The Law and Mr. Jones

The Law and Mr. Jones

1960 · 2 seasons · 45 eps · ★ 6.4 · Mystery, Crime, Drama

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The Law and Mr. Jones is a 45-episode half-hour television crime drama starring James Whitmore. The series aired on ABC in two nonconsecutive seasons from October 7, 1960, to September 22, 1961, and again from April 19 to July 5, 1962. The program was created and produced by Sy Gomberg, and was set in New York City.

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