In the Heat of the Night
Series Overview
In the Heat of the Night is an American television series based on the motion picture and novel of the same name starring Carroll O'Connor as the white police chief William Gillespie, and Howard Rollins as the African-American police detective Virgil Tibbs. It was broadcast on NBC from 1988 until 1992, and then on CBS until 1995. Its executive producers were Fred Silverman, Juanita Bartlett and Carroll O'Connor. TGG Direct released the first season of the series to DVD on August 28, 2012.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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8 Seasons • 146 Episodes
60 min per episode
1988 – 1995
Premiered: Sun, Mar 6, 1988
Latest Aired Episode
Season 8, Episode 4: “Grow Old Along with Me”
Ex-cop Tom Harwood's happiness with his new bride is threatened by an old flame who sees an opportunity for blackmail.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Weekday Action Block - IN THE HEAT OF THE NIGHT
Type: Trailer • Published 2017-01-04
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
James Lee Barrett
John Ball
Carroll O'Connor, Fred Silverman
Department Leadership Roster
Carroll O'Connor
Producer
Fred Silverman
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG: Parental Guidance Suggested.
International Certification Matrix
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Frequently Asked Questions About In the Heat of the Night
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What is In the Heat of the Night about?
In the Heat of the Night is an American television series based on the motion picture and novel of the same name starring Carroll O'Connor as the white police chief William Gillespie, and Howard Rollins as the African-American police detective Virgil Tibbs. It was broadcast on NBC from 1988 until 1992, and then on CBS until 1995. Its executive producers were Fred Silverman, Juanita Bartlett and Carroll O'Connor. TGG Direct released the first season of the series to DVD on August 28, 2012.
How many seasons does In the Heat of the Night have?
In the Heat of the Night comprises 8 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in In the Heat of the Night?
Key cast members in In the Heat of the Night include Carroll O'Connor, Alan Autry, David Hart, Hugh O'Connor, Crystal R. Fox.
Who created or directed In the Heat of the Night?
In the Heat of the Night was developed and directed by James Lee Barrett.