Zodiac

Zodiac was a six-part series transmitted by ITV in 1974. Starring Anton Rogers and Anouska Hempel as cynical detective David Gradley and his astrologer associate Esther Jones, the unusual astrological premise set this show apart from the humdrum detective dramas of the time. Little seen since its original broadcast, the series has garnered something of a cult status.

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Seasons

1. Death of a Crab

Air Date: 1974-02-25

Cynical detective David Gradley meets sassy astrologer Esther Jones, first suspecting her of murder, then finding her skills useful in clearing up an intriguing case.

2. The Cool Aquarian

Air Date: 1974-03-04

Jealousy, highly unethical business practises and the kidnap of a young woman stretch Gradley's analytical powers, and Esther's astrological skills, to the full. Neville the butler provides both comic relief and human insight to the case.

3. The Strength of Gemini

Air Date: 1974-03-11

Furious that a conman is using her astrological skills to target his victims, Esther inveigles Gradley into a plot to unmask the rogue.

4. Saturn's Rewards

Air Date: 1974-03-18

An MP's daughter wants to marry a man the MP knows is a murderer – but he can't reveal what he knows without jeopardising himself.

5. Sting, Sting, Scorpio!

Air Date: 1974-03-25

Very much against Gradley's wishes, Esther takes the place of a murdered Brighton astrologer and clairvoyant in order to find out who killed her – thus exposing herself to the same risk.

6. The Horns of the Moon

Air Date: 1974-04-01

When Tony Weston is accused of the murder of his father, CEO of a merchant bank, Esther is sure he's innocent – his birth chart proves him incapable of any such violence. With four other possible suspects, finding the real culprit might be tricky.

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Rating

5.0/10

Release Date

1974-02-25

Episodes

6 (1 seasons)

Status

Ended

Cast

Anton Rodgers

David Gradley

Anouska Hempel

Esther Jones

Production Companies

Thames Television