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Banacek
TV Series (1972 - 1974)
Thomas Banacek is a clever and well-to-do insurance investigator living in Boston. He makes good money by solving the most intricate and unusual mysteries, and is very proud of his Polish heritage. His contacts include his street-smart chauffeur Jay and bookstore owner Felix.
Last Episode
02x08 Now You See Me, Now You Don't Aired: Mar. 12, 1974Banacek assists the daughter of a stage magician, suspected of grand larceny, who disappeared during his act- for real. [continue reading]
Series Info
Type:
Scripted
Premiered:
Sep. 13, 1972
Status:
Canceled/Ended
Runtime:
90 min.
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Series Fun Facts
- When "Banacek" debuted as one-third of the NBC Wednesday Mystery Movie in September 1972, it rotated with "Madigan" (Richard Widmark) and "Cool Million" (James Farentino). During its second…
[show]When "Banacek" debuted as one-third of the NBC Wednesday Mystery Movie in September 1972, it rotated with "Madigan" (Richard Widmark) and "Cool Million" (James Farentino). During its second and final season, it shared its time-slot with three new shows: "Faraday and Company," "The Snoop Sisters," and "Tenafly." At mid-season 1974, only "Banacek" and "The Snoop Sisters" remained when the show moved to Tuesday.
[hide] - None of the strange, supposedly "Polish" sayings liberally quoted by the lead character is genuine. They were all invented by the script writers with humorous effect in mind. On top of that,…
[show]None of the strange, supposedly "Polish" sayings liberally quoted by the lead character is genuine. They were all invented by the script writers with humorous effect in mind. On top of that, "Banacek" is a typical name from Slovakia, not Poland.
[hide] - Part of the NBC Wednesday Night Mystery Movie.
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