Foul Play

Foul Play (1981)

EndedScripted showComedy, Action, Crime

Tucker Pendlenton, a klutzy detective, and his girlfriend, Gloria Mundy, a shy librarian, stumble into some madcap adventures and crimes. The series was based on the film of the same title.

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Scheduleevery Sunday at 22:00 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E06Hit and Runaoût 30, 1981
S01E05Postage Dueaoût 23, 1981
S01E04Play It Again Tuckfévr. 23, 1981
S01E03Double Playfévr. 16, 1981
S01E02Sins of the Father (aka Phoenix Under Glass)févr. 2, 1981
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'Foul Play' premiere?

'Foul Play' premiered on January 26, 1981.

Who were the main cast members of 'Foul Play'?

The main cast members of 'Foul Play' were Barry Van Dyke, Deborah Raffin, and Richard Romanus.

What was the genre of 'Foul Play'?

'Foul Play' was a crime drama television series.

Where was 'Foul Play' set?

'Foul Play' was set in San Francisco, California.

Who created 'Foul Play'?

'Foul Play' was created by Stephen J. Cannell.

What was the premise of 'Foul Play'?

'Foul Play' followed the adventures of two San Francisco detectives as they solved various crimes.

What was the running time of each episode of 'Foul Play'?

Each episode of 'Foul Play' had a running time of approximately 60 minutes.

Did 'Foul Play' receive any awards or nominations?

Unfortunately, 'Foul Play' did not receive any major awards or nominations.

How many episodes were there in the first season of 'Foul Play'?

The first season of 'Foul Play' consisted of 13 episodes.

Did 'Foul Play' have any notable guest stars?

Yes, 'Foul Play' featured guest appearances from actors such as Morgan Fairchild and Robert Englund.

Was 'Foul Play' critically acclaimed?

While 'Foul Play' had a dedicated fan base, it did not receive significant critical acclaim.

Was 'Foul Play' based on a book or a movie?

No, 'Foul Play' was an original television series and not based on a book or a movie.

What was the time slot for 'Foul Play'?

'Foul Play' aired on Monday nights at 9/8c.

Did 'Foul Play' have a memorable theme song?

Yes, 'Foul Play' had a catchy theme song composed by Mike Post.

Who was the network that aired 'Foul Play'?

'Foul Play' was aired on ABC.

Did 'Foul Play' have any notable crossovers with other TV shows?

No, 'Foul Play' did not have any notable crossovers with other TV shows.

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Also known as

  • Juego Sucio (Colombia)
  • Riskante Spiele (Germany)

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