Burke's Law

1994·Show
27Episodes in2Seasons·TV-PG
66
GoodGoodWatch score

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Burke's Law fingerprint

Strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Tension6
  • Fast Pace6
  • Adrenaline5

Heart

Emotionally reserved

Much of it is about family.

  • Family Dynamics7
  • Nostalgia6
  • Hopefulness5

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay6
  • Situational Comedy3
  • Physical Comedy1

World

Crime, everyday modern life, and mystery

  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Intrigue8
  • Acting7
  • Narrative Structure7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchBinge-FriendlyComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

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About

Burke's Law, a revival of the 1960s cop television series of the same name, aired on CBS from 1994 to 1995. The series centers on Amos Burke, a senior Los Angeles police officer and millionaire, and his son, Peter, who is a detective under his command.
Police ProceduralCrime DramaFather-Son DynamicDetective StoryMystery SolvingWealthy Protagonist90s TelevisionClassic RevivalUrban Crime

Actors

Crew

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Burke's Law

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Is Burke's Law worth watching?

66
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 67/100 (IMDb 6.6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Burke's Law rated?

TV-PGViolence

It's rated TV-PG in the United States. Content advisories: violence.

How many seasons does Burke's Law have?

2 seasons

It has 2 seasons with 27 episodes.

When did Burke's Law air?

It ran from 1994 to 1995 and has ended.

What language is Burke's Law in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

What tropes does Burke's Law use?

Electrified BathtubBig Fancy HouseNo Celebrities Were HarmedTechnology PornThe Un-RevealExpyDetective PatsyFalse ConfessionNot-So-Fake Prop WeaponBilled Above the TitleIdiosyncratic Episode NamingHero's Classic Carand 82 more

TV Tropes lists 94 storytelling tropes for Burke's Law, including Electrified Bathtub, Big Fancy House, No Celebrities Were Harmed.

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