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The Avengers S5E2 — The Fear Merchants
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The Avengers•Season 5•Episode 2

The Fear Merchants

7.6/10 · 430 votesJan 21, 1967

Ranked #14 of 24 in Season 5•+0.1 vs season avg

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Four men involved in the production of ceramics suffer nervous breakdowns in everyday situations. All have recently turned down the opportunity to merge with the British Porcelain Company. Steed and Emma investigate the world of fear, with terrifying consequences.

Directed byGordon Flemyng
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Patrick Macnee

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John Steed

Diana Rigg

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Emma Peel

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Episode Summary

"The Fear Merchants" is episode 2 of The Avengers season 5. It scored 7.6/10 from 430 votes, ranking #14 of 24 episodes this season (season average 7.5). Directed by Gordon Flemyng, it aired on January 21, 1967.

Next: E3 · Escape in TimeBest of Season 5