Crazy like a Fox (1984)

A charming CBS comedy-drama pairing a scruffy San Francisco private eye with his perpetually flustered attorney son across two entertaining seasons.

Crazy like a Fox - Series Information

  • Original Title: Crazy like a Fox
  • First Air Year: 1984
  • Last Air Year: 1986
  • Created by: Frank Cardea, Roger Shulman et al.
  • Type: TV Series
  • Genres: Comedy, Drama
  • Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode (60 minutes)
  • Number of Seasons: 2
  • Number of Episodes: 35
  • Status: Ended
  • Original Language: English
  • Spoken Languages: English
  • Networks: CBS
  • Production Companies: Wooly Mammoth Productions, Columbia Pictures Television

Crazy like a Fox - Plot

Crazy Like a Fox is an American television series set in San Francisco, California, that aired on CBS from December 30, 1984 to May 3, 1986.

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Crazy like a Fox - Cast & Crew

Creator(s)

  • Frank Cardea
  • Roger Shulman
  • John Baskin
  • George Schenck

Main Cast

  • Jack Warden
  • John Rubinstein
  • Penny Peyser
  • Robby Kiger
  • Patricia Ayame Thomson
  • Robert Hanley
  • Teddy Wilson
  • Lydia Lei
  • George Kirby
  • Ralph Manza

Writers

  • John Baskin
  • Frank Cardea
  • George Schenck
  • Roger Shulman
  • Tom Chehak

Executive Producers

  • John Baskin
  • Frank Cardea
  • George Schenck
  • Roger Shulman

Crazy like a Fox - FAQs

Where can you stream Crazy Like a Fox?

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Who played Harry Fox in Crazy Like a Fox?

Veteran character actor Jack Warden played Harry Fox, the lovably chaotic private investigator at the heart of the series. His comedic chemistry with John Rubinstein, who portrayed Harry's strait-laced lawyer son Harrison, was widely regarded as the show's greatest strength.

What is Crazy Like a Fox about?

Crazy Like a Fox follows Harry Fox, a rumpled, unconventional private investigator in San Francisco, and his exasperated son Harrison, a polished attorney. Each episode finds Harry dragging Harrison into his unpredictable cases, blending comedy and light mystery against the city's colorful backdrop.

When did Crazy Like a Fox first air on CBS?

Crazy Like a Fox premiered on CBS on December 30, 1984, and ran until May 3, 1986. The series spanned two seasons and a total of 35 episodes, becoming a popular Saturday-night staple during its run on the network.

How many seasons does Crazy Like a Fox have?

Crazy Like a Fox ran for two seasons on CBS. Season 1 comprised 13 episodes, while Season 2 expanded to 22 episodes. A special episode is also catalogued separately. The series concluded in May 1986 after a total of 35 episodes.

Who created Crazy Like a Fox?

The series was created by Frank Cardea, Roger Shulman, John Baskin, and George Schenck, who also served as executive producers throughout its run. The four creators were deeply involved in the show's writing and overall creative direction from start to finish.

Is Crazy Like a Fox based on a true story?

No, Crazy Like a Fox is not based on a true story. It is an original fictional comedy-drama created for CBS television. The premise of a bumbling private investigator and his reluctant lawyer son was conceived entirely by the show's four creators as an entertaining, character-driven series.

Who composed the music for Crazy Like a Fox?

The music for Crazy Like a Fox was composed by Mark Snow, who would later become widely recognized for his iconic theme for The X-Files. Snow's work on the series contributed a lively, comedic tone that complemented the show's blend of humor and light detective drama.

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