Hardcastle and McCormick

Hardcastle and McCormick (1983-1986)

EndedScripted showDrama, Action, Crime

Judge Milton "Hardcase" Hardcastle - retired. After years of working for a judicial system that put guilty criminals back on the streets due to technicalities, he takes the law into his own hands by searching them out. Aiding him is a one time car theif now professional driver Mark "Skid" McCormick. McCormick, brought before the judge's final cast, is arrested for an "honest steal". Hardcastle gives him the choice of prison or helping him with the 200 plus cold cases. Relunctanly choosing to aid the judge, Hardcastle and McCormick start a loose friendship of justice and con in order to finally those who deserved it in prison.

Network
Scheduleevery Monday (60 min)

Last Episode

A Chip Off the Ol' Milt
Season 3Episode 2260 min

A Chip Off the Ol' Milt

As the final episode begins, Mark, who has secretly begun attending law school, is offered a paralegal job by Kenneth Malcolm, one of his professors. Meanwhile, Hardcastle, realizing that Mark's parole is up, decides to buy a car repair business, as a surprise gift for his friend. Upon hearing about Mark's job offer, Hardcastle, not wanting to stand in his friend's way, lies and tells his friend that he bought the company for himself. For his first assignment at law firm Malcolm, Hughes and Dewitt, Mark is asked to reclaim the possessions of Elsey, a resident of the Sunset Acres Retirement Home. Arriving at the home, Mark makes the acquaintance of Mimi LeGrand, a retired actress. Immediately liking Mimi, Mark is more than willing to comply when the former actress asks him to open a bank account for her. To Mark's surprise, he discovers that someone has already opened an account in Mimi's name. Concerned, Mark decides to go to Hardcastle for help. Before the two men are able to really learn anything in the case, they end up in jail as a result of a mistake made by Leroy, Hardcastle's assistant at the car company. While awaiting their release, Hardcastle decides to tell his friend the truth about why he bought the company. In response, Mark reveals that he has been going to law school in an attempt to follow in his friend's footsteps. Once released, Hardcastle and McCormick discover evidence that Malcolm and resident home manager Leonard Porter have been killing the residents and stealing their money. (They were able to move the money by secretly creating bank accounts in the seniors' names.) Armed with sufficient evidence, the crime fighting duo stop Malcolm and Porter. Despite the fall of his professor, Mark vows to continue attending law school. After selling the car business, Hardcastle makes a generous bet with Mark: If the ex-race car driver can beat him in a game of basketball, the judge will pay the law school bill. Due in the most part to Hardcastle's generosity, Mark wins the game.
May 5, 1986

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S03E22A Chip Off the Ol' MiltMay 5, 1986
S03E21The Day the Music DiedMar 31, 1986
S03E20In the Eye of the BeholderMar 17, 1986
S03E19Poker NightMar 3, 1986
S03E18McCormick's Bar and GrillFeb 24, 1986
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Hardcastle and McCormick premiere?

The show premiered on September 18, 1983.

Who played the role of Judge Milton C. Hardcastle in the show?

Brian Keith played the role of Judge Milton C. Hardcastle.

Who played the role of Mark McCormick in the show?

Daniel Hugh Kelly played the role of Mark McCormick.

What was the backstory of Judge Hardcastle?

Judge Hardcastle was a retired Los Angeles Superior Court Judge who was frustrated with the criminal justice system, so he decided to take matters into his own hands.

What was the backstory of Mark McCormick?

Mark McCormick was a car thief who was caught by Judge Hardcastle and given a choice between going to jail or becoming a private investigator for the judge.

What kind of car did Mark McCormick drive in the show?

Mark McCormick drove a 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air.

What is the nickname given to Judge Hardcastle's car?

Judge Hardcastle's car was nicknamed "The Coyote".

Who was the main antagonist of the show?

Lieutenant Frank Harper was the main antagonist of the show.

What kind of car did Lieutenant Frank Harper drive in the show?

Lieutenant Frank Harper drove a black Porsche.

What was the relationship between Judge Hardcastle and Lieutenant Frank Harper?

Judge Hardcastle and Lieutenant Frank Harper had a professional rivalry and didn't see eye to eye on many issues.

What was the name of the theme song for the show?

The theme song for the show was called "Drive".

Who sang the theme song for the show?

The theme song for the show was sung by David Morgan.

Did Hardcastle and McCormick have any crossover episodes with any other TV shows?

Yes, Hardcastle and McCormick had a crossover episode with the show Simon & Simon called "A Christmas Story".

Cast

Daniel Hugh Kelly

Daniel Hugh Kelly

plays Mark "Skid" McCormick
Brian Keith

Brian Keith

plays Judge Milton C. Hardcastle
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Characters

Mark

Mark "Skid" McCormick

played by Daniel Hugh Kelly
Judge Milton C. Hardcastle

Judge Milton C. Hardcastle

played by Brian Keith
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