Anthony Bate

Anthony Bate (31 August 1927 – 19 June 2012) was an English actor. He is possibly best known for his role as Oliver Lacon in the BBC television adaptations of the John le Carré novels Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy and Smiley's People and his role as Bret Renssalaer in Len Deighton's trilogy Game, Set and Match. Bate's other credits include: Dixon of Dock Green, The Saint, The Avengers, Prime Suspect, Inspector Morse, A Touch of Frost and Midsomer Murders.

Agatha Christie's Poirot · S2, E4

The Lost Mine

After playing a game of Monopoly with Hastings, Poirot is interrupted by someone who wants to investigate the disappearance of a man who knew the location of a silver mine.
The Saint · S2, E5

The Elusive Ellshaw

What is the connection between the strange behavior and killing of a cashier separated from her husband and the attempted murder of her former employer, a wealthy shipping magnate?
The Saint · S3, E10

The Imprudent Politician

The wife of an indiscreet politician asks Simon for help.
The Saint · S6, E9

The House on Dragon's Rock

Templar and the niece (Annette Andre) of a research scientist search through a labyrinth of tunnels underneath a mountain in Wales.
The Avengers · S6, E19

The Curious Case of the Countless Clues

In a spoof of Sherlock Holmes, Sir Arthur Doyle, investigates a careless criminal, who left clues everywhere. But no one can solve the crimes, not even Steed, because all clues are fakes…

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