easily impressed American heiress flees with a stranger who rescued her from a gang of thugs in the French Riviera. Strait is asked to keep tabs on the couple as they hide before their wedding, an exclusive for a Paris paper. However, something doesn't add up about the would-be groom.

05
The Frontier
The Frontier
Oct 27, 1962

A defenseless remote Indian town is at risk of a takeover when red Chinese soldiers arrie. Strait's assignment, and only hope for the inhabitants, is a lady bacteriologist sent by the local government.

06
The Sentimental Agent
The Sentimental Agent
Nov 3, 1962

In Havana, Strait is arrested and imprisoned for taking unauthorized photographs. Warren receives help from shady Argentinian businessman Carlos Borella, who has connections with corrupt officials, and can get Strait released.

07
The Highland Story
The Highland Story
Nov 10, 1962

Assigned to report on the Scottish Highland clan system, Strait finds the residents of a local village less than friendly when he enquiries about 'sacred' traditions.

08
Nature of Justice
Nature of Justice
Nov 17, 1962

Professor O'Connor claims to have discovered an engraved stone tablet which provides a link to an early civilisation. Assigned to cover the story for a science magazine, Strait finds that all is not as it first appears.

09
The Mindreader
The Mindreader
Nov 24, 1962

Stait is sought to do some publicity for a girl who seems to be a genuine clairvoyant, who reluctantly passes all tests of her abilities — yet she may not be what she seems.

10
Portrait of a Girl
Portrait of a Girl
Dec 1, 1962

Strait's close-up of old masters in the art world reveals fakes with a familiar face involved.

11
Specialist for the Kill
Specialist for the Kill
Dec 8, 1962

A casual assignment in Berlin to photograph the latest fashions becomes a nightmare for Strait when he uncovers a plot to assassinate a visiting industrialist.

12
A Family Affair
A Family Affair
Dec 15, 1962

A bomb goes off in a Paris salon, just as Strait is photographing the models.

13
Shadow of the Wall
Shadow of the Wall
Dec 22, 1962

In West Berlin, Strait stays with a German friend from the war and his young English wife. American occupation forces believe the friend is passing Allied secrets to the communists, and endeavor to recruit Strait.

Cast

1 credited
Craig Stevens
Michael Strait

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