Barnaby Jones

Barnaby Jones (1973-1980)

EndedScripted showDrama, Crime, Mystery

Barnaby Jones is a television detective series featuring a father and daughter-in-law who run a private detective firm in Los Angeles, California.

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Scheduleevery Thursday at 22:00 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S08E22The Killin' Cousinavr. 3, 1980
S08E21Deadline for Murdermars 27, 1980
S08E20The Silent Accusermars 13, 1980
S08E19The Final Victimmars 6, 1980
S08E18Death is the Punchlinefévr. 21, 1980
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did the first episode of Barnaby Jones premiere?

The first episode of Barnaby Jones premiered on January 28, 1973.

Who is the lead actor in Barnaby Jones?

The lead actor in Barnaby Jones is Buddy Ebsen who played the titular character, Barnaby Jones.

What is the premise of the show Barnaby Jones?

Barnaby Jones is a detective drama series that revolves around the investigations of a retired private investigator and his daughter-in-law who join forces to solve crimes.

Who is Barnaby Jones' daughter-in-law in the TV series?

Betty Jones, played by Lee Meriwether, is Barnaby Jones' daughter-in-law in the TV series.

In what city does Barnaby Jones take place?

Barnaby Jones takes place in Los Angeles, California.

Who created Barnaby Jones?

Barnaby Jones was created by Lee Rich and was produced by Quinn Martin Productions.

What is the famous catchphrase of the main character in Barnaby Jones?

The famous catchphrase of Barnaby Jones is "I'll get right on it".

In how many episodes of the show, Barnaby Jones, did Buddy Ebsen appear?

Buddy Ebsen appeared in all 178 episodes of Barnaby Jones.

Who provided the voice for the opening credits of Barnaby Jones?

During the opening credits, actress Lee Meriwether provided the voice-over narration for Barnaby Jones.

Did Barnaby Jones have any spin-offs?

No, Barnaby Jones did not have any spin-offs.

Did Buddy Ebsen ever win any awards for his performance in Barnaby Jones?

Yes, Buddy Ebsen won a Golden Globe Award for Best TV Actor in a Drama in 1974 for his performance as Barnaby Jones.

Who portrayed Barnaby Jones' son on the show?

Mark Shera played Bud Jones, Barnaby Jones' son, on the show.

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