Riptide (1984–1986)

Three vietnam veterans (Nick Ryder, Cody Allen and Murray Bozinsky) now work as private eyes in sunny southern California. Nick and Cody are the muscles and Murray is a computer wizard of ... See full summary »

Creators:

Stephen J. Cannell, Frank Lupo

Stars:

Perry King, Joe Penny, Thom Bray

2 nominations.

Cast

Series cast summary:
Perry King	...	Cody Allen (56 episodes, 1984-1986)
Joe Penny	...	Nick Ryder (56 episodes, 1984-1986)
Thom Bray	...	Murray 'Boz' Bozinsky (56 episodes, 1984-1986)
Jack Ging	...	Lt. Ted Quinlan (28 episodes, 1984-1985)

Storyline

Three vietnam veterans (Nick Ryder, Cody Allen and Murray Bozinsky) now work as private eyes in sunny southern California. Nick and Cody are the muscles and Murray is a computer wizard of the trio and together they solve even the hardest cases.

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Plot Keywords:

vietnam veteran | detective | helicopter | private detective

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Taglines:

No Case is Too Hot to Solve!

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Genres:

Action | Thriller | Crime | Drama

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Details

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

3 January 1984 (USA)

Also Known As:

Trio mit vier Fäusten

Filming Locations:

Cabrillo Beach, San Pedro, Los Angeles, California, USA

Company Credits

Production Co:

Stephen J. Cannell Productions

Technical Specs

Runtime:

60 min 60 min (58 episodes)

Sound Mix:

Mono

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

4:3

Did You Know?

Trivia

This was one of three TV series partly influenced by the success of the theatrical movie Blue Thunder. Like Airwolf on CBS and Blue Thunder on ABC, "Riptide" initially featured prominent use of a helicopter; although whereas those other two instances portrayed super-slick hi-tech choppers, the "Riptide" helicopter ('The Screaming Mimi') was clunky and old, and had trouble just staying in the sky. Prominant featuring of the helicopter was somewhat dropped later in favor of more standard private-eye car chases and such.

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Connections

Referenced in Cash Cab: Episode #59 (2006)

User Reviews

Favorite all time TV series

I was around 13 or 14 when this series came out and it had a huge influence on me. I just loved it. It was and will always remain my favorite all time TV series. Joe Penny, Perry King and Thom Bray were just superb and I have always followed there acting careers(well Thom did not do too much acting after this series). This show had great entertainment value and there was never a dull episode. My biggest gripe was that it was only on for three seasons, but it was 3 great seasons. I am glad this show is coming out on DVD, it will really bring back some great memories for me. Who knows maybe one day a reunion show may happen(fingers crossed).