a5c7b9f00b John Drake is a special operative for NATO, specializing in security assignments against any subversive element which threatened world peace. The series featured exotic locales from all over the world, as his assignments frequently took him to Africa, Latin America, and the Far East. I just found this program and am amazed how great it is. It is smarter and far better than most of the television programming that has ever aired.One reviewer called it disturbingly addictive, and I would agree due to the unique story lines and character. Brisk, with smart action and great set points that whisk the viewer along with a fluid pacing and smart dialogue. Don't look for one liners or clichéd dialogue that manipulates the viewer for an emphatic effect. We like the main character because he is likable without effort , this is due to Patrick Mcgoohans talent. I am amazed that this show is not one that is spoken of when great television is mentioned, because it is so extremely cool. After the first episode,you'll want to binge watch, but don't, savor the flavor and stretch this viewing experience out, you'll be glad you did. As the series moves on, it just keeps getting better and the viewer is treated to many groundbreaking moments in television with camera styles, scripting, story lines and action. After viewing this, I can see where many filmmakers "sampled" some of the more iconic moments of the program and images. Finding this lost treasure was a real treat. Overall, Danger Man is a good series. Most of the episodes are entertaining and interesting, with good acting, action sequences, suspense , and occasionally some interesting location shots. Patrick McGoohan is the glue that holds the whole thing together. While he occasionally annoyed me (usually when playing a drunk), he's a very fine actor. He makes John Drake appropriately tough, smart, and resourceful. The supporting casts McGoohan had to work with are top-notch, featuring actors like Donald Pleasence, Hazel Court, Barbara Shelley, Moira Redmond, Charles Gray, Zena Marshall, and Burt Kwouk. There are a few episodes that are really hurt by the limited runtime, but, on the whole, the writers/directors did a magnificent job. I feel my overall rating of 8/10 is about right. One day soon, I'll tackle the next series. <br/><br/>My five favorite episodes: - #36 Under the Lake - #27 Bury the Dead - #19 Name, Date and Place - #33 The Hired Assassin - #15 Colonel Rodriguez (with honorable mentions going to #6 The Girl in Pink Pajamas and #5 The Lovers)<br/><br/>And, my five least favorite episodes: - #31 The Trap - #22 The Honeymooners - #38 The Dead Man Walks - #14 The Traitor - #17 Find and Return
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