Jango(1961)

Jango is a 1961 British crime-comedy series that follows the misadventures of Jango Smith, a character caught between the law and the underworld. Robert Urquhart stars as the scheming protagonist, while Moira Redmond plays his wife Dee, who becomes entangled in his criminal escapades. The supporting cast includes Peter Sallis and Brian Wilde in key roles. Produced by Associated Rediffusion for British television, Jango blends sharp humor with darker criminal intrigue, capturing the tone of early 1960s British comedy. The series explores how Jango navigates dangerous situations with wit and cunning, often dragging his reluctant wife into trouble. It's a period piece that showcases the comedic potential of crime narratives before they became standard television fare.