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1983 · TV SERIES

Automan

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First aired
1983
Seasons
1 season
Action & AdventureSci-Fi & Fantasy
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*Automan* is an American science fiction superhero television series produced by Glen A. Larson. It aired for only 12 episodes on ABC between 1983 and 1984.

Seasons & Episodes

  1. 1.01AutomanDec 15, 1983Rate

    Walter Nebicher, an eager young police officer, is relegated to a desk job by his superior, Captain Boyd, due to his computer expertise. Frustrated, he develops a revolutionary crime-solving program that manifests as a holographic crime-fighter named Automan, who can only operate at night. The duo forms an unlikely partnership and takes on their first case when Nebicher's friend, Lt. Jack Curtis, goes missing while investigating the disappearance of several top scientists.

  2. 1.02Staying Alive While Running a High Flashdance FeverDec 22, 1983Rate

    Walter and Automan look into a judge suspected of corruption and ties to organized crime.

  3. 1.03The Great PretenderDec 29, 1983Rate

    Automan and Cursor attempt to disrupt a counterfeiting operation by posing as a wealthy criminal after a truck carrying government paper used to print money is hijacked.

  4. 1.04Ships in the NightJan 5, 1984Rate

    Walter and Auto travel to San Cristobal to look into the mysterious disappearances of American citizens. They uncover a scheme in which a man, with the help of local officials, entices investors under false pretenses before killing them and stealing their funds.

  5. 1.05Unreasonable FacsimileJan 12, 1984Rate

    Automan and Walter investigate the death of a businessman and a police helicopter crash while dealing with Automan's unusual behavior, which follows his exposure to soap operas.

  6. 1.06Flashes and AshesJan 19, 1984Rate

    Walter and his friend Auto investigate after Walter's fellow officer, Frank Cooney, is killed during a police weapons heist. Internal Affairs suspects Frank's involvement, leading to Walter's suspension when he and Auto attempt to clear his name.

  7. 1.07The Biggest Game in TownJan 26, 1984Rate

    At a computer game convention, Automan and Walter investigate Ronald Tilson, a tech prodigy who has developed a dangerous program capable of triggering deadly disasters unless his financial demands are met.

  8. 1.08Renegade RunMar 5, 1984Rate

    Walter uncovers a sheriff's exploitation of illegal immigrants for labor, leading to his and a friend's arrest. With the help of Automan and a motorcycle gang, they work to secure their release.

  9. 1.09Murder MTVMar 12, 1984Rate

    Walter and Automan look into a possible assassination attempt on the members of the all-girl band Sweet Kicks, but their progress is complicated when one of the band members' fathers turns to a criminal organization for help.

  10. 1.10Murder, Take OneMar 19, 1984Rate

    Veronica Everly, a former movie star, is suspected in the murder of gossip columnist Ray Gillette. Automan investigates and uncovers a Hollywood producer with a stronger motive, leading him to go undercover as an actor to identify the true killer.

  11. 1.11ZippersMar 26, 1984Rate

    Automan assumes a new identity to work undercover at an all-women's strip club.

  12. 1.12Death By DesignApr 2, 1984Rate

    After a brutal crime syndicate murders one of Jack's closest allies, Automan takes on the identity of a vigilante cop named Mad Dog to pursue justice.

  13. 1.13Club TenApr 9, 1984Rate

    Diamond smuggling operations are centered at the Club Ten resort, and tensions rise when Felipe betrays his gang. Ted, a golf pro and member of the gang, and his enforcer Randy capture Felipe after he refuses to reveal the location of stolen diamonds. They also seize his companion, Laura Ferguson, as she attempts to seek help.

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