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240-Robert
ABC
1979-1981
First Broadcast: August 28, 1979
Last Broadcast: March 21, 1981
“240-Robert” is a specialized Emergency Services Detail of the LA County Sheriff’s Department. This short-lived show chronicled their missions, based on real-life cases, to save people from dangerous situations.
Pamela Hensley in 240-Robert 1979 Historic TV Old Photo 3
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240-Robert Cast
The show originally starred Mark Harmon, Joanna Cassidy, and John Bennett Perry (father of Matthew Perry). Pamela Hensley and Stephan Burns were added to the cast in the 3 episodes of season 2.
| Actor | Character |
|---|---|
| Mark Harmon | Deputy Dwayne ‘Thib’ Thibideaux |
| Joanna Cassidy | Deputy Morgan Wainwright |
| John Bennett Perry | Deputy Theodore Roosevelt ‘Trap’ Applegate III |
| Peter J. Pitchess | Sheriff |
| Lew Saunders | Deputy C.B. |
| Steve Tannen | Kestenbaum |
Theme Song & Opening Credits
The 240-Robert theme song was composed by Pete Carpenter and Mike Post.
Episodes
There were 2 seasons and 16 episodes of 240-Robert. Check out the 240-Robert episode guide.
Quotes
There are no quotes for this show yet.
Trivia
- “240-Robert” is the call sign for rescue and paramedic teams for the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department.
- Rick Rosner, the show’s creator, also created CHiPs. He was a LASD reserve deputy.
- The vehicles used on the show were 1979 Ford Broncos. The helicopter was a Hughes HA-500C.
- The episodes of the show were based on real cases the ESD encountered.
- In the helicopter flight sequences, stunt pilot Chuck Tamburro wore a wig to look like a female pilot.
- The second season of the show started mid-season and only lasted 3 episodes due to the writer’s strike and poor ratings.
- Mark Harmon and Joanna Cassidy had 1-year contracts. As a result, they left the show after the first season.
Websites
240-Robert.com ( Fan Site) – Fan site dedicated to the short-lived rescue show.
Merchandise
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