Riptide
Series Overview
The cases of a private investigations agency run by two Vietnam War veterans and their computer geek friend from high school, armed with toughness, their own helicopter, and the third's technical ability.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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3 Seasons • 56 Episodes
1984 – 1986
Premiered: Tue, Jan 3, 1984
Stephen J. CannellLatest Aired Episode
Season 3, Episode 21: “Echoes”
Nick's suspicions that a man convicted of murder may have been framed lead the detectives to a remote town with its own brand of justice.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Frank Lupo, Stephen J. Cannell
Tom Blomquist, J. Rickley Dumm
Department Leadership Roster
Tom Blomquist
Producer
J. Rickley Dumm
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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What is Riptide about?
The cases of a private investigations agency run by two Vietnam War veterans and their computer geek friend from high school, armed with toughness, their own helicopter, and the third's technical ability.
How many seasons does Riptide have?
Riptide comprises 3 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in Riptide?
Key cast members in Riptide include Perry King, Joe Penny, Thom Bray.
Who created or directed Riptide?
Riptide was developed and directed by Frank Lupo, Stephen J. Cannell.