
Big Shamus, Little Shamus
Series Overview
Big Shamus, Little Shamus is an American detective drama series that aired on CBS from September 29, 1979 to October 6, 1979. The Series focused on Arnie Sutter, the veteran house detective at The Ansonia Hotel in Atlantic City, New Jersey, and his thirteen-year-old son Max, who solved crimes at the hotel casino relating to legalized gambling.
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1 Season • 10 Episodes
60 min per episode
1979 – 1979
Premiered: Sat, Sep 29, 1979
Latest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 9: “The Fanatics”
Stephanie, Jingles and Max accidentally become hostages when two fanatics plan to kill a civil rights leader who is staying at the hotel.
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Cast & Creators
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Tracy Hotchner
Sam Rolfe
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Sam Rolfe
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What is Big Shamus, Little Shamus about?
Big Shamus, Little Shamus is an American detective drama series that aired on CBS from September 29, 1979 to October 6, 1979. The Series focused on Arnie Sutter, the veteran house detective at The Ansonia Hotel in Atlantic City, New Jersey, and his thirteen-year-old son Max, who solved crimes at the hotel casino relating to legalized gambling.
How many seasons does Big Shamus, Little Shamus have?
Big Shamus, Little Shamus comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in Big Shamus, Little Shamus?
Key cast members in Big Shamus, Little Shamus include Brian Dennehy, Doug McKeon, Cynthia Sikes, George Wyner, Kathryn Leigh Scott.
Who created or directed Big Shamus, Little Shamus?
Big Shamus, Little Shamus was developed and directed by Tracy Hotchner.



















