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The Rockford Files

The Rockford Files

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Overview

Cranky but likable L.A. PI Jim Rockford pulls no punches (but takes plenty of them). An ex-con sent to the slammer for a crime he didn't commit, Rockford takes on cases others don't want, aided by his tough old man, his lawyer girlfriend and some shady associates from his past.

NetworksNBC

Top Cast

James Garner

James Garner

Jim Rockford

Noah Beery Jr.

Noah Beery Jr.

Joseph "Rocky" Rockford

Themes & Keywords

private investigatorlos angeles, californiaprivate detectiveex-con

About The Rockford Files

The Rockford Files is a crime, drama, mystery series that first aired in 1974 exploring themes of private investigator, los angeles, california, private detective, ex-con. it stars James Garner, Noah Beery Jr.. Cranky but likable L.A. PI Jim Rockford pulls no punches (but takes plenty of them). An ex-con sent to the slammer for a crime he didn't commit, Rockford takes on cases others don't want, aided by his tough old man, his lawyer girlfriend and some shady associates from his past.

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