Episode 29 of the Cosy Crime Classics Podcast sees us check back in with Jim Rockford who has a woman in his sights, as we take a look at In Pursuit of Carol Thorne, from Season 1 of The Rockford Files. In this episode, Gerry and Iain discuss attention to detail.
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Hired to track down Carol Thorne (Lynnette Mettey), Jim Rockford takes the opportunity to mix business with pleasure until his quarry reveals that he’s been misled and is in fact pursuing her on behalf of the notorious Miles Keeley (Robert Symonds). With sidekick Nate Spinella (Bill Fletcher) on board, the group embark on an unlikely road trip to find the reclusive Cliff Hoad (Jim Antonio) who they believe will be able to lead them to a large sum of cash.
This episode was directed by Charles S. Dubin. The teleplay was written by co-creator Stephen J. Cannell from a story by Roy Huggins (credited as John Thomas James).
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In Pursuit of Carol Thorne was released in 1974. It is 50 minutes long and originally aired on NBC. Episodes are available on DVD and to purchase on streaming services in some territories.
