: McCall's street-smart associate and "wacko" former Navy SEAL who assists on dangerous missions.

: Unlike many bright '80s procedurals, this show is noted for its dark, moody atmosphere and location shooting in New York’s grittier neighborhoods, which gives it a "noir-tinted" feel that still holds up.

Season 1 originally aired on CBS from September 18, 1985, to April 1986.

McCall is taken hostage by Middle Eastern terrorists at a wedding. Apr 8, 1986 McCall helps a reporter investigate a reclusive neighbor. Production & Legacy

The debut season laid the groundwork for McCall's world, introducing his tense relationship with his former boss, (Robert Lansing), and his estranged son, Scott.

: Set against a gritty, 1980s New York City backdrop, the series blended high-stakes espionage with personal justice. : The memorable electronic theme was composed by Stewart Copeland , drummer for The Police Main Cast and Notable Guest Stars Edward Woodward as Robert McCall: Woodward won a Golden Globe in 1987 for this career-defining role. Keith Szarabajka


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