: 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