The Gentle Touch

Airs Next: ITV1 at Friday 9:00 PM (60 min.)

Status: Ended Premiered: April 11, 1980 Last Aired: November 24, 1984

Show Category: Drama

Welcome to The Gentle Touch guide at TV.com. In 1980s Britain, with disaffected punks and skinheads taking to the streets, and the repercussions of racism triggering explosive riots, it is not the best time to be a member of Her Majesty's Constabulary - particularly if you are a woman. Set on location in colourful Soho and Covent Garden, The Gentle Touch tells the story of tough...

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Last episode: Exit Laughing
A minor civil servant is found dead in exotic circumstances, and Maggie tries to protect his widow from publicity.
Aired: Saturday November 24, 1984

55. A Woman's Word	Nov 17, 1984	0 Reviews	0.00

54. Cure	Nov 10, 1984	0 Reviews	0.00

53. Fox and Hounds	Nov 3, 1984	0 Reviews	0.00

52. Secrets	Oct 27, 1984	0 Reviews	0.00

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Cast

Jill Gascoine - D.I. Maggie Forbes

Nigel Rathbone - Steve Forbes

William Marlowe - D.C.I. Bill Russell

Paul Moriarty - Det. Sgt. Jake Barratt

Brian Gwaspari - D.I. Bob Croft [ 1980 - 1983 ]

Derek Thompson - Det. Sgt. Jimmy Fenton [ 1980 - 1982 ]

Kevin O'Shea - Det. Sgt. Peter Philips [ 1982 - 1984 ]

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Ian_Phillips Report Abuse	10.0 Perfect "Classic" Excellent Early 1980's British Police Drama Series Starring Award-Winning Actress Jill Gascoine. Continue » Posted Apr 13, 2006 5:40 am PST

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