Shades of L.A.
Shades of L.A. is an American crime drama television series that aired from October 10, 1990 until April 6, 1991. Det. Michael Burton of the Los Angeles Police Department is a casual cop until he finds himself in limbo after a bullet grazes his head. He finds himself surrounded by "shades" - spirits trapped between heaven and hell until they can complete any unfinished business on earth. Once resuscitated, he can still see the "shades" so goes about helping them.
Cast: John D'Aquino, Warren Berlinger, Kenneth Mars
Season 1
20 episodes
- 1. Rest in PeaceAfter being nearly killed by gunfire, Michael is contacted by the spirit of a dead astronaut.CC1 h 0 minOct 10, 1990
- 2. The Wrong ManDead thief Lewis Delgado feels guilty over having framed an innocent man now on death row for murder.CC1 h 0 minOct 17, 1990
- 3. Cooper's CoronerA baseball announcer wants to make peace with the grown-up son of a former rival he framed for gambling.CC1 h 0 minOct 24, 1990
- 4. Concrete EvidenceThe ghost of a mob-involved musicians-union leader asks Burton to locate his missing corpse.CC1 h 0 minOct 31, 1990
- 5. Big Brother Is WatchingThe murdered ventioloquist Sibling of one of Michael's friends returns to point out his killer.CC1 h 0 minNov 7, 1990
- 6. Pointers From PazProdded by a dead detective framed for corruption, Michael goes after the true crooked cop.CC1 h 0 minNov 14, 1990
- 7. Where There's No Will There's a Weigh InThe greedy nephew of a recently deceased retired woman plans to keep the portion of her estate she willed to her financially strapped seniors' centre.CC1 h 0 minNov 21, 1990
- 8. The Teacher from HellThe shade of Michael's old high school science teacher helps him solve the case of a reporter's apparent suicide.CC1 h 0 minNov 28, 1990
- 9. Some Like It ColdA touch and attractive lawyer on whom Michael had a crush falls in love with him—but only after she's murdered.CC1 h 0 minDec 5, 1990
- 10. DreamsNo synopsis available yet.CC1 h 0 minDec 12, 1990
- 11. Dead Dogs Tell No TalesMichael helps Trudy, a dog accidentally killed while being used in a bank robberty, save her four pups from similar fates.CC1 h 0 minJan 8, 1991
- 12. Send Up the ClownsMichael goes undercover at a circus to investigate the murder of two miming clowns, possibly by their ringmaster.CC1 h 0 minJan 15, 1991
- 13. Last LaughNo synopsis available yet.CC1 h 0 minJan 22, 1991
- 14. Burial GroundWhile returning a suspect to L.A., Michael helps a Nevada cop killed trying to stop an Indian Payroll Service robbery.CC1 h 0 minJan 29, 1991
- 15. Cross the Center LineWhile Lt. Wesley is investigated for shooting a fleeing suspect, Michael encounters two '50s biker ghosts.CC1 h 0 minFeb 5, 1991
- 16. Til Death Do Us PartNo synopsis available yet.CC1 h 0 minFeb 9, 1991
- 17. Ten Little ThespiansAt a house party/murder mystery weekend, Michael encounters the shade of a novelist really killed at the house.CC1 h 0 minFeb 16, 1991
- 18. The Really Big SleepTough, old-time private eye Sam Doyle, killed 50 years ago, wants Michael's help in nailing the louse who bumped him off.CC1 h 0 minFeb 23, 1991
- 19. Line of Fire (1)TV evangelist Jimmy Scarborough, seeking an incriminating videotape of his murder of a call girl, stalks the TV-news-producer widow of Michael's former partner.CC1 h 0 minMar 30, 1991
- 20. Line of Fire (2)Part two of two: B.J.'s ghost, jealous of Linda and Michael's fledgling relationship, nevertheless helps Michael save her from Scarborough.CC1 h 0 minApr 6, 1991
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Shades of L.A.
Shades of L.A. is an American crime drama television series that aired from October 10, 1990 until April 6, 1991. Det. Michael Burton of the Los Angeles Police Department is a casual cop until he finds himself in limbo after a bullet grazes his head. He finds himself surrounded by "shades" - spirits trapped between heaven and hell until they can complete any unfinished business on earth. Once resuscitated, he can still see the "shades" so goes about helping them.
Creators and cast
- Created by
- William Bleich
Maturity rating
Not yet rated.
Where to watch
Not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service.
