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This lighthearted series follows the adventures of two Highway Patrol officers in Los Angeles. The main characters are Jon Baker and Frank Poncherello, two motorcycle officers who spend their time on the streets enforcing the law and saving lives.
Seasons & Episodes
Season 122 episodes · premiered Sep 15, 1977
Season 223 episodes · premiered Sep 16, 1978
Season 324 episodes · premiered Sep 22, 1979
Season 421 episodes · premiered Sep 21, 1980
Season 527 episodes · premiered Oct 4, 1981
Season 622 episodes · premiered Oct 10, 1982
- 6.01Meet the New GuyOct 10, 1982Rate

Ponch and his new partner, Bobby, initially struggle to work together, but their dynamic shifts when they take on the case of an abandoned baby.
- 6.02Tight FitOct 17, 1982Rate

Ponch accidentally retrieves stolen gear from a photoshoot and is thrust into the spotlight, unexpectedly becoming a rising model.
- 6.03The Spaceman Made Me Do ItOct 24, 1982Rate

Ponch and Bobby investigate a jewelry theft led by a young girl who insists she was compelled by an extraterrestrial being.
- 6.04Rock Devil RockOct 31, 1982Rate

The main characters are hired to protect a rock star who believes he is under a curse, while the supporting group organizes a Halloween party featuring the vampire character Elvira.
- 6.05Speedway FeverNov 7, 1982Rate

Ponch and Bobby struggle to keep up with bandits riding high-speed motorcycles. Meanwhile, Cadet Bruce Nelson faces an important choice that could impact his future.
- 6.06Something SpecialNov 21, 1982Rate

Ponch's involvement with a Special Olympics athlete takes priority over a high-stakes motorcycle-to-airplane jump and a dangerous water rescue, highlighting the personal impact he has on others.
- 6.07This Year's RiotNov 28, 1982Rate

The CHiPs officers oversee a large beach party where they encounter various incidents, including a romantic encounter, a drug seizure, a Jet Ski emergency, and an unexpected arrest involving sunbathing nudists.
- 6.08Head Over HeelsDec 5, 1982Rate

As wealthy divers become victims of a daring heist, Ponch finds romance, though their impending wedding faces an unexpected and tragic turn.
- 6.09Return to Death's DoorDec 12, 1982Rate

Ponch is forced to confront his past when he meets the younger brother of a former friend, whose death was linked to a dangerous race Ponch once participated in.
- 6.10FalloutDec 19, 1982Rate

Ponch and Bobby respond to a bus crash involving a group of anti-nuclear protesters, including the daughter of a police sergeant, when the vehicle explodes and catches fire.
- 6.11Day of the RobotJan 2, 1983Rate

A robot is introduced to assist with office tasks, bringing initial amusement to the team. However, after experiencing an electrical malfunction, the robot becomes an unexpected and dangerous problem.
- 6.12Hot DateJan 9, 1983Rate

Ponch and his girlfriend are taken hostage when armed thugs invade his apartment, leading to a tense confrontation that culminates in the CHP intervening to resolve the crisis.
- 6.13High TimesJan 16, 1983Rate

A car thief's collision with a fireworks truck leads to chaos, while Bruce investigates a chop shop operating from a local high school.
- 6.14Country ActionJan 23, 1983Rate

Ponch and Bobby visit a country-music bar to investigate a cattle rustling case, aided by an orangutan who is the only witness capable of identifying the suspects.
- 6.15Journey to a SpacecraftFeb 6, 1983Rate

The California Highway Patrol investigates a case of dog theft, while Ponch introduces a young, ill space enthusiast to his hero, astronaut Gordon Cooper.
- 6.16FoxtrapFeb 20, 1983Rate

A group of jewel thieves use high-powered pocket bikes to escape after a heist. Meanwhile, the guys intervene when a female rock band's promising opportunity turns into a disastrous situation.
- 6.17Brat PatrolFeb 27, 1983Rate

Following a crash, Ponch is eager to return to work before he's fully recovered and is assigned to supervise a group of young Explorers.
- 6.18FirepowerMar 6, 1983Rate

Ponch and Bobby go undercover at the Motorcycle Grand Prix to investigate an outlaw gang suspected of committing a series of robberies.
- 6.19Fun HouseMar 13, 1983Rate

Sgt. Getraer is confronted by memories of his college past as toga parties and pizza-eating contests resurface. At the same time, Ponch and Bobby work together to rescue a young girl who has been kidnapped.
- 6.20Fast CompanyMar 20, 1983Rate

Ponch and Bruce attempt to outwit a determined small-town sheriff in order to transport two crucial witnesses to safety.
- 6.21Things That Go Creep in the NightApr 10, 1983Rate

An eccentric comic-book writer's wild imagination leads to unexpected chaos. Officer Ponch dives into the ocean to rescue a woman being attacked by an unusual sea creature.
- 6.22Return of the Brat PatrolMay 1, 1983Rate
Ponch and Bruce train their Explorer troop as a competitive basketball team, while two blonde troublemakers steal Sgt. Getraer's car and create chaos.
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26 unique people credited
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Erik Estrada
as Officer Frank Poncherello
Larry Wilcox
as Officer Jon Baker
Robert Pine
as Sgt. Joseph Getraer
Paul Linke
as Officer Arthur Grossman
Brodie Greer
as Officer Barry Baricza
Lou Wagner
as Harlan Arliss
Randi Oakes
as Officer Bonnie Clark
Michael Dorn
as Officer Jebediah Turner
Lew Saunders
as Officer Gene Fritz
Tom Reilly
as Officer Bobby 'Hot Dog' Nelson
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