Gene Barry was GQ gorgeous and everything to go with it, but he carried it well, even with nice affection at times. The only thing was that he was unreasonably flippant and dismissive about interrupting the cozy scene and the entire date when he got a call to investigate a murder. There was a definite impression that he had not given any preparation and just switched to something like handing out the breaks. Needlessly callous detachment. Not cool. Today's womens groups would have howled at the offput.
But this is a well done vehicle that worked over and over without seeming formulaic. Very professional cast. One appreciates the kinder, gentler relating and respect afforded overall. How great to have these around and be able to catch what you missed. They should have kept this very special program going instead of becoming a much weaker link in the crowded spy game going on at the time. Even without the star studded lineup each time, it was a winning combination.
But this is a well done vehicle that worked over and over without seeming formulaic. Very professional cast. One appreciates the kinder, gentler relating and respect afforded overall. How great to have these around and be able to catch what you missed. They should have kept this very special program going instead of becoming a much weaker link in the crowded spy game going on at the time. Even without the star studded lineup each time, it was a winning combination.