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The Saint S3E17 — The Inescapable Word
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The Saint•Season 3•Episode 17

The Inescapable Word

7.1/10 · 176 votesJan 28, 196560 min

Ranked #18 of 23 in Season 3•−0.2 vs season avg

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Death rays seem to be coming from a Scottish research center.

Directed byRoy Ward Baker
Written byTerry Nation
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Roger Moore

Roger Moore

Simon Templar

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Terry Nation

Terry Nation

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Roy Ward Baker

Roy Ward Baker

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Lionel Banes

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Peter Pitt

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Episode Summary

"The Inescapable Word" is episode 17 of The Saint season 3. It scored 7.1/10 from 176 votes, ranking #18 of 23 episodes this season (season average 7.3). Directed by Roy Ward Baker and written by Terry Nation, it aired on January 28, 1965.

Next: E18 · The Sign of the ClawBest of Season 3