Jake and the Fatman

Jake and the Fatman (1987-1992)

EndedScripted showDrama, Crime

Veteran district attorney J.L. "Fatman" McCabe solves cases with the help of his easygoing private investigator partner Jake Styles.

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Scheduleevery Wednesday at 12:00 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S05E22Beautiful Dreamer (a.k.a. Mickey Daytona)mai 6, 1992
S05E21Nightmareavr. 22, 1992
S05E20Ain't Misbehavin'avr. 8, 1992
S05E19All Through the Nightavr. 1, 1992
S05E18I Can't Believe I'm Losing Youmars 25, 1992
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

What was the name of the actor who played Jake in 'Jake and the Fatman'?

William Conrad played the role of Jake in 'Jake and the Fatman'.

What was the first name of the character played by Joe Penny in 'Jake and the Fatman'?

Joe Penny played the character of J.L. "Fatman" McCabe in 'Jake and the Fatman'.

In which city was 'Jake and the Fatman' set?

'Jake and the Fatman' was set in Los Angeles.

What was the profession of Jake in 'Jake and the Fatman'?

Jake was a district attorney in 'Jake and the Fatman'.

What was the profession of J.L. "Fatman" McCabe in 'Jake and the Fatman'?

J.L. "Fatman" McCabe was a detective in 'Jake and the Fatman'.

In which year did 'Jake and the Fatman' end?

'Jake and the Fatman' ended in 1992.

What was the name of the first episode of 'Jake and the Fatman'?

The first episode of 'Jake and the Fatman' was titled 'Sometimes You Can't Help Getting Involved'.

Who created the TV show 'Jake and the Fatman'?

'Jake and the Fatman' was created by Dean Hargrove.

What was the occupation of Jason Lochinvar "Loch" Hayes in 'Jake and the Fatman'?

Jason Lochinvar "Loch" Hayes was a private investigator in 'Jake and the Fatman'.

What was the title of the first season finale of 'Jake and the Fatman'?

The first season finale of 'Jake and the Fatman' was titled 'It Ain't Necessarily So, Uncle Harry'.

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Also known as

  • Jake a Tlsťoch (Czech Republic)
  • La loi est la loi (France)
  • Jake & McCabe (Germany)
  • Gliniarz i prokurator (Poland)
  • Jake și Grăsanul (Romania)
  • Джейк и Толстяк (Russian Federation)
  • Rättvisans Män (Sweden)

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