Shell Game (1987– )

On the run after a failed con, Dinah finds her ex-husband Riley gone straight with a new identity, producing a consumer affairs show. Against his will, Riley is drawn into conning the bad ... See full summary »

Stars:

Margot Kidder, James Read, Marg Helgenberger

Cast

Complete series cast summary:
Margot Kidder	...	Dinah (6 episodes, 1987)
James Read	...	John Reid (6 episodes, 1987)
Marg Helgenberger	...	Natalie Thayer (6 episodes, 1987)
Rod McCary	...	Bill Bower (6 episodes, 1987)
Chip Zien	...	Bert Luna (6 episodes, 1987)
Fred McCarren	...	Vince Vanneman (5 episodes, 1987)

Storyline

On the run after a failed con, Dinah finds her ex-husband Riley gone straight with a new identity, producing a consumer affairs show. Against his will, Riley is drawn into conning the bad guys for the good of society, something Dinah hopes will reunite them.

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Plot Keywords:

investigative reporter | con artist | ex husband ex wife relationship

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Genres:

Comedy | Drama

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Details

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

8 January 1987 (USA)

Filming Locations:

Union Station - 800 N. Alameda Street, Downtown, Los Angeles, California, USA

Company Credits

Technical Specs

Runtime:

60 min

Sound Mix:

Stereo

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.33 : 1

Did You Know?

Trivia

Previously known as Riley and Dinah, the two main characters now use aliases derived from pop culture. "John Reid" was the true identity of the Lone Ranger, while "Jennie Jerome" was the maiden name of Winston Churchill's mother.

User Reviews

witty show, never given a chance

"Shell Game" had a witty premise, charm, and fine chemistry between the lead actors. James Read showed a comedic skill here that he's had no real chance exhibit elsewhere. The network treated "Shell Game" as expendable, scheduled it opposite a top ten hit, and didn't give it a chance to build a following. A shame.