Maigret 1960

Overview

Maigret is a British television series produced by the BBC that aired from 1960 to 1963. The program is based on the detective novels written by Georges Simenon, which feature the fictional French police detective Jules Maigret. Rupert Davies starred in the title role as the divisional commissaire, known as a Chief Inspector, who leads the criminal brigade. Following a pilot episode broadcast in 1959, the series consisted of 52 episodes. The narrative focuses on the detective as he investigates crimes, employing a method that emphasizes watching and listening to solve cases. Alongside Rupert Davies, the cast of this production included Ewen Solon, Helen Shingler, and Neville Jason. The series serves as a television adaptation of the original literary works created by Simenon. This specific production is distinct from other projects sharing the same name that have been produced in subsequent decades. The show remains a notable example of mid-century British television drama centered on the methodical investigative style of the iconic French detective.