Quick Info
Status: Ended
Network: ABC
Type: Scripted
Rating: 6.1/10
The Detectives
Overview
The Detectives is an American crime drama series which ran on ABC during its first two seasons, and on NBC during its third and final season. The series, starring motion picture star Robert Taylor, was produced by Four Star Television. Captain Matt Holbrook (Robert Taylor) is head of the detective division of a large metropolitan police force—a man whose devotion to duty, professional brilliance, and quick judgment are reflected in his 20-year career on the force. His aides, Lt. Johnny Russo (Tige Andrews), Lt. Otto Lindstrom (Russ Thorson), and Sgt. Chris Ballard (Mark Goddard) form a team that is both proficient and warmly human. The stories stress the interrelationships between the men as well as the solutions to crimes and the apprehension of criminals, adding a dimension of human drama to the excitement, action, and suspense inherent in each story of the detectives' difficult, sometimes thankless, and frequently dangerous assignments.
This production, originally released in 1959, has captivated audiences with its unique storytelling. As a Scripted series, it brings a fresh perspective to the Action & Adventure, Drama genre, maintaining a strong viewer rating of 6.1 across its 3 seasons.
- Storyline Highlights:
- • Explores themes within Action & Adventure and Drama.
- • Produced in .
- • Original Language: English.
Starring Cast
Robert Taylor
Captain Matt Holbrook
Ursula Thiess
Lisa Bonay
Mark Goddard
Sgt. Chris Ballard
Tige Andrews
Lt. Johnny Russo
Adam West
Sgt. Steve Nelson
Seasons
Season 1
33 Episodes • Aired 1959-10-16
No season overview provided for this season.
Season 2
35 Episodes • Aired 1960-09-16
No season overview provided for this season.
Season 3
29 Episodes • Aired 1961-09-29
No season overview provided for this season.