This is a series of short programs that are loosely based on
Il terzo uomo (1949). The British T. V. series uses the same theme music as the movie. In the first box e only get 10 of the 77 episodes from January 23,1959 until August 27,1965.
This time Michael Rennie(1909-1971) is Harry Lime with his sidekick Jonathan Harris(1914-2002) as Bradford Webster.
1. The Third Medallion
It was surprising to see all the actors as you watch the story unfold. At first, they will overpower the characters they are playing. Given the nature of the show, I should have planned on Werner Klemperer.
Watch as Harry pulls a rabbit out of the hat at the last moment to wrap up the mystery.
2. A Pocketful of Sin
By now we realize that Jonathan Harris is with us to stay as Lime's assistant Bradford Webster. He makes all the faces and jesters that you found him in "Lost in Space." This review would be too long if I were to identify all the almost fifty recognizable actors in the series. Some very phony French accents.
Tricky ending but not that tricky as you are thinking.
The balance of the programs is technically the same formula. If you enjoyed the first two episodes you will enjoy the balance.
