The Black Tower

Synopsis

The Black Tower is a 1985 mystery television mini-series based on the book 'The Black Tower' by P.D. James. The title role of Commander Adam Dalgliesh was played by Roy Marsden.

Details

Created by

P. D. James

Aired

November 8, 1985

Status

Ended

Country

United Kingdom

Network

ITV1

Episodes

6

View on IMDb

Where to watch

No known streaming options in United States.

Seasons

1. Season 1 · episodes: 6 · 1985

Cast

• 
  Roy Marsden

  Adam Dalgliesh
• 
  Martin Jarvis

  Wilfred Anstey
• 
  John Franklyn-Robbins

  Henry Carwardine
• Carol Gillies

  Dot Moxon
• 
  Richard Heffer

  Dr. Eric Hewson
• Harriet Bagnall

  Ursula Hollis
• 
  Pauline Collins

  Maggie Hewson
• 
  Rachel Kempson

  Grace Willison
• Valerie Whittington

  Jennie Pegram
• 
  Art Malik

  Julius Court
• Heather James

  Helen Rainer
• Martyn Hesford

  Dennis Lerner

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