McClain's Law

Great show. Far better than Barretta and Kojak. See title.

This is not only an interesting, engaging and well written show, it also brings the viewers an important understanding of the corruption and outright perversion of the police and especially of the judiciary system that took place from the late 1960s till the 1980s.

This kind of shows with both a cultural criticism and truly moral heroes and bad guys are sadly something of the past nowadays - and they are needed like never before.

And unlike modern shows it has a moral side that we also got from the old westerns.

The camaraderie between the lead actor and his partner is trustworthy and warm.

I personally love shows like this.

It's nostalgic, atmospheric and honest in my opinion.

If anyone can recommend shows alike this I'll appreciate recommendations!

No idea why this show wasn't renewed for a second season; it was good. I first watched it merely for James Arness (huge Gunsmoke fan), but found myself genuinely enjoying it on its own merit. Several lines seemed almost prophetic. For instance, in one episode Jim McClain gave a mini-speech to his partner about how our legal system being light on crime would lead our nation down a path where criminals would rule the streets. Hard to argue he was wrong. The show also had a lot of action, several familiar faces along the way and minimal 80s cheese. I'm sad one season of this series is all we will ever have, but definitely worth checking out if you haven't already.