The Guardians

Episode 01

The State of England

Jul 10, 1971 · 60 min

After a period of mass unemployment, chaos and a complete failure of the government, law and order has been restored in England. However the price of this new order is personal liberty. Dissenters soon appear, dedicated to the overthrow of the new regime.

Episode 02

Pursuit

Jul 17, 1971 · 60 min

An attempt has been made on the Prime Minister’s life, and an agent planted to root out communists within The Guardians is shot dead.

Episode 03

Head of State

Jul 24, 1971 · 60 min

The French President objects to Britain's participation in a united European defence force, and refuses to recognise the Prime Minister as head of state. Chris Hobson falls foul of the Guardians when he investigates the disappearance of one of their officers. Sir Tim decides to assert his authority over his cabinet.

Episode 04

The Logical Approach

Jul 31, 1971 · 60 min

Sir Timothy finally uses his brains and God given skills to become an effective Prime Minister.

Episode 05

Quarmby

Aug 7, 1971 · 60 min

The Prime Minister conducts an investigation into the shooting of Sam Wilson who was in custody for killing Hollis.

Episode 06

Appearances

Aug 14, 1971 · 60 min

Benedict kills a detective and then returns his attention to disrupting The Guardians.

Episode 07

This Is Quarmby

Aug 21, 1971 · 60 min

Quarmby takes a new approach to disrupting the government by taking their campaign to the general public.

Episode 08

The Dirtiest Man in the World

Aug 28, 1971 · 60 min

Tom is still being held prisoner and trying to escape. Benedict wants to use him as a pawn so decides to help him with his escape plan.

Episode 09

I Want You to Understand Me

Sep 4, 1971 · 60 min

The resistance grows as the government steps up its repressive policies.

Episode 10

The Nature of the Beast

Sep 11, 1971 · 60 min

Clare turns to Benedict for help in finding Tom. Benedict still has plans to use Tom as a scapegoat.

Episode 11

The Roman Empire

Sep 18, 1971 · 60 min

The government is continuing to battle public unrest and now must deal with plots from within the Cabinet itself.

Episode 12

The Killing Trade

Sep 24, 1971 · 60 min

Tom is now in a coma at Benedict's apartment. Quarmby wants to get rid of him before The Guardians discover his location.

Episode 13

End in Dust

Oct 1, 1971 · 60 min

The stage is set for the final showdown. Quarmby, the Prime Minister, the Cabinet and The Guardians are all set for battle. Chris and Norman are now forced to choose sides as this series comes to its conclusion.