This story, which marked the end of the excellent Thriller anthology series, brings things to a close in good style.
When an American hitman (Gary) on the run from the mob takes refuge in a lonely coastal cottage in a quiet part of south-west England, his plans to lie low and take stock seem to be going well.
But, one stormy evening, he receives a surprise visit from an attractive and bikini-clad young woman (Gilly) in distress - she claims she has been swept away by the storms while out swimming.
He takes pity on her and lets her dry out and recover at his house, and they form a friendship.
As their unlikely friendship goes on and they become closer, she asks him to help her out in a dangerous scheme she's formulated. Gary's happy to help - knowing it will cement their partnership even more. But is Gilly all that she seems?
This is another intriguing and twisty story that's typical of this series, and with the added bonus of real costal locations filmed in Devon (there seems to be more outdoor filming all-round in this final season).
The desolate location certainly adds to the unsettling atmosphere - and we see the welcome return of American actor Braford Dillman as Gary. Hammer Horror actress Suzan Farmer is perfect too as beautiful stranger Gilly, and the story builds nicely to its conclusion which, for me, was entirely unexpected.
This is an episode I remember from its airing the first time round in 1976, when Thriller was always a big Saturday night treat.
It's still just as enjoyable today and, as I say, makes a great story for the show to finish, combining all the elements that made Thriller so great.
When an American hitman (Gary) on the run from the mob takes refuge in a lonely coastal cottage in a quiet part of south-west England, his plans to lie low and take stock seem to be going well.
But, one stormy evening, he receives a surprise visit from an attractive and bikini-clad young woman (Gilly) in distress - she claims she has been swept away by the storms while out swimming.
He takes pity on her and lets her dry out and recover at his house, and they form a friendship.
As their unlikely friendship goes on and they become closer, she asks him to help her out in a dangerous scheme she's formulated. Gary's happy to help - knowing it will cement their partnership even more. But is Gilly all that she seems?
This is another intriguing and twisty story that's typical of this series, and with the added bonus of real costal locations filmed in Devon (there seems to be more outdoor filming all-round in this final season).
The desolate location certainly adds to the unsettling atmosphere - and we see the welcome return of American actor Braford Dillman as Gary. Hammer Horror actress Suzan Farmer is perfect too as beautiful stranger Gilly, and the story builds nicely to its conclusion which, for me, was entirely unexpected.
This is an episode I remember from its airing the first time round in 1976, when Thriller was always a big Saturday night treat.
It's still just as enjoyable today and, as I say, makes a great story for the show to finish, combining all the elements that made Thriller so great.