Quick Info
Status: Ended
Network: ITV1
Type: Scripted
Rating: 5.5/10
Ace of Wands
Overview
Ace of Wands is a fantasy-based British children's television show broadcast on ITV between 1970 and 1972, created by Trevor Preston and Pamela Lonsdale and produced by Thames Television. The title, taken from the name of a Tarot card describes the principal character, called "Tarot" who combined stage magic with supernatural powers. Tarot has a pet Owl named Ozymandias, played by Fred Owl. The series ran for two seasons of thirteen episodes and a third season of twenty, with fourteen story arcs, in a similar manner to early Doctor Who. Many, if not all, of the first 26 episodes are believed to have been wiped, although the final season is intact.
This production, originally released in 1970, has captivated audiences with its unique storytelling. As a Scripted series, it brings a fresh perspective to the Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Action & Adventure, Family genre, maintaining a strong viewer rating of 5.5 across its 3 seasons.
- Storyline Highlights:
- • Explores themes within Sci-Fi & Fantasy and Action & Adventure.
- • Produced in .
- • Original Language: English.
Starring Cast
Seasons
Season 1
13 Episodes • Aired 1970-07-29
No season overview provided for this season.
Season 2
13 Episodes • Aired 1971-07-21
No season overview provided for this season.
Season 3
20 Episodes • Aired 1972-07-19
No season overview provided for this season.