The story follows Simon Templar as he visits the seaside town of Seatondean. He arrives during a heated mayoral election between the well-connected incumbent, (Leslie Sands), and the disgruntled, honest challenger, George Hackett (Norman Bird). When Hackett dies under suspicious circumstances after accusing Purdell of corruption, Templar steps in to investigate.
In a classic "Saint" maneuver, Templar tests Purdell's integrity by offering him a direct bribe. To Templar's surprise, Purdell indignantly refuses, leading the Saint to realize that the Mayor is indeed "well-meaning" but is being manipulated by a truly crooked third party. Review Highlights "The Saint" The Well Meaning Mayor(1963)
"The Saint" The Well Meaning Mayor (TV Episode 1963) - Goofs The story follows Simon Templar as he visits
"The Well Meaning Mayor" is a standout episode from Season 2 of the 1960s classic The Saint , featuring Roger Moore in the role that established his international suave persona before he became James Bond. Plot Overview In a classic "Saint" maneuver, Templar tests Purdell's