The Professionals 1977
“ANARCHY, ACTS OF TERROR, CRIMES AGAINST THE PUBLIC. TO COMBAT IT WE'VE GOT SPECIAL MEN...”
What is The Professionals?
The Professionals is a British crime-action television drama series that aired on the ITV network from 1977 to 1983. The show follows the missions of top agents Bodie and Doyle, who work for Britain's CI5, a fictional intelligence service focused on combating terrorism and high-profile crimes.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 1977
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 57
- Runtime
- 60 minutes
- First aired
- Dec 30, 1977
- Last aired
- Feb 6, 1983
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- GB
- Networks
- ITV1
- Genres
- Action & Adventure, Crime, Drama
- Updated
Where to watch
Buy
Apple TV StoreWith ads
Tubi TV
PlexWith ads
Tubi TVWith ads
Tubi TVWith ads
Tubi TVWith ads
The Roku Channel
Pluto TVPlex
Xumo PlayTubi TVStreaming availability data provided by JustWatch via TMDB. Availability changes by country and date; verify on the provider before subscribing or purchasing.
How long to binge?
Estimate the schedule using 57 episodes and an average 60-minute runtime.
Trailer
Overview
The Professionals is a British crime-action television drama series that aired on the ITV network from 1977 to 1983. The show follows the missions of top agents Bodie and Doyle, who work for Britain's CI5, a fictional intelligence service focused on combating terrorism and high-profile crimes. Their controller, George Cowley, is a stern former MI5 operative who personally selects each member of his team. Bodie, a former SAS paratrooper and mercenary, operates with a cynical and violent disposition, while his partner Doyle, an ex-police officer, brings a more liberal and open-minded approach. Despite their contrasting personalities, the two are highly effective operatives and are frequently assigned the most challenging cases. The series was produced by Avengers Mark1 Productions for London Weekend Television and ran for 57 episodes over six seasons. It starred Martin Shaw, Lewis Collins, and Gordon Jackson in the lead roles.
Should you watch it?
“Two elite CI5 agents battle terrorism and high-profile crime under the guidance of their hardened controller.”
- dynamic character chemistry
- fast-paced crime fighting
- contentious partner relationship
Watch it if you enjoy classic British crime dramas focused on counter-terrorism operations.
The series features themes of violence and high-stakes criminal investigation.
Ask the Vault
Ask anything about The Professionals — answers are spoiler-safe.
Your verdict
Is The Professionals worth watching?
Cast
Episode guide
Spoiler-Safe Browsing Progress
Season 1 · 13 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide & lore primer →- E1 Private Madness, Public Danger Mytharc Dec 30, 1977
- E2 The Female Factor Core Jan 6, 1978
- E3 Old Dog With New Tricks Core Jan 13, 1978
- E4 Killer With a Long Arm Core Jan 20, 1978
- E5 Heroes Core Jan 27, 1978
- E6 Where the Jungle Ends Core Feb 3, 1978
- E7 Close Quarters Core Feb 10, 1978
- E8 Everest Was Also Conquered Mytharc Feb 17, 1978
- E9 When the Heat Cools Off Core Feb 24, 1978
- E10 Stake Out Mytharc Mar 3, 1978
- E11 Long Shot Core Mar 10, 1978
- E12 Look After Annie Mytharc Mar 17, 1978
- E13 Klansmen Mytharc Mar 24, 1978
Season 2 · 10 episodes
- E1 Hunter/Hunted Mytharc Oct 7, 1978
- E2 The Rack Core Oct 14, 1978
- E3 First Night Core Oct 21, 1978
- E4 Man Without a Past Core Oct 28, 1978
- E5 In the Public Interest Filler Nov 4, 1978
- E6 Rogue Mytharc Nov 11, 1978
- E7 Not a Very Civil Civil Servant Core Nov 18, 1978
- E8 A Stirring of Dust Core Nov 25, 1978
- E9 Blind Run Mytharc Dec 2, 1978
- E10 Fall Girl Mytharc Dec 9, 1978
Season 3 · 8 episodes
- E1 The Purging of CI5 Mytharc Oct 27, 1979
- E2 Backtrack Core Nov 3, 1979
- E3 Stopover Core Nov 10, 1979
- E4 Dead Reckoning Mytharc Nov 17, 1979
- E5 The Madness of Mickey Hamilton Core Nov 24, 1979
- E6 A Hiding to Nothing Core Dec 1, 1979
- E7 Runner Mytharc Dec 8, 1979
- E8 Servant of Two Masters Mytharc Dec 15, 1979
Season 4 · 15 episodes
- E1 The Acorn Syndrome Mytharc Sep 7, 1980
- E2 Wild Justice Core Sep 14, 1980
- E3 Fugitive Mytharc Sep 21, 1980
- E4 Involvement Core Sep 28, 1980
- E5 Need To Know Core Oct 5, 1980
- E6 Take Away Core Oct 12, 1980
- E7 Black Out Core Oct 19, 1980
- E8 Blood Sports Mytharc Oct 26, 1980
- E9 Slush Fund Core Nov 2, 1980
- E10 The Gun Mytharc Nov 9, 1980
- E11 Hijack Core Nov 30, 1980
- E12 Mixed Doubles Core Dec 7, 1980
- E13 Weekend in the Country Core Dec 14, 1980
- E14 Kickback Mytharc Dec 20, 1980
- E15 It's Only a Beautiful Picture... Mytharc Dec 27, 1980
Season 5 · 11 episodes
- E1 Foxhole on the Roof Mytharc Nov 7, 1982
- E2 Operation Susie Core Nov 14, 1982
- E3 You'll Be All Right Core Nov 21, 1982
- E4 Lawson's Last Stand Core Nov 28, 1982
- E5 Discovered in a Graveyard Core Dec 5, 1982
- E6 Spy Probe Core Dec 12, 1982
- E7 Cry Wolf Core Jan 9, 1983
- E8 The Untouchables Core Jan 16, 1983
- E9 The Ojuka Situation Core Jan 23, 1983
- E10 A Man Called Quinn Mytharc Jan 30, 1983
- E11 No Stone Mytharc Feb 6, 1983
Frequently asked questions
Who are the main characters?
The series centers on agents Bodie and Doyle and their controller, George Cowley.
What organization do the agents work for?
The agents work for CI5, an organization dedicated to fighting terrorism and high-profile crimes.
What is Bodie's background?
Bodie is a former SAS paratrooper and mercenary.
What is Doyle's background?
Doyle comes to CI5 from the regular police force.
Who selects the agents for CI5?
The agents are hand-picked by their controller, George Cowley, who is a former MI5 operative.
■ Ended / Final Season Complete Renewal tracker
Explore The Professionals
Where to watch Episode ratings heatmap How long to watch Facts & FAQ Similar shows More from ITV1
What viewers say
No comments yet. Be the first to share your take on The Professionals.