™
Create a free account to see where Softly Softly: Task Force is streaming, with prices and your services first.
Where to watch
Not available to stream in US
🔔 Notify me about new seasonsSynopsis
Softly, Softly: Task Force is a police based drama series which ran on BBC 1 from 1969 to 1976. It was a revamp of Softly, Softly, itself a spin-off from Z-Cars. The change was made partly to coincide with the coming of colour broadcasting to the BBC's main channel BBC1. The programme was due to be called simply Task Force, but reluctant to sacrifice a much-loved brand the BBC compromised this so it became Softly, Softly: Task Force.
Episodes
Create a free account to track the episodes you’ve watched.
- E1 ArrivalNext upNov 20, 1969
Synopsis
Things are about to change at Thamesford Constabulary when Detective Chief Superintendent Charles Barlow arrives to take over as new head of CID. Barlow's orders are to whip Thamesford Constabulary into shape and to ensure that operations run smoothly. He soon finds that it's going to be a major job to get the constabulary into shape as duties have been neglected. Things are getting tough for everybody that very first night when a young boy is reported missing. Before the night is over, Chief Superintendent Barlow will know who he can rely on at Thamesford ...
- E2 ExerciseNov 27, 1969
Synopsis
Detective Chief Superitendent Barlow is in for a surprise as Chief Constable Cullen has some considerable staff changes in mind for Thamesford CID. Cullen wants to provide Charlie Barlow with the best team to assist him in setting up a highly efficient task force. However, soon the stabbing of a woman takes priority over personnel matters at Thamesford CID.
Guest stars: Walter Gotell (Chief Constable Arthur Cullen), Terence Rigby (PC Henry Snow), Barry Jackson (Outwood), Stratford Johns (Det. Chief Supt. Charles Barlow)
- E3 DiversionDec 4, 1969
Synopsis
While the task force officers are busy investigating a series of break-ins, an armed hold-up at a timber warehouse requires immediate attention and quick action. Will Thamesford CID be able to catch the robbers and still have time to deal with the burglaries? It's up to Detective Inspector Harry Hawkins and his fellow officers to prove to their superiors how efficient the task force team can work.
- E4 The Spoilt OnesDec 11, 1969
- E5 To Protect the Innocent...Dec 18, 1969
- E6 Any Other NightJan 1, 1970
- E7 The Aggro BoyJan 8, 1970
- E8 Standing OrdersJan 15, 1970
- E9 Private MischiefJan 22, 1970
- E10 Open and ShutJan 29, 1970
- E11 Sprats and MackeralsFeb 5, 1970
Synopsis
A rumor causes Thamesford task force to investigate at Eastcote docks where someone allegedly brings illegal immigrants into the country. WP/DC Betty Donald goes undercover, posing as a juvenile delinquent, while Sergeant Jackson receives an undercover assignment at a nearby camping site. Soon the investigation turns into a run against time when a bunch of abandoned illegal immigrants need to be located before they end up dead.
Guest stars: Terence Rigby (PC Henry Snow), Christopher Benjamin (Chief Immigration Officer Ingrams)
- E12 Like Any Other Friday...Feb 12, 1970
Guest stars
Guest stars: Peter Brett (Mitchell)
- E13 Power of the PressFeb 19, 1970
Guest stars
Guest stars: Gary Waldhorn (Derek Watson), Kenneth Waller (James Potter)
- E14 Trust a WomanFeb 26, 1970
- E15 The HermitMar 5, 1970
- E16 EscortMar 12, 1970
Norman Bowler
Frank Windsor
David Lloyd Meredith
