Praying Mantis Season 1 • TV Show
release-radar
Are there new episodes of Praying Mantis coming?
Praying Mantis is marked as an ended series, with its final episode airing on November 24, 1982. At this time there are no new seasons or episodes announced, so the release radar for this show is effectively closed unless a revival or spin-off is announced.
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overview
What is Praying Mantis about?
A twisting tale of deception, blackmail and an abominable crime of passion. A middle-aged professor's young bride and his assistant plan to commit a double murder disguised as a "Crime Passionel", but discover too late that one of their intended victims has become a fellow conspirator. It blends crime and drama elements. The series reflects a distinct GB style and perspective.
cast
Cast and creators of Praying Mantis
The main cast includes Pinkas Braun, Cherie Lunghi and Jonathan Pryce. Behind the scenes, it is directed by Jack Gold.
Pinkas Braun
as Professor Paul Canova
Cherie Lunghi
as Beatrice Manceau
Jonathan Pryce
as Christian Magny
Carmen du Sautoy
as Vera Canova
Anna Cropper
as Gertrude
Friedrich von Thun
as Insurance Director
Arthur Brauss
as Richter