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Checkmate

Checkmate

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Checkmate is an American detective television series starring Anthony George, Sebastian Cabot, and Doug McClure. The show aired on CBS Television from 1960 to 1962 for a total of 70 episodes and was produced by Jack Benny's production company, "JaMco Productions" in co-operation with Revue Studios. Guest stars included Charles Laughton, Peter Lorre, and Lee Marvin, among many other commensurately prominent performers.

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Status

Ended

Original Language

English

Runtime

mins

Rating

4.1/10

Release Date

24 May 2025

Country

Cast

Anthony George

Anthony George

Don Corey

Doug McClure

Doug McClure

Jed Sills

Sebastian Cabot

Sebastian Cabot

Dr. Carl Hyatt

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