The Rockford Files: Season 1 | Rotten Tomatoes (2024)
80% 5 Reviews Tomatometer100% Fewer than 50 Ratings Audience Score Jim Rockford is an ex-con and private detective. He was falsely convicted of a crime he didn't commit, but that doesn't stop him from using his ex-con buddies to help him solve crimes. Nothing comes easy for Rockford, but he works hard and usually gets shot at or beat up at least once per episode. Read MoreRead Less
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Mike P Classic character driven detective show. Rated 4.5/5 Stars •Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars11/19/23 Full Review Read all reviews Post a rating
Cast & Crew
Thomas Fitzroy Creator Stephen J. Cannell Creator James Garner Jim Rockford Noah Beery Jr. Joseph "Rocky" Rockford Joe Santos Det. Dennis Becker Stuart Margolin Evelyn "Angel" Martin
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Episodes
Episode 1Aired Mar 24, 1974Backlash of the HunterA woman (Lindsay Wagner) hires Rockford to discover if her father's death was homicide or suicide; guest Bill Mumy. Details Episode 1Aired Mar 24, 1974Backlash of the HunterJim Rockford is an ex-convict turned private detective. Details Episode 2Aired Mar 27, 1974Backlash of the HunterRockford is the hunted as he learns whether a man's death was murder or suicide; guests Lindsay Wagner, Bill Mumy. Details Episode 3Aired Sep 13, 1974The Kirkoff CaseAn heir (James Woods), suspected of murdering his parents, hires Rockford to find the killer; guest Abe Vigoda. Details Episode 4Aired Sep 20, 1974The Dark and Bloody GroundMurderers stalk Rockford after Beth gets him to investigate the death of a screenwriter; guest Nancy Malone. Details Episode 5Aired Sep 27, 1974The CountessA wealthy Texan's wife (Susan Strasberg) hires Rockford (James Garner) to deal with a blackmail problem. Details Episode 6Aired Oct 4, 1974Exit Prentiss CarrWhen Rockford is hired to check on a philandering husband, he finds the man dead under mysterious circ*mstances. Details Episode 7Aired Oct 11, 1974Tall Woman in Red WagonRockford disguises himself as a coffin salesman, a psychiatrist and an IRS agent to find a missing newspaperwoman. Details Episode 8Aired Oct 18, 1974This Case Is ClosedA tycoon's (Joseph Cotten) prospective son-in-law seems too good to be true; guest Sharon Gless. Details Episode 9Aired Oct 18, 1974This Case Is ClosedRockford is on the verge of giving up his investigation after being harassed by the underworld and federal agents. Details Episode 10Aired Oct 25, 1974The Big RipoffA woman thinks her lover's death in a plane crash might involve his wife (Suzanne Somers); guest Jill Clayburgh. Details Episode 11Aired Nov 1, 1974Find Me If You CanA woman (Joan Van Ark) with a secret hires Rockford to discover her identity; guest (Paul) Michael Glaser. Details Episode 12Aired Nov 8, 1974In Pursuit of Carol ThorneRockford hopes a woman ex-convict will lead him to $1 million in stolen money; guest Laffit Pincay Jr. Details Episode 13Aired Nov 15, 1974The Dexter CrisisRockford finds a wealthy businessman's girlfriend (Lee Purcell) but is asked only to watch her; guest Linda Kelsey. Details Episode 14Aired Dec 6, 1974Caledonia, It's Worth a Fortune!A convict's wife (Shelley Fabares) needs to locate a fortune hidden in a rural community; guest Robert Ginty. Details Episode 15Aired Dec 20, 1974Profit and LossA kidnapper knocks Rockford (James Garner) out while abducting a client from his trailer. Guest stars: Ned Beatty and Michael Lerner. Details Episode 16Aired Dec 27, 1974Profit and LossRockford (James Garner) burglarizes a print shop while searching for clues that will lead to stock-market fixing. Guest stars: Ned Beatty and Michael Lerner. Details Episode 17Aired Jan 3, 1975Aura Lee, FarewellRockford must solve the mystery of a boutique owner's drug-overdose death; guests Lindsay Wagner, Greg Mullavey. Details Episode 18Aired Jan 17, 1975Sleight of HandRockford's search for a vanished girlfriend leads him to a crime figure, a singer (Lara Parker) and a fugitive syndicate chief. Details Episode 19Aired Jan 24, 1975Counter GambitA former convict hires Rockford to find his girlfriend (Mary Frann), but actually he wants pearls she possesses. Details Episode 20Aired Jan 31, 1975ClaireRockford is caught between police and gangsters when he helps a former fiancee (Linda Evans); guest Jackie Cooper. Details Episode 21Aired Feb 7, 1975Say Goodbye to JenniferPolice and the mob seek a model (Pamela Hensley) connected with murder, until a dentist identifies her corpse. Details Episode 22Aired Feb 14, 1975Charlie Harris at LargeRockford's former cellmate (Tony Musante) is accused of murdering his wealthy wife; guest Diana Muldaur. Details Episode 23Aired Feb 21, 1975The Four Pound BrickThe mother (Edith Atwater) of a rookie policeman killed in an auto mishap refuses to believe his death was accidental. Details Episode 24Aired Feb 28, 1975Just by AccidentRockford uncovers an insurance scam when a race-driver's mother hires him to look into her son's traffic death. Details Episode 25Aired Mar 7, 1975RoundaboutIn Las Vegas to deliver an insurance check, Rockford uncovers underworld exploitation of a singer. Details
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Raoul Hernandez Austin Chronicle Humor hasn't yet overtaken the drama, as would happen later with Magnum P.I. and Remington Steele, but in [James] Garner's irrepressible, eventually Emmy-winning shamus, The Rockford Files remains as timeless as a blackjack to the back of your skull. Apr 15, 2020 Full Review Sue Cameron Hollywood Reporter The Rockford Files is a terrific show done with style, wit and intelligence. Jul 3, 2018 Full Review Charlie Hanna Charlotte Observer Lord knows, I wish the best for Jim. This isn't it. May 4, 2021 Full Review Will Harris Bullz-Eye.com There might be a few too many car chases padding some of the episodes, since that was a big selling point in the '70s, but it's the dialogue and delivery that make this show so watchable even now. Rated: 4/5 Apr 16, 2020 Full Review Matt Springer Common Sense Media The show remains immensely watchable, full of humor and unforgettable supporting players. Rated: 4/5 Apr 15, 2020 Full Review Read all reviews
Season Info
Director
Richard Heffron, Larry Doheny, Jackie Cooper, Jerry London, Bernard L. Kowalski, Lou Antonio, Russ Mayberry, Alexander Grasshoff, Charles S. Dubin, Michael Schultz, William Wiard
Executive Producer
Meta Rosenberg
Screenwriter
Stephen J. Cannell, Juanita Bartlett, Edward J. Lakso, Howard Berk, Eric Kaldor, Jo Swerling Jr.
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