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GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 67 (IMDb 6.8).
Cannon
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L.A.'s biggest crime fighter!
Cannon is a CBS detective television series produced by Quinn Martin which aired from March 26, 1971 to March 3, 1976. The primary protagonist is the title character, private detective Frank Cannon, played by William Conrad. He also appeared on two episodes of Barnaby Jones.
Cannon is the first Quinn Martin-produced series to be aired on a network other than ABC. A "revival" television film, The Return of Frank Cannon, was aired on November 1, 1980. In total, there were 124 episodes.
Classic Detective ProceduralQuinn Martin ProductionWilliam Conrad PerformanceIconic Theme MusicLos Angeles Noir LightEpisodic Mystery70s TV AestheticPrivate Eye TropeComfortable Nostalgia
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Does Cannon get better after season 1?
7.5S17.6S27.8S38.0S47.9S5
Yes: season 1 has an IMDb average of 7.5, and season 4 peaks at 8.0. The highest-rated episode is Nightmare (season 5, episode 1) at 8.8, and the lowest is The Quasar Kill (season 5, episode 20) at 6.1.
Is Cannon okay for kids?
TV-PGViolence
Yes: it's rated TV-PG in the United States for violence, and the viewing guide lists it for family nights.
How long does it take to watch Cannon?
123 h
About 123 hours: 123 episodes in 5 seasons of about 60 minutes each, aired from 1971 to 1976.
Can I half-watch Cannon?
Easy watchDemanding
Yes: it's easy to follow, with complexity at only 5 of 10, and the viewing guide calls it good for background watching.
What tropes does Cannon use?
Pop the TiresArtistic TitleCement ShoesEven Evil Has Loved OnesDetective DramaDolled-Up InstallmentVehicular SabotageCultAlliterative TitleCut Himself ShavingClear My NameWar for Fun and Profitand 85 more
TV Tropes lists 97 tropes for it, including Pop the Tires, Artistic Title, and Cement Shoes.