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The Rockford Files

1974–1979 Crime • Drama • Mystery

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.

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Overview

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.

Series Snapshot

Status
Released
Total Seasons
6
Total Episodes
122
First Air Date
Mar 27, 1974
Most Recent Air Date
Apr 20, 1999
Network / Platform
Amazon Prime Video
Original Language
en-US

Themes

Tone & Style

  • High-tension tone with suspense-forward storytelling.
  • Serialized structure rewards long-form viewing over stand-alone episodes.
  • Completed run offers a finite, binge-friendly arc.

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Creators & Cast

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Rating
23.5
Seasons
6
Episodes
122

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Seasons

Season 1

1974 • 22 episodes

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Season 2

1975 • 22 episodes

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Season 3

1976 • 22 episodes

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Season 4

1977 • 22 episodes

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Season 5

1978 • 22 episodes

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Season 6

1979 • 12 episodes

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