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The Avengers S4E22 — What the Butler Saw
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The Avengers•Season 4•Episode 22

What the Butler Saw

7.6/10 · 377 votesFeb 26, 1966

Ranked #20 of 26 in Season 4•−0.2 vs season avg

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According to Steed's double-agent barber, one of three military men is a traitor. But which one? To find out, Steed becomes a butler, and Emma starts Operation Fascination to trap the woman-hungry Group Captain Miles.

Directed byBill Bain
Written byBrian Clemens
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John Steed

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Emma Peel

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Episode Summary

"What the Butler Saw" is episode 22 of The Avengers season 4. It scored 7.6/10 from 377 votes, ranking #20 of 26 episodes this season (season average 7.8). Directed by Bill Bain and written by Brian Clemens, it aired on February 26, 1966.

Next: E23 · The House That Jack BuiltBest of Season 4