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Much like his trusty Pontiac Firebird, The Rockford Files was a particularly well-oiled machine by the third year. Everything was clicking into place, from the writing to the acting (writer/producer David Chase went on to create The Sopranos). Despite a terrific supporting cast, James Garner was always the main draw, and he received an Emmy for the series during year three (1976-1977). Considering that the show was carefully pitched between drama and comedy, it was well deserved as Garner excelled at both. Notable episodes include "Feeding Frenzy," in which Rockford returns stolen loot for a client; "Drought at Indian Head River," in which informant Angel (Stuart Margolin) reinvents himself as a real estate developer; and "Rattler's Class of '63," in which Angel ties the knot. Among the guest stars are such hip cats as Blazing Saddles's Cleavon Little ("Sticks and Stones May Break Your Bones...") and Cool Hand Luke's Strother Martin ("The Trees, the Bees, and T.T. Flowers"). Ned Beatty also drops by as a buddy from Korea ("Return to the 38th Parallel"), while R&B legend Isaac Hayes returns as prison pal Gandy Fitch ("Just Another Polish Wedding").
As usual, there are plenty of good lines, like Robert Loggia's "I expect him to tell me the truth. If he doesn't, he's gonna end up in the flower business--as a soil additive" ("Drought at Indian Head River") and Garner's "Stop batting your eyes like that or you're gonna get a muscle spasm" ("Return to the 38th Parallel"). The best part about season three is simply that it adds depth to Rockford's relationships with the four people most important to him: Angel, dad Rocky (Noah Beery Jr.), detective Becker (Joe Santos), and attorney Beth (Gretchen Corbett). The only extra feature is "Quickie Nirvana," an episode from the fourth season. --Kathleen C. Fennessy
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All 22 episodes from the third season of the US television detective drama series, starring James Garner as Jim Rockford, the laid-back ex-con turned private investigator. Episodes are: 'The Fourth Man', 'The Oracle Wore a Cashmere Suit', 'The Family Hour', 'Feeding Frenzy', 'Drought at Indianhead River', 'Coulter City Wildcat', 'So Help Me God', 'Rattlers' Class of 63', 'Return to the 38th Parallel', 'Piece Work', 'The Trouble with Warren', 'There's One in Every Port', 'Sticks and Stones May Break Your Bones, But Waterbury Will Bury You', 'The Trees, the Bees and TT Flowers (Part 1)', 'The Trees, the Bees and TT Flowers (Part 2)', 'The Becker Connection', 'Just Another Polish Wedding', 'New Life, Old Dragons', 'To Protect and Serve (Part 1)', 'To Protect and Serve (Part 2)', 'Crack Back' and 'Dirty Money, Black Light'.
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31 of 33 people found the following review helpful
By Wayne Klein
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During the second season of "The Rockford Files" the ratings slumped a bit--fans hated seeing Rockford turned into a chump by the clients he often represented which is too bad because they missed a great season. The third season finds Jim in the driver's seat driving the stories and the ratings improved allowing the show to continue on for a nice long run. Featuring a parade of great guest stars including Sharon Gless, character actor Robert Walden as a psychic working on a case Jim had and top notch writing by Juanita Bartlett and David Chase (who would go on the create "The Sorpranos"), the third season looks extremely good with minimal dirt, debris and the uncut episodes. As usual the terrific supporting including Joe Santos, the lovely Gretchen Corbett, Stuart Margolin and Noah Berry Jr. provide color and humor.
The only extra we get here is "Quickie Nirvana" an episode from the fourth season (written by David Chase) and while I don't mind having a preview of succeeding great seasons (and "Quickie Nirvana" is an extremely good episode), I'd rather see Universal include some interviews with some of the cast including Gretchen Corbett as Beth(am I the only kid who was in love with her when she was on the show? The show had a gaping hole when she left)who stepped in often as Jim's attorney.
Either way this is a top notch season and well worth getting.
The only extra we get here is "Quickie Nirvana" an episode from the fourth season (written by David Chase) and while I don't mind having a preview of succeeding great seasons (and "Quickie Nirvana" is an extremely good episode), I'd rather see Universal include some interviews with some of the cast including Gretchen Corbett as Beth(am I the only kid who was in love with her when she was on the show? The show had a gaping hole when she left)who stepped in often as Jim's attorney.
Either way this is a top notch season and well worth getting.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Another instalment of the easy watching crime busting Rockford driving round 70's California in the sun in his Firebird. If you like the other Rockford Files this series will not disappoint, good to see original storylines, chases and Rockford in and out of the police station. Worthwhile if you enjoy American, 70's TV shows.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
By KEGLERETTE
Anything with James Garner is worth watching. He is just so good! This series had a great cast. I highly recommend this series for everyone!
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The Rockford Files DVD
'We have always enjoyed 'The Rockford Files' on TV but have not viewed this DVD yet, So cannot comment on the content of it.
Published 1 month ago by L. M. Ingle
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scratched
This doesn't reflect the series but one of my discs was scratched I'm afraid, So really disappointed in the product
Published 2 months ago by M. smith
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Seventies Easy Viewing
James Garner is the show; he is Rockford. Good scripts and easy repartee from all concerned. Recommended to all those who loved those 70's cop and P.I. shows.
Published 5 months ago by d j webb
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SUPERB!!!!!
james garner was brilliant at playing the private detective and i am glad that these are available to buy. SUPERB!!!!
Published 9 months ago by Julian Marsh
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Why no listing of how many minutes?
As it doesnt always state how many episodes in the package why do you not list how many minutes long the collection is thus enabling us to know at a glance
Published 10 months ago by thehappycyclist
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Lightweight entertainment
These episodes are enjoyable to watch, with little need for concentration or effort to understand the plots. A good way to relax.
Published 12 months ago by APD
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Rockford files season3
The series is as fresh as ever. Great scripts, brilliant car chases and Jim Rockford getting out of scrapes aided by his Father and his cop friend, Dennis. Worth the watch. Read more
Published 16 months ago by Joy
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Jimbo
Great series even now will buy the complete set.
lots of good storys stunts and car chases and scams.
First series started 1974/5.
lots of good storys stunts and car chases and scams.
First series started 1974/5.
Published on 1 Jun 2010 by Jazz Man
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