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Dangerous Assignment

1952-01-01 · 30 min / episode · ★ 5.3

Action & Adventure

A U.S. government agent travels the world on undercover missions in this 1950s series. Star Brian Donlevy originated the role on radio in the '40s.

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Brian DonlevyBrian Donlevy

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