Cranky but likable L.A. PI Jim Rockford pulls no punches (but takes plenty of them). An ex-con sent to the slammer for a crime he didn't commit, Rockford takes on cases others don't want, aided by his tough old man, his lawyer girlfriend and some shady associates from his past.
Cast: James Garner, Noah Beery Jr.
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22 episodes
1. The Kirkoff CaseRockford is hired by Larry Kirkoff to find the identity of his parents killer. There are a number of possible suspects including Travis Buckman and Tawnia Baker who were lovers of Mrs. and Mr. Kirkoff respectively. The police actually suspect Larry of the crime, but, lack of evidence prevents them from making a case against him. Rockford's investigation runs him afoul of some pretty bad men who want everyone to go on thinking Larry killed them.TV-PGCC50minSep 13, 1974
2. The Dark and Bloody GroundJim reluctantly agrees to work for Beth Davenport. His job is to help her prove her client, Ann Calhoun, is innocent of the crime she is accused of; murdering her husband Kevin Calhoun. Jim's investigation takes him to the town of Parker, Arizona, where the Calhouns are from. He digs up info someone doesn't want found out and is almost killed trying to return to L.A. Socialites Clyde Russell and Elizabeth Gorman, who were throwing a party the Calhouns attended, are also investigated. Jim's investigation is making someone nervous as another attempt is made on his life.TV-PGCC50minSep 20, 1974
3. The CountessJim is helping a Countess avoid a blackmailer but is then charged for the Blackmailer murder...TV-PGCC50minSep 27, 1974
4. Exit Prentiss CarrJim finds the murdered body of Prentiss Carr in his hotel room and after reporting the incident to the police learns it has been classified as suicide...TV-PGCC50minOct 4, 1974
5. Tall Woman in Red WagonJim helps a journalist trace the whereabouts of her friend and has to adopt a series of covers in order to obtain the information, as well as contend with a mobsters goons and a Treasury Agent...TV-PGCC50minOct 11, 1974
6. This Case Is ClosedWhile investigating the fiance of Warren Jamison's daughter, Jim experiences some strange events which include kidnapping by the mob and the FBI who are anxious to get a statement - it all relates back to Jim recent trip to Newark...TV-PGCC1 h 29 minOct 18, 1974
7. The Big RipoffSuspecting her ex-lover was killed by his wife, a woman hires Rockford to jet to Europe to compile evidence. After a fling with the widow, Rockford suspects Steve Nelson faked his death.TV-PGCC50minOct 25, 1974
8. Find Me If You CanRockford reluctantly takes a unique assignment: a beautiful mystery woman wants him to find her, to see if someone she fears could also track her down. With a check poised to bounce, the ex-con PI needs the retainer to balance his always-challenged checking account. When Rockford checks with a local police department, he worms out a chilling piece of data: she's been dating Denver Mafia capo-regime, hot-tempered Ralph Correll. But the more Barbara Kelbaker strings along Jim Rockford, the more he's charmed into helping the desperate 30 something.TV-PGCC50minNov 1, 1974
9. In Pursuit of Carol ThorneJim tails a woman just released from prison. She was involved in a robbery of a Marine Payroll. The mastermind of the crime and his henchman follow her as well. They search for the remaining robber who wound up with the loot.TV-PGCC50minNov 8, 1974
10. The Dexter CrisisRockford ends up in the Nevada desert (starting with the bright lights of Las Vegas) searching for a rich guy's mistress and her suitcase of precious "documents."TV-PGCC50minNov 15, 1974
11. Caledonia - It's Worth a Fortune!When knowledge of a critically ill convict's hidden fortune comes to light, Rockford becomes involved in helping the con's wife find the treasure before his former partner arrives and demands his share.TV-PGCC50minDec 6, 1974
12. Profit and Loss (1)Jim investigates a large corporation when one of its executives is kidnapped and the wife of another executive claims the company murdered her husband.TV-PGCC50minDec 20, 1974
13. Profit and Loss (2)Rockford discovers the investment firm Fiscal Dynamics is a financial fraud and its president Leon Fielder will do anything to prevent him from destroying his company.TV-PGCC50minDec 27, 1974
14. Aura Lee, FarewellJim's old friend Sara Butler hires him to find out the real reason her employee Aura Lee Benton died. The police believe it was a drug overdose but Sara is convinced she was murdered.TV-PGCC50minJan 3, 1975
15. Sleight of HandJim's girlfriend suddenly disappears with no clue as to how or why. Lt. Diel thinks Rockford is probably responsible for her disappearance and orders him to stay away from the case. But Jim can't stop until he finds out what happened.TV-PGCC50minJan 17, 1975
16. Counter GambitTwo former cons hire Rockford to find an old girlfriend. They actually want her valuable pearl necklace and implicate him as the thief. With Angel's help, he'll get the pearls back and square himself with the police.TV-PGCC50minJan 24, 1975
17. ClaireJim's old girlfriend, Claire Prescott, phones, and asks him to help give her protection from 2 hoods chasing her. He soon discovers there's a missing undercover cop, which puts him up against an arrogant Cpt. Highland, as well.TV-PGCC49minJan 31, 1975
18. Say Goodbye to JenniferJohn Micelli's an old war buddy of Jim', who's now a fashion photographer. He hires Jim to track down a beautiful fashion model, whom the authorities claim is dead; killed in a fiery multi-car accident, but, he thinks otherwise. As Jim starts to look into this, he runs into several intimidating figure who want to make certain she stays that way.TV-PGCC50minFeb 7, 1975
19. Charlie Harris at LargeCharlie Harris, Rockford's former cell mate, is suspected of murdering his rich wife and is on the run. He calls on Rockford to find his alibi witness, a mystery woman with whom he was having an affair.TV-PGCC50minFeb 14, 1975
20. The Four Pound BrickA cop dies in an accident that his mother refuses to accept. Rocky offers Jim's services free of charge. After begrudgingly accepting the case he discovers that dirty cops might be involved which then pits him against a very angry Lt. Diel.TV-PGCC50minFeb 21, 1975
21. Just by AccidentA race car driver dies in an apparent accident that his mother, an old friend of Jim's, thinks was no accident. It turns out he was part of an insurance scam outfit and they soon have a similar plan for Rockford.TV-PGCC50minFeb 28, 1975
22. RoundaboutAn insurance company hires Rockford to locate a missing woman who is due an inheritance. He finds her in Las Vegas where she is an unwitting pawn in a money laundering operation.TV-PGCC50minMar 7, 1975
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Cranky but likable L.A. PI Jim Rockford pulls no punches (but takes plenty of them). An ex-con sent to the slammer for a crime he didn't commit, Rockford takes on cases others don't want, aided by his tough old man, his lawyer girlfriend and some shady associates from his past.
Creators and cast
- Created by
- Stephen J. Cannell, Roy Huggins
- Studio
- Universal Television, Roy Huggins-Public Arts Productions, Cherokee Productions
Maturity rating
TV-PGCheck the rating before watching with younger viewers.
Audio languages
English
