Dog and Cat
Dog and Cat is an American television series that aired on ABC on Saturday night at 10:00 p.m Eastern time in 1977. Lou Antonio played Sgt. Jack Ramsey, an undercover detective with the Los Angeles Police Department, who found himself teamed with a very green partner named J.Z. Kane. Together they formed a relationship based on friendship and trust that led to them capturing many of L.A.'s criminals. Lieutenant Arthur Kipling was their boss. "Dog and Cat" is a slang term used by police officers to denote a male-female partnership. The show is especially remembered for the car that Kim Basinger used in the series: a souped-up Volkswagen Beetle with a Porsche engine.
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Plot Summary
Detective Jack Armstrong and his partner, Detective Mike Donovan, are tasked with solving a series of seemingly unrelated crimes. Their investigation uncovers a deeper conspiracy involving a ruthless organized crime syndicate. The duo must navigate dangerous situations and outwit cunning criminals to bring the perpetrators to justice.
Critical Reception
Dog and Cat was a short-lived television series that garnered moderate attention during its initial broadcast. While it aimed for gritty realism and compelling detective work, it often struggled to stand out in a crowded genre. Critical reviews were mixed, with some praising the performances and action sequences, while others found the plot predictable and the characters underdeveloped.
What Reviewers Say
- Appreciated for its early-70s crime drama vibe.
- Some viewers found the chemistry between the leads engaging.
- Often cited as a precursor to later, more successful police procedurals.
Google audience: Audience reception for Dog and Cat is difficult to gauge due to its limited run and age. It is generally remembered as a competent, but not groundbreaking, crime drama from its era.
Fun Fact
The show was originally intended as a pilot for a potential series but only aired a few episodes before being canceled.
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