Smuggler

1981

Smuggler

8.2 | en | Action & Adventure

Set during the Napoleonic wars of the early 1800s, Oliver Tobias stars as Jack Vincent, a swashbuckling ex-British naval captain turned smuggler. A strong-willed, independent man who lives by both his wits and the sword, Vincent is ably assisted by Sarah and petty thief Honesty Evans in his struggle to stay one step ahead of the Excise Men...

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Seasons & Episodes

EP13 Straw Man (Part Two)

Jun. 28,1981

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EP12 Straw Man (Part One)

Jun. 21,1981

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EP11 An Eye for an Eye

Jun. 28,1981

A pair of sailors turn up from Jack's past accusing him of treachery, but are they telling the truth?

EP10 The Felon

Jun. 21,1981

Jack has to try to rescue Sarah and her grandfather, who are being held by a rabble of shipwrecked convicts.

EP9 Hogshead

Jun. 14,1981

Jack is determined to get his hands on a sunken cargo of rum - but he must beat a number of other interested parties to the prize.

EP8 Missing Princess

May. 24,1981

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EP7 In at the Death

May. 24,1981

Helping out an old smuggler called Rummy Culbert results in Vincent almost being caught by revenue officer Taggart.

EP6 Press Gang

May. 17,1981

Vincent makes a desparte attempt to rescue Honesty after he is pressganged.

EP5 The Respectable Traitor (Part Two)

May. 03,1981

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EP4 The Respectable Traitor (Part One)

Apr. 26,1981

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EP3 Forced Run

Apr. 19,1981

During a dangerous smuggling expedition to France, Jack finds himself with a stowaway on board.

EP2 The Right Price (Part Two)

Apr. 12,1981

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EP1 The Right Price (Part One)

Apr. 05,1981

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Released: 1981-04-05 | Released Producted By: , Country: United Kingdom Budget: 0 Revenue: 0 Official Website:

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Lesley Dunlop , Oliver Tobias , Peter Capell

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Reviews

Blueghost This UK production is a bit dated in terms of presentation. Shot on 16mm the image is a bit grainy, but the other production values are solid. Some solid acting for what this series is; an adventure series. You won't see this kind of thing produced anymore. Set during the Napoleonic wars in England, we watch a former British naval officer turned rogue fight and carry on the only way he knows how. Using guile, strength and daring he thwarts smugglers, thieves and other dishonorable type from schemes and machinations that would endanger his friends, his love, and of course, England.Jack Vincent sails the coasts of England and the English Channel in his lanteen rig boat, presumably conveying illicit goods, but more often than not putting his smuggler's wits to good use. Sword fights, some musketry, and a good historical setting, this series should entertain young boys and girls, but may feel some dated.All I can say is I've enjoyed what I've seen. It's not great drama, but a good diversion to watch with the family.Enjoy.

Caitlin I've been hunting for this for decades, and did another search today to discover that the complete first series was release in March this year. I'm very excited, and just placed my order. It is one of the series that I have the fondest memories of from childhood.It seems that this comment isn't long enough for IMDb's filters - but what else can I say when I haven't seen the series for over 25 years? Once I've watched it again I'll come back and review what the show looks like through adult eyes.********************

analemma Appeared twice on "Superstation" WTBS in the mid 1980's. The title given was "Tales of the smuggler". Narrated by a welsh lad "Honesty Evans", the survivor of a shipwreck. He was reluctantly taken in by the smuggler "Jack Vincent", played by Oliver Tobias. We find out that Jack is actually a forsaken hero of the British Navy. A series of plot lines center around him to reveal the golden core of this otherwise shady character. Siblings, lovers, friends and foe encircle this anti-hero providing a dramatic and often fun ride to the story conclusion. Main and supporting character development is on a level rarely seen in current TV or Hollywood features these days. Excellent drama that is worthy of release on DVD.