Hooperman

Hooperman (1987-1989)

EndedScripted showDrama, Comedy

Free-wheeling San Francisco cop Harry Hooperman inherits a run down apartment building, and the building owner's mean, hateful and just plain annoying dog Bijoux. Not having the time to maintain the building and tend to his police work, Hooperman hires feisty aspiring writer Susan Smith as his superintendent/maintenance person. He and Smith soon begin a relationship, and the series chronicles the ups and downs of the relationship, along with Hooperman's efforts as a policeman.

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Scheduleevery Wednesday at 21:00 (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S02E20Goodnight, Sweet HoopermanJul 26, 1989
S02E19Some of That JazzJul 12, 1989
S02E18Take My Building, PleaseJul 5, 1989
S02E17Love BytesJun 28, 1989
S02E16Dog Day Afternoon, Morning and NightJun 21, 1989
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

Hooperman premiere?

Hooperman premiered on September 23, 1987.

Who played the lead role of Inspector Harry Hooperman?

John Ritter played the lead role of Inspector Harry Hooperman.

Who was Hooperman's dog?

Hooperman's dog was named Bijoux.

Who was Hooperman's partner on the show?

Hooperman's partner on the show was Detective Sergeant "Downtown" Brown, played by Clarence Felder.

What was the setting of the show?

The show was set in San Francisco.

In what year was the show set?

The show was set in 1987.

Who created the show?

Hooperman was created by Steven Bochco and Terry Louise Fisher.

Was Hooperman a comedy or a drama?

Hooperman was a dramedy, meaning it had elements of both drama and comedy.

What was Hooperman's occupation before becoming a police inspector?

Before becoming a police inspector, Hooperman was a building superintendent.

Who composed the theme song for Hooperman?

The theme song for Hooperman was composed by Mike Post.

Was Hooperman a popular show during its initial run?

Yes, Hooperman was a moderately popular show during its initial run.

How many episodes of Hooperman were produced?

A total of 42 episodes of Hooperman were produced.

Did Hooperman win any major awards during its run?

Hooperman was nominated for several major awards, including three Primetime Emmy Awards, but did not win any.

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