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7.0 / 10(2 votes)IMDbFirst Aired: 19791 Season

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.

Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.

EndedScripted
Original Network
CBS
Episodes & Seasons

1 Season • 10 Episodes

60 min per episode

Air Date Window

1979 – 1979

Premiered: Sat, Sep 29, 1979

Created By
Tracy Hotchner

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Tue, Dec 4, 1979

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.

Seasons & Episodes Breakdown

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Tracy Hotchner

Producers

Sam Rolfe

Department Leadership Roster

Sam Rolfe

Producer

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Frequently Asked Questions About Big Shamus, Little Shamus

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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.