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Return of the Saint S1E19 — Murder Cartel
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Return of the Saint•Season 1•Episode 19

Murder Cartel

7.1/10 · 43 votesJan 28, 197960 min

Ranked #9 of 24 in Season 1•+0.2 vs season avg

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Simon discovers that a company that commits assassinations for money is behind the attempt on a despised oil sheik's life.

Directed byTom Clegg
Written byJohn Goldsmith
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Ian Ogilvy

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John Goldsmith

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Frank Watts

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Bert Rule

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Episode Summary

"Murder Cartel" is episode 19 of Return of the Saint season 1. It scored 7.1/10 from 43 votes, ranking #9 of 24 episodes this season (season average 6.9). Directed by Tom Clegg and written by John Goldsmith, it aired on January 28, 1979.

Next: E20 · The Obono AffairBest of Season 1