Spenser: For Hire
“A lot of people think I like to get even. They're dead right.”
Series Overview
Mystery and suspense series based on Robert Parker's "Spenser" novels. Spenser, a private investigator living in Boston, gets involved in a new murder mystery each episode.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.
3 Seasons • 65 Episodes
48 min per episode
1985 – 1988
Premiered: Fri, Sep 20, 1985
Latest Aired Episode
Season 3, Episode 21: “Haunting”
Spenser investigates an old child kidnapping case when he tries to track down a teenage girl's biological parents.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Tonight on Spenser for Hire!
Type: Trailer • Published 2015-05-12
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Robert B. Parker, John Wilder
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What is Spenser: For Hire about?
Mystery and suspense series based on Robert Parker's "Spenser" novels. Spenser, a private investigator living in Boston, gets involved in a new murder mystery each episode.
How many seasons does Spenser: For Hire have?
Spenser: For Hire comprises 3 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in Spenser: For Hire?
Key cast members in Spenser: For Hire include Robert Urich, Avery Brooks, Barbara Stock, Ron McLarty.
Who created or directed Spenser: For Hire?
Spenser: For Hire was developed and directed by Robert B. Parker, John Wilder.