Long before the term "The Avengers" became associated with Marvel, Disney's army of lawyers and films that are more CGI than actual acting, another kind of of Avengers reigned over the pop culture zeitgeist — the iconic '60s spy show. 

From its first episode in 1961 to its final installment in 1969, The Avengers was the quintessential '60s spy comedy, one beloved for not only its groundbreaking campiness but also skyrocketing the late Dame Diana Rigg to international stardom. 

From sultry promotional stills to on-screen moments, here are 26 photos from Britain's objectively better Avengers.