Zodiac (1974)
Zodiac was a six-part series transmitted by ITV in 1974. Starring Anton Rogers and Anouska Hempel as a cynical detective, David Gradley and Esther Jones, his astrologer assistant, the unusual astrological premise set this show apart from the humdrum detective dramas of the time. Little seen since its original transmission, the series has garnered something of a cult status Written by erstwhile Avengers scribe Roger Marshall, who was also behind the excellent but low-key Public Eye, this series has an unusual, almost claustrophobic feel to it. The action rarely ventures outdoors. The studio based ‘back yard' seems a little too false to be taken seriously, though as with many programmes of this vintage, you forgive the production values and concentrate on the stories being told. On the whole, the stories are intriguing in their complexity and have a good sense of pace. Each episode title makes reference to a specific star sign. A shame then, they only made six shows as twelve would have given them the full zodiac of titles.
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Episode 1 - Death Of A Crab
Release Date: 1974-02-25Policeman David Gradley teams up with beautiful young astrologist Esther Jones to crack a case.
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Episode 2 - The Cool Aquarian
Release Date: 1974-03-04Gradley and Esther investigate a kidnapping.
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Episode 3 - The Strength Of Gemini
Release Date: 1974-03-11Gradley and Esther investigate a case involving businessman Paul Deering.
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Episode 4 - Saturn's Rewards
Release Date: 1974-03-18Thanks to Martin Seacombe's lax attitude towards his horoscope, a murder is committed.
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Episode 5 - Sting Sting Scorpio
Release Date: 1974-03-25Gradley and Esther get mixed up with the Brighton Hotel Robber.
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Episode 6 - The Horns Of The Moon
Release Date: 1974-04-01Gradley and Esther help Tony Weston, who is facing a murder charge.