Ironside

Ironside

«The chief of detectives!»

TV-PG 1967 · 8 seasons · 191 eps · ★ 6.9 · Crime, Drama, Mystery

Canceled

When an assassin's bullet confines him to a wheelchair for life ending his career as Chief of Detectives, Robert T. Ironside becomes a consultant to the police department. Detective Sergeant Ed Brown and policewoman Eve Whitfield join with him to crack varied and fascinating cases. Ex-con Mark Sanger is employed by the chief as home help but eventually becomes a fully fledged member of the team also. Officer Whitfield leaves after 4 years service, and is replaced by Officer Fran Belding.

Created by Collier Young

Network: NBC

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