Finding your next obsession
Finding your next obsession

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.
LUXEN Decision Guide
A tension-led series where questions, pressure, investigation, or shifting trust can keep the story moving from episode to episode.
Best fit
Who it is for
Best suited to viewers who want an ongoing hook and a reason to keep watching the next episode.
Commitment
Long-form commitment · 2 seasons
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The series
35 episodes
1960
34 episodes
1961
Cast
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