Mike Connors played an unnamed police undercover Agent who infiltrated organized crime to expose the leaders and their plots. His name changed with each episode in order to protect him. ...
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Title: Tightrope (1959–1960)
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Mike Connors played an unnamed police undercover Agent who infiltrated organized crime to expose the leaders and their plots. His name changed with each episode in order to protect him. Originally, he was to be named Nick Stone, but eventually, he was occasionally called "Nick". Written by J.E. McKillop <jmckillo@notes.cc.bellcore.com>
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8 September 1959 (USA) See more »Also Known As:
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A fine if formulaic series. The star's escape as the police closed in was the high point of suspense. He also wore his .38 in a distinctive position - behind his back. If "Tightrope" were to be issued on DVD I would buy it in an instant.