McMillan & Wife
Overview
McMillan & Wife blends charm and crime-solving in a delightful American police procedural that captivated audiences on NBC from 1971 to 1977. Featuring Rock Hudson and Susan Saint James as the titular couple, the show debuted with 90-minute episodes as part of the NBC Mystery Movie anthology, sharing the spotlight with Columbo and McCloud. Originally broadcast on Wednesdays, it shifted to Sundays in its second season, where it remained until the finale. Notably, it was the first show specifically crafted for the Mystery Movie series, setting the stage for its unique blend of humor and mystery.
Episodes
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1
Murder by the Barrel
During the chaos of moving day, Sally stumbles upon a lifeless body hidden inside a barrel. Eager to inform Mac about her shocking find, she rushes of...
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2
The Easy Sunday Murder Case
Title: The Sunday Puzzle Mystery Plot: Following a leisurely morning spent solving crosswords, a woman finds herself in a nightmare when her husband ...
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3
Husbands, Wives, and Killers
Title: Spouses, Secrets, and Suspicion Plot: At a lavish masked gala, Mac and Sally find themselves captivated by a priceless necklace on display. As...
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4
Death Is a Seven Point Favorite
A mysterious note in a football begins a case.
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5
The Face of Murder
Title: The Face of Murder Plot: Sally finds herself in grave danger when a cunning jewel thief targets her to eliminate anyone who might testify agai...
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6
'Til Death Do Us Part
Sally and Mac find themselves trapped inside their house, cornered by a ruthless murderer.
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7
An Elementary Case of Murder
An old flame enters the picture.
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Night of the Wizard
Title: The Sorcerer's Twilight Plot: A man meets his end at the hands of his wife, yet his story doesn't conclude there. His restless spirit lingers,...
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2
Blues for Sally M
A composer finds himself in a tough spot, and for some reason, Sally has a link to his situation.
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3
Cop of the Year
Following his recognition as Cop of the Year, Sgt. Enright finds himself embroiled in a shocking scandal when he's accused of murdering his former wif...
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4
Terror Times Two
Title: Double Trouble Plot: The mob kidnaps Mac and swaps him with a surgically-modified doppelgänger, aiming to eliminate a whistleblower housed in...
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5
No Hearts, No Flowers
Sally finds herself targeted by a dangerous individual, and a psychiatrist steps in to offer help.
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6
The Fine Art of Staying Alive
Sally is abducted from an art museum, with the kidnappers demanding a valuable painting that belongs to Spain, which they refuse to give up. The only ...
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7
Two Dollars on Trouble to Win
Mysterious incidents involving a thoroughbred horse lead to suspicions that its owner, an old family friend of Sally's, may be under threat of murder.
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Death of a Monster...Birth of a Legend
The adventure takes the group to Scotland, where they meet the laird and explore the picturesque loch, setting the stage for an exciting new challenge...
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2
The Devil, You Say
Mildred believes she has seen a murder take place, while Sally gets an unusual package in the mail containing footage of a satanic ritual. As more gif...
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3
Free Fall to Terror
An investigation into a suicide uncovers that the executive was in the midst of negotiating a merger.
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4
The Man Without a Face
Title: The Faceless Stranger Plot: Mac receives an urgent call from a fellow military intelligence officer, who seeks his help. However, the situatio...
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5
Reunion in Terror
Mac's former football team is facing a grim fate as its members are systematically picked off one after another.
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6
Cross & Double Cross
Mac takes the place of Claudio Manton, a gangster who looks just like him, in an effort to track down gold that has been stolen and shipped from Franc...
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Downshift to Danger
Title: Shift into Peril Plot: The coveted reward of the 20th Annual Golden State Rally in Monterey is a vintage car collection left behind by a decea...
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2
The Game of Survival
A hot-headed tennis star finds himself under suspicion for the murder of a newspaper tycoon who had pushed for his suspension.
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3
Buried Alive
A former intelligence associate from World War II, who was presumed dead, unexpectedly resurfaces, only to be killed shortly after his return.
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4
Guilt by Association
While serving on a sequestered jury, Mildred finds herself confronted by an unexpected assailant. The tension escalates further when another juror is ...
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5
Night Train to L.A.
Mac travels down south to attend a police convention on a train packed with officers, Mildred, and the writer of Cops and Other Crooks. However, the j...
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6
Love, Honor and Swindle
Mac discovers that his sister is set to marry a con artist who has plans to swindle a mining company.
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Deadly Inheritance
Title: Fatal Legacy Plot: During the celebration of Andy Kenesaw's 90th birthday, a mysterious assassination attempt disrupts the festivities right b...
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2
Requiem for a Bride
Title: A Bride's Final Farewell Plot: Commissioner McMillan attends a long-time friend's wedding, reveling in the festivities. However, the joyous oc...
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3
Aftershock
When Sally contemplates putting the McMillans' home on the market, an unexpected surge of interest in the property arises. However, the situation take...
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4
Secrets for Sale
As the city faces a financial crisis amidst election season, politicians find themselves caught in blackmail schemes. Meanwhile, Sgt. Enright decides ...
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5
The Deadly Cure
Title: The Lethal Remedy Plot: After sustaining injuries during a botched drug operation, Mac finds himself in the hospital for treatment. While reco...
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6
Greed
Mildred and Agatha find themselves named in a will, but as the heirs begin to meet untimely ends, Agatha becomes the next in line for the inheritance....
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7
Point of Law
Title: Legal Crossroads Plot: A naval lieutenant, accused of murder and standing trial in a court-martial, finds himself represented by Commander McM...
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1
All Bets Off
Mac is on a mission to recover a stolen set of diamonds that were taken from his girlfriend in Las Vegas.
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2
Dark Sunrise
While Mac is off enjoying a fishing trip, his home is destroyed in an explosion set off by an assassin. Believed to be dead, he takes it upon himself ...
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3
Philip's Game
Up against a hit man who announces himself.
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4
Coffee, Tea, or Cyanide?
During a flight, Mac finds himself in a terrifying situation as he observes passengers mysteriously succumbing to death. With each passing moment, the...
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5
Affair of the Heart
The Deputy D.A. believes the evidence is straightforward, but Mac isn't so sure.
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6
Have You Heard About Vanessa?
Following the tragic suicide of a model, Mac delves into her isolated existence to uncover the truth behind her struggles.
