Great visuals, story delivers no surprises

Fun premise, good actors, bad writing. This film seemed to have potential at the beginning but it quickly devolves into a trite action film. Ultimately it's very boring.

It's the kind of movie you'll want to see a second time with someone who hasn't seen it yet, to remember what it was like to watch it for the first time.

The film may be flawed, but its message is not.

Many actors have performed the role of Simon Templar, but none could come close to the beaming originality exuded by Roger Moore as "The Saint" of the 60s.Ian Ogilvy and Val Kilmar have appeared as Simon Templar in "The Return of the Saint" and the movie "The Saint" respectively, but failed to generate the euphoria initially pioneered by Moore. After viewing some of the episodes portraying Moore as S.T., it seems that no other actor could merit a better visage and physiognomy which does exactly reflect the character produced by Leslie Charteris.This was the time, when Sean Connery was the new heartthrob of cine-goers as the dashing James Bond. Roger Moore was among the actors selected by Ian Fleming to play the iconic spy role, but Cubby Broccolli settled for Connery, considering Moore to be sporting a too pretty visage.This too pretty and soft visage of Roger Moore effectively loaded the role of Simon Templar and the TV series was an instant hit, which extended through the decade of 60s due to its resounding popularity. The winsome, suave and tall Roger Moore won the hearts of people who accepted him to be someone readily associated with that famous Marque/sobriquet topped with the elusive ring on his head. Finally, in 1973, Moore got the role of James Bond and did it in a record seven films, i,e. more than any other actor. Connery did it 6 times. Basically, the robust and suave role of Simon Templar was a precursor to the James Bond of Ian Fleming ...... properly grooming Roger Moore to make a thundering start for the big screen character.

The modern day Robin Hood. This show is a classic. James Bond without the gadgets, or over the top criminals are here. The Saint was the work of Leslie Charteris; an Asian-American writer who penned many books and his character came to life in many 40's B-movies. There was even a show; with Vincent Price as the Saint. The defining Saint was of course Roger Moore's Simon Templar. A suave, sophisticated jet setter who always was available to do a good deed. His character had an edge; a perception at least, of an international rogue. He was first and foremost a man with a strong sense of right and wrong and would do anything to make things right. The Saint ran from 1962-1969 and is still beloved and with good reason. Roger Moore does the Saint with a flair and the supporting characters are always well defined and twists and turns of the plot are always there. There was an informal ensemble cast and many of the same actors play different characters. I had mixed feelings about Inspector Teal (Ivor Dean), he is always duped and his character, although well played, was a bit of an idiot. Still Inspector Teal had some charm. The series had recurring writers including my favorite: Terry Nation. (For those Doctor Who fans, Terry Nation is of course, the creator of the Daleks). Harry Junkin was the writer of the more fluid episodes.Anyone who appreciates mystery, intrigue and well played characters, has to appreciate the Saint. The Saint gets 9.9/10 stars.

Forget the average Saint movie starring Val Kilmer from the 90's. If you want to see the definitive Simon Templar, then check out this fantastic action show starring a pre-007 Roger Moore.The show was consistently good throughout as The Saint travelled to locations such as Paris to battle scum such as murderers and robbers. Accompanying him was beautiful women as he raced round in his car coming to blows with the bad guys. Like most shows of that era, it was very tongue-in-cheek.And I'd be committing a crime if I didn't mention Moore's eyebrow raising each episode. As for the theme tune, it was unforgettable.Given the absolute rubbish that is show on TV nowadays, I would urge young fans to check The Saint out.

By far, one of the best attempts at a Saint live action project. From its inception in October of 1962, the Saint went on to become one of the most influential TV series in the 1960s. To this day, it continues to boast a die hard following, placing it in the same "cult-like" catagory as the Avengers or Mission: Immpossible. A classic, and one of my absolute favorite shows, this show does the character of Simon Templar justice, and proves to be one of Roger Moore's best roles. A pre-Bond Moore is suave and elegant on the screen, with his stunning white Volvo P1800S. A series that will live on long after its cast or crew.