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McClain's Law (1981–1982) — drama · crime on NBC

The answer: Concluded March 20, 1982.
McClain's Law poster
Genre
Drama · Crime
Network / streamer
NBC
Premiered
November 20, 1981
Ended
March 20, 1982
Runtime
~60 min per episode
1season

About McClain's Law

McClain's Law ended on March 20, 1982, after its single season aired on NBC. The show concluded its run over four decades ago, with no indication of a revival or continuation.

McClain's Law was a drama and crime series that premiered in 1981. It followed Jim McClain, a former police detective, as he fought to regain his old job to find his friend's murderer. The series depicted his efforts to solve crimes and navigate the challenges of law enforcement, with his police partner Harry Gates by his side.

The cast included James Arness as Det. Jim McClain, Marshall Colt as Det. Harry Gates, George DiCenzo as Lt. Edward DeNisco, Carl Franklin as Det. Jerry Cross, and Conchata Ferrell as Vangie Cruise.

McClain's Law cast

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