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Banacek

1972-09-13 · 70 min / episode · ★ 8.4

Crime · Drama · Mystery

Banacek is an American detective TV series starring George Peppard that aired on the NBC network from 1972 to 1974. The series was part of the rotating NBC Wednesday Mystery Movie anthology. It alternated in its time slot with several other shows but was the only one to last beyond its first season.

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Creators
Anthony Wilson
Production companies
Universal Television, Universal Television Entertainment
Countries
United States of America
Status
Canceled

Top Cast

George PeppardGeorge PeppardThomas Banacek
George MurdockGeorge MurdockCavanaugh
Ralph ManzaRalph ManzaJay Drury
Murray MathesonMurray MathesonFelix Mulholland
Christine BelfordChristine BelfordCarlie Kirkland

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