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Softly Softly: Task Force

★6.0 1969 – 1976 8 Seasons TV-MA

Softly, Softly: Task Force is a police based drama series which ran on BBC 1 from 1969 to 1976. It was a revamp of Softly, Softly, itself a spin-off from Z-Cars. The change was made partly to coincide with the coming of colour broadcasting to the BBC's main channel BBC1. The programme was due to be called simply Task Force, but reluctant to sacrifice a much-loved brand the BBC compromised this so it became Softly, Softly: Task Force.

Seasons & episodes

8 seasons · 149 episodes

Arrival

Episode 01

Arrival

Nov 20, 1969

Things are about to change at Thamesford Constabulary when Detective Chief Superintendent Charles Barlow arrives to take over as new head of CID. Barlow's orders are to whip Thamesford Constabulary into shape and to ensure that operations run smoothly. He soon finds that it's going to be a major job to get the constabulary into shape as duties have been neglected. Things are getting tough for everybody that very first night when a young boy is reported missing. Before the night is over, Chief Superintendent Barlow will know who he can rely on at Thamesford ...

Exercise

Episode 02

Exercise

Nov 27, 1969

Detective Chief Superitendent Barlow is in for a surprise as Chief Constable Cullen has some considerable staff changes in mind for Thamesford CID. Cullen wants to provide Charlie Barlow with the best team to assist him in setting up a highly efficient task force. However, soon the stabbing of a woman takes priority over personnel matters at Thamesford CID.

Diversion

Episode 03

Diversion

Dec 4, 1969

While the task force officers are busy investigating a series of break-ins, an armed hold-up at a timber warehouse requires immediate attention and quick action. Will Thamesford CID be able to catch the robbers and still have time to deal with the burglaries? It's up to Detective Inspector Harry Hawkins and his fellow officers to prove to their superiors how efficient the task force team can work.

The Spoilt Ones

Episode 04

The Spoilt Ones

Dec 11, 1969

No description available.

To Protect the Innocent...

Episode 05

To Protect the Innocent...

Dec 18, 1969

No description available.

Any Other Night

Episode 06

Any Other Night

Jan 1, 1970

No description available.

The Aggro Boy

Episode 07

The Aggro Boy

Jan 8, 1970

No description available.

Standing Orders

Episode 08

Standing Orders

Jan 15, 1970

No description available.

Private Mischief

Episode 09

Private Mischief

Jan 22, 1970

No description available.

Open and Shut

Episode 10

Open and Shut

Jan 29, 1970

No description available.

Sprats and Mackerals

Episode 11

Sprats and Mackerals

Feb 5, 1970

A rumor causes Thamesford task force to investigate at Eastcote docks where someone allegedly brings illegal immigrants into the country. WP/DC Betty Donald goes undercover, posing as a juvenile delinquent, while Sergeant Jackson receives an undercover assignment at a nearby camping site. Soon the investigation turns into a run against time when a bunch of abandoned illegal immigrants need to be located before they end up dead.

Like Any Other Friday...

Episode 12

Like Any Other Friday...

Feb 12, 1970

No description available.

Power of the Press

Episode 13

Power of the Press

Feb 19, 1970

No description available.

Trust a Woman

Episode 14

Trust a Woman

Feb 26, 1970

No description available.

The Hermit

Episode 15

The Hermit

Mar 5, 1970

No description available.

Escort

Episode 16

Escort

Mar 12, 1970

No description available.

About the series

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Audience score
★ 6.0 /10

based on 2 votes

Synopsis

Softly, Softly: Task Force is a police based drama series which ran on BBC 1 from 1969 to 1976. It was a revamp of Softly, Softly, itself a spin-off from Z-Cars. The change was made partly to coincide with the coming of colour broadcasting to the BBC's main channel BBC1. The programme was due to be called simply Task Force, but reluctant to sacrifice a much-loved brand the BBC compromised this so it became Softly, Softly: Task Force.

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Cast

3 principal cast

Norman Bowler

Norman Bowler

Det. Chief Insp. Hawkins

Frank Windsor

Frank Windsor

Det. Chief Supt. Watt

David Lloyd Meredith

David Lloyd Meredith

Det. Sgt. Evans

Where to watch Softly Softly: Task Force

Softly Softly: Task Force is available to stream on Flicksy via 6 verified sources, aggregated from publicly available embed providers. The crime has 8 seasons and 149 total episodes, rated 6.0/10 by 2 viewers.

Frequently asked

How many seasons does Softly Softly: Task Force have?

Softly Softly: Task Force has 8 seasons with 149 episodes in total.

Is Softly Softly: Task Force still on the air?

Softly Softly: Task Force has ended and is no longer in production.

What network airs Softly Softly: Task Force?

Softly Softly: Task Force airs on BBC One.

When did Softly Softly: Task Force first air?

Softly Softly: Task Force first aired on November 20, 1969.

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