Sonny Spoon

Sonny Spoon (1988)

EndedScripted showComedy, Crime

The story of an unorthodox but savvy detective who solves cases in highly original ways.

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Scheduleevery Friday (60 min)

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S02E08Diamonds Aren't Foreverdéc. 16, 1988
S02E07Deuces Wilddéc. 9, 1988
S02E06Ratman Candéc. 2, 1988
S02E05Papa Rozzinov. 4, 1988
S02E04Blind Justiceoct. 28, 1988
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Sonny Spoon premiere?

Sonny Spoon premiered on February 25, 1988.

Who played the titular character Sonny Spoon?

Mario Van Peebles played the titular character Sonny Spoon.

What was Sonny Spoon's occupation?

Sonny Spoon was a private investigator.

Who was Sonny Spoon's love interest on the show?

Sara Anderson, played by Barbara Williams, was Sonny Spoon's love interest on the show.

Who was the creator of Sonny Spoon?

Michael Daly was the creator of Sonny Spoon.

What was the genre of Sonny Spoon?

Sonny Spoon was a crime comedy-drama.

Who played Sonny Spoon's sidekick?

Robert Trebor played Sonny Spoon's sidekick, Las Vegas cab driver Mitch.

In what city was Sonny Spoon set?

Sonny Spoon was set in Las Vegas.

What was the name of Sonny Spoon's assistant on the show?

Rita, played by Shari Belafonte, was Sonny Spoon's assistant on the show.

How many episodes were produced for Sonny Spoon?

13 episodes of Sonny Spoon were produced.

What was the main plot point of Sonny Spoon?

Sonny Spoon was about a private detective who used his charm and wits to solve crimes in Las Vegas.

Was Sonny Spoon a critical success?

No, Sonny Spoon was not a critical success and was cancelled after one season.

Did Sonny Spoon receive any award nominations during its run?

No, Sonny Spoon did not receive any award nominations during its run.

Did any notable guest stars appear on Sonny Spoon?

Yes, notable guest stars on Sonny Spoon included Michael Madsen, Clifton James, and Olivia Brown.

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