Missing Persons
Missing Persons is a short-lived American crime drama television series, set in Chicago. It followed a fictitious missing persons unit; each episode usually following the investigation into three or more cases. It ran on ABC from August 30, 1993 to February 17, 1994. It was produced by Gary Sherman Productions in association with Stephen J. Cannell Productions, and often used local Chicago-based actors, as well as occasional big-name guest stars such as Nina Foch, Eddie Bracken and Lois Smith. Semi-regulars included Ian Gomez, Irma P. Hall, Laura Cerón and Valerie Harper. Unlike most series from Cannell's company, he did not create or co-create this series.
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Plot Summary
Missing Persons was a short-lived ABC drama series that followed the cases of a specialized police unit in Los Angeles dedicated to finding missing people. Led by Detective Kaye (Cybill Shepherd), the team tackled a variety of cases, often delving into the personal lives and secrets of both the missing individuals and their families to uncover the truth. The series aimed to blend procedural elements with emotional character-driven storylines.
Critical Reception
Missing Persons received a generally mixed to negative reception from critics. While the premise of a missing persons unit was seen as potentially compelling, the execution was often criticized for inconsistent writing and underdeveloped characters. The show struggled to find an audience and was canceled after a short run.
What Reviewers Say
- Premise had potential but lacked strong execution.
- Character development was often thin and storylines felt formulaic.
- Struggled to stand out among other crime dramas of the era.
Google audience: Audience reception for 'Missing Persons' is largely unavailable due to its short run and lack of widespread availability on streaming platforms. Any available feedback suggests viewers found the show to be a forgettable entry in the crime drama genre.
Fun Fact
The series was part of ABC's attempt to launch a Thursday night lineup of dramas in 1994, which also included shows like 'My So-Called Life' and 'New York Undercover'.
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