Jake and the Fatman
Overview
Jake and the Fatman features William Conrad as the formidable prosecutor J. L. "Fatman" McCabe, alongside Joe Penny as the sharp-witted investigator Jake Styles. Set against the backdrop of a bustling legal landscape, this crime drama captivates audiences with its blend of suspense and camaraderie. Airing on CBS from 1987 to 1992, the show enjoyed a successful five-season run. Its popularity paved the way for the creation of the spin-off series, Diagnosis: Murder, further expanding its legacy in the realm of crime-solving entertainment.
Episodes
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1
Happy Days Are Here Again
In "Happy Days Are Here Again," Kyle Williams, a candidate for Senate, faces a devastating blow when his mistress is murdered after she threatens to e...
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2
Fatal Attraction (1)
Carson Warfield is entangled in a secret romance with his stepmother, leading them to conspire against his father, whom they murder. To cover their t...
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4
Laura
In a shocking turn of events, Jake's ex-partner is murdered by his fiancée in a dark alley. In a desperate attempt to deflect blame, she claims that...
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5
The Man That Got Away
A prosperous attorney commits murder by eliminating his ex-wife's current partner and cunningly sets her up to take the fall. After her arrest, he sei...
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6
Love for Sale
A sex worker uncovers that her handler is exploiting her to transport illegal substances. In a desperate bid for help, she reaches out to McCabe, but...
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7
Brother, Can You Spare a Dime?
David Thompson has been targeting homeless individuals, orchestrating a series of murders that lead authorities to suspect a serial killer is on the p...
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8
Body and Soul
The murder of "Mad" Marvin Michaels, proprietor of an electronics shop, sends shockwaves through the community, with ex-con Bradford Long emerging as ...
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9
The Man I Love
Glen Latimer, in a shocking turn of events, throws his wealthy bride Nancy off their boat. Fortunately, she survives and is taken to a hospital. Confl...
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10
Love Me Or Leave Me
Ed Galvin manages to break free during his transfer to prison, following a courtroom outburst where he threatened both McCabe and Andy Harmon, the off...
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11
Smoke Gets in Your Eyes
A thief murders a woman and leaves her caregiver sightless before escaping. Although the authorities apprehend him, they are forced to release him du...
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12
Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas
A deputy district attorney receives her first major murder case when a man, previously under her scrutiny for neglecting his alimony, is found dead. A...
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13
After You've Gone
While at the airport, Jake notices the assassin Sagittarius and decides to tail him. However, Sagittarius quickly realizes he's being followed, leadin...
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14
It Had to Be You
Leslie Randall, once a PR executive at McCabe, becomes a victim of sexual assault. The perpetrator, a psychiatrist, cunningly shifts the blame onto o...
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15
But Not for Me
Renowned mobster is murdered inside the apartment of prominent journalist Candace Morgan. She claims he was gunned down through the window during thei...
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16
What Is This Thing Called Love?
In a tense courtroom standoff, a man seizes control, holding hostages, including Derek and McCabe. As the situation escalates, the two must rely on t...
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17
Lady, Be Good
Just as McCabe prepares to stage his own demise so his wife can claim a $4.5 million life insurance payout, tragedy strikes when a close friend is fou...
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18
I'll Be Seeing You
A petty criminal approaches McCabe with a surprising proposal: he’s ready to provide evidence against the notorious crime lord O'Rourke, after a dec...
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19
Babyface
In a bold scheme, the affluent Amos Banning's daughter orchestrates her own abduction, intending to collect a hefty ransom. However, the plan takes a...
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20
Blues in the Night
Jennifer Wilding is taken aback when her identical twin sister reappears, eager to rekindle their former collaboration. The duo had a unique arrangeme...
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21
How Long Has This Thing Been Going On?
Jake's buddy, Matthew Hammond, finds himself entangled in a secret romance with a wealthy woman. As their relationship deepens, they plan to tie the k...
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22
I Guess I'll Have to Change My Plans
An ex-police officer turned novelist orchestrates a cunning murder with the intention of crafting a gripping story that he believes will catapult his...
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23
Rhapsody in Blue
After Ned Covington is overlooked for a promotion, he and his wife concoct a scheme to eliminate his boss, Phil Duncan. However, their plan goes awry...
