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MacGyver

  • TV Series
  • 1985–19921985–1992
  • TV-PGTV-PG
  • 48min
IMDb RATING
7.7/10
37K
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Richard Dean Anderson in MacGyver (1985)
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The adventures of a secret Agent armed with almost infinite scientific resourcefulness.The adventures of a secret Agent armed with almost infinite scientific resourcefulness.The adventures of a secret Agent armed with almost infinite scientific resourcefulness.

IMDb RATING
7.7/10
37K
YOUR RATING
POPULARITY
796
48
  • Creator
    • Lee David Zlotoff
  • Stars
    • Richard Dean Anderson
    • Dana Elcar
    • Bruce McGill
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  • Creator
    • Lee David Zlotoff
  • Stars
    • Richard Dean Anderson
    • Dana Elcar
    • Bruce McGill
  • See production, box office & company info
    • 95User reviews
    • 31Critic reviews
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    • Nominated for 4 Primetime Emmys
      • 7 wins & 8 nominations total

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    Richard Dean Anderson and Steve Park in MacGyver (1985)
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    Richard Dean Anderson
    Richard Dean Anderson
    • MacGyveras MacGyver
    139 episodes139 eps • 1985–1992
    Dana Elcar
    Dana Elcar
    • Pete Thorntonas Pete Thornton…
    126 episodes126 eps • 1985–1992
    Bruce McGill
    Bruce McGill
    • Jack Daltonas Jack Dalton…
    18 episodes18 eps • 1986–1992
    Robin Mossley
    Robin Mossley
    • Wiltas Wilt…
    8 episodes8 eps • 1987–1990
    Elyssa Davalos
    Elyssa Davalos
    • Nikki Carpenteras Nikki Carpenter…
    8 episodes8 eps • 1987–1988
    Michael Des Barres
    Michael Des Barres
    • Murdocas Murdoc
    8 episodes8 eps • 1987–1991
    Susan Chapple
    • Helen Wilsonas Helen Wilson…
    7 episodes7 eps • 1988–1991
    Teri Hatcher
    Teri Hatcher
    • Penny Parkeras Penny Parker
    6 episodes6 eps • 1986–1990
    Kevin Hayes
    • Newscasteras Newscaster…
    6 episodes6 eps • 1989–1991
    John Anderson
    John Anderson
    • Harry Jacksonas Harry Jackson
    5 episodes5 eps • 1985–1990
    Dale Wilson
    Dale Wilson
    • Colin Yardrowas Colin Yardrow…
    5 episodes5 eps • 1987–1990
    Bruce Harwood
    Bruce Harwood
    • Willisas Willis…
    5 episodes5 eps • 1987–1991
    Jackson Davies
    • Captain Mike Kileyas Captain Mike Kiley…
    5 episodes5 eps • 1988–1990
    Claire Vardiel
    Claire Vardiel
    • Euniceas Eunice…
    5 episodes5 eps • 1988–1990
    Kai Wulff
    Kai Wulff
    • Hans Visseras Hans Visser…
    4 episodes4 eps • 1986–1991
    Cuba Gooding Jr.
    Cuba Gooding Jr.
    • Billy Coltonas Billy Colton…
    4 episodes4 eps • 1989–1991
    Robert Donner
    Robert Donner
    • Milt Bozeras Milt Bozer…
    4 episodes4 eps • 1987–1990
    James Hong
    James Hong
    • Chuas Chu…
    4 episodes4 eps • 1986–1991
    • Creator
      • Lee David Zlotoff
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    Storyline

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    Macgyver is a secret agent with a difference. He is quiet, mild mannered, deeply principled and refuses to carry a gun on his missions. Fortunately, the last detail is unimportant when compared to his astounding mind. Drawing on a vast practical knowledge of science, Macgyver is able to make use of any mundane materials around him to create unorthodox solutions to any problem he faces. The enemies of world peace and justice continually learn that underestimating this man is a fatal mistake for their plans. —Kenneth Chisholm (kchishol@rogers.com)
    secret agentscienceproblem solvingmulletcrime fighter68 more
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      • His mind is the ultimate weapon.
    • Genres
      • Action
      • Adventure
      • Crime
      • Drama
    • Certificate
      • TV-PG
    • Parents guide

    Did you know

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    • Trivia
      The "MacGyverisims" shown in the series are all based on scientific fact, but not all of the steps needed to create the experiment were shown. This was done to prevent children who were watching the show from duplicating the experiments themselves and possibly getting injured.
    • Quotes

      MacGyver: If I had some duct tape, I could fix that.

    • Connections
      Featured in Envoyé spécial: Terre brûlée / Silence on Double / Premier Combat (1991)

    User reviews95

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    Top review
    Good old action series.
    All of us at one time or another have enjoyed "MacGyver". The series always had the most drama and excitement around. Richard Dean Anderson played this role to perfection. I recently watched two episodes one in which Teri Hatcher in rescued in the old west. I watched an episode in which Kim Zimmer is held hostage only to be rescued by MacGyver. Catch the reruns on WGN.
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    • Jun 7, 2001

    FAQ1

    • In season 7 episode 5, there is a very smart bulldog throughout. Who was he, where did he come from,...?

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    • Release date
      • September 29, 1985 (United States)
    • Countries of origin
      • Canada
      • United States
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • 百戰天龍
    • Filming locations
      • 317 Ocean Front Walk, Venice, California, USA
    • Production companies
      • Henry Winkler/John Rich Productions
      • Paramount Television
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    Technical specs

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    • Runtime
      • 48min
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Mono
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.33 : 1

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