Orlando

Orlando is a British young adult detective thriller series transmitted for four series between 1965–1968. Produced by Associated-Rediffusion for ITV, it stars Sam Kydd in the title role, which he reprises from the adult television series Crane. Orlando O'Connor is an ex-Foreign Legionnaire who has picked up a magic talisman, the 'Gizzmo'. Following the dissolution of his boat building firm, he travels to London's Docklands to meet an old Navy comrade Tony, seeking work, only to find Tony has been killed. He links up with siblings David and Jenny, who have inherited a detective agency from their uncle. Of the 76 produced episodes, only four are believed to survive.

Overview

Created By
Ronald Marriott
Original Name
Orlando
First Air Date
Apr 13, 1965
Last Air Date
Jun 14, 1968
Seasons
4
Episodes
76
Language
en
Production Companies
Associated-Rediffusion Television
Production Countries
United Kingdom
Networks
ITV1