Mom P.I.
Mom P.I. is a 1990-92 Canadian television comedy-drama series starring Rosemary Dunsmore, Stuart Margolin, Emily Perkins, and Shane Meier. Dunsmore plays eternal optimist Sally Sullivan, a recently widowed mother of two supporting her family as a waitress in a working-class diner, who talks her way into a job as assistant to grumpy, cynical private eye Bernie Fox, played by The Rockford Files' Margolin. Head writer for the show was Chris Haddock, who later created the much grittier Da Vinci's Inquest and Intelligence, also for the CBC.
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Plot Summary
A divorced former police dispatcher, Martha "Mom" Murphy, decides to become a private investigator to help her daughter and son-in-law. She uses her dispatcher skills to solve crimes, often facing quirky characters and humorous situations.
Critical Reception
Mom P.I. received mixed reviews, with some critics appreciating its lighthearted comedic approach and Conchata Ferrell's performance, while others found the plot predictable and the humor occasionally falling flat. It was generally seen as a made-for-television movie with a straightforward premise.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its unique premise of a "mom" turned detective.
- Conchata Ferrell's performance was often highlighted as a strong point.
- Criticized for a formulaic plot and uneven comedic execution.
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Fun Fact
The film was produced as a made-for-television movie, airing on CBS as part of their movie presentations.
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