With its unique combination of banter and bullets, sharp wit and champagne, THE AVENGERS brought an entirely new dramatic ideal to American television. These 1967 colour episodes -- perhaps the most successful British entertainment export barring The Beatles -- feature the exquisite Mrs. Emma Peel (Diana Rigg) and the impeccable John Steed (Patrick Macnee). "From Venus With Love"--First aired 14 January, 1967. Is an invasion from Venus imminent? Or have the scatty Boffins at the British Venusian Society cooked up a killer of a conspiracy? Look for an unexpected sendup of British class consciousness, as well as the famous "Emmapeeler." Directed by Ray Baker, Written by Philip Levene. "The Fear Merchants" First aired 21 January, 1967 When fear becomes a business asset, the fearless Avengers brave the bureaucracy and downsize the wages of sin. The second episode of THE AVENGERS broadcast in America features exaggerated "British" dialogue, tailored to appeal to American notions of "Englishness." Directed by Gordon Flemying, Written by Philip Levene