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1986 · TV SERIES

Sledge Hammer!

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First aired
1986
Seasons
2 seasons
ComedyCrime
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*Sledge Hammer!* is an American satirical police sitcom produced by New World Television that aired for two seasons on ABC from 1986 to 1988. The series was created by Alan Spencer and stars David Rasche as Inspector Sledge Hammer, a preposterous caricature of the standard "cop on the edge" character. Al Jean and Mike Reiss, best known for their work on *The Simpsons*, wrote for the show and worked as story editors.

Seasons & Episodes

  1. 1.01Under the GunSep 23, 1986Rate

    Sledge Hammer, a tough and unorthodox police officer known for his heavy-handed tactics, becomes determined to rescue the mayor's kidnapped daughter, vowing to bring her back under any circumstances.

  2. 1.02Hammer Gets NailedSep 26, 1986Rate

    A reporter follows Hammer for a day, expecting a routine story, but the experience takes unexpected turns that lead to Hammer's unexpected dismissal. Guest star Ronnie Schell appears as Phil Gumm.

  3. 1.03WitlessOct 3, 1986Rate

    A million-dollar contract on Hammer sparks a citywide frenzy as criminals and desperate police try to kill him. After an assassination attempt in Captain Trunk's office, Hammer is sent to a quiet, pacifist village, where he inadvertently introduces violence to its residents. When the assassins arrive, the villagers, now familiar with his methods, help him fend them off.

  4. 1.04They Shoot Hammers, Don't They?Oct 17, 1986Rate

    An escaped convict named John Kogan, once a police partner and childhood rival of Hammer, returns to the city, threatening chaos unless Hammer faces him in a showdown. Kogan, known for his unmatched speed with a gun, forces Hammer and his team to confront their shared past. Sledge, aware of Kogan's deadly skills, grows increasingly concerned for Hammer's safety.

  5. 1.05Dori Day AfternoonOct 24, 1986Rate

    Detectives Hammer and Dori find themselves caught in an armed robbery at a bank and are taken hostage by the robbers, who demand a plane to Rio de Janeiro. Dori urges Hammer to let her apply her expertise in terrorist psychology and negotiation rather than resorting to force.

  6. 1.06To Sledge, with LoveOct 31, 1986Rate

    Hammer is tasked with dealing with a group of delinquent teenagers who have gained control of their high school. He uncovers their connection to a local car theft operation and attempts to redirect their aggression by training them for potential careers in law enforcement.

  7. 1.07All Shook UpNov 6, 1986Rate

    Hammer and Dori investigate a serial killer targeting Elvis impersonators, with Hammer infiltrating The Famous School for Elvis Impersonators by competing in an Elvis contest, using an outlandish costume and an unexpected song choice to lure the killer.

  8. 1.08Over My Dead BodyguardNov 13, 1986Rate

    Hammer is assigned to protect Capt. Trunk after it is revealed he will testify against a mob boss. During an assassination attempt, Trunk is injured and hospitalized, prompting Sledge to falsely report his death. An assassin discovers the ruse and infiltrates the hospital disguised as a doctor.

  9. 1.09Magnum FarceNov 22, 1986Rate

    A team of rogue officers takes justice into their own hands by killing criminals who have avoided conviction through legal loopholes, prompting Hammer to go undercover to expose them. As he is tasked with assassinating a determined district attorney, she attempts to manipulate him, while Sledge uncovers her true identity as the vigilante leader.

  10. 1.10If I Had a Little HammerNov 29, 1986Rate

    Hammer and Dori go undercover as a couple seeking to adopt a baby in an effort to uncover a series of infant abductions at a hospital. They discover that the hospital's head nurse and her brother are responsible for the crimes, leading to a chaotic confrontation in a baby supply warehouse.

  11. 1.11To Live and Die on TVDec 13, 1986Rate

    A game show contestant is found dead after winning a large prize, prompting Hammer to investigate. He uncovers the show's host as both the killer and a fraud who stole the winnings. To expose the host, Hammer enters the game show as a contestant, hoping to provoke another attempt on his life.

  12. 1.12Miss of the Spider WomanDec 20, 1986Rate

    Hammer is poisoned by an unknown woman and given twelve hours to live. The only antidote is in the possession of a silent order of monks in the Andes. Weakened and racing against time—complicated by daylight savings time—Hammer must track down those responsible before the poison kills him.

  13. 1.13The Old Man and the SledgeJan 3, 1987Rate

    Hammer arranges a job for his retired police detective idol as a security guard at a jewelry store, but when the store is robbed and the old man is injured, Hammer takes it personally and seeks revenge, unaware that his actions may help the detective reclaim a sense of purpose.

  14. 1.14State of SledgeJan 10, 1987Rate

    Detective Hammer arrests the leader of a Satanic cult, but Internal Affairs rules that the prisoner must make a single phone call. Shortly after, the police station is besieged by hundreds of cult members. Cut off from outside support, Hammer must come up with a bold strategy to end the standoff.

  15. 1.15Haven't Gun, Will TravelJan 17, 1987Rate

    A group of silver thieves, aided by a corrupt police psychiatrist, target Hammer by stealing his cherished 44 Magnum, severely damaging his mental state and ability to fight crime.

  16. 1.16The Color of HammerJan 24, 1987Rate

    Hammer begins an investigation after a judge dismisses charges against a mobster, only to discover the judge has been murdered, leaving a clue pointing to a suspicious pool hall. Sledge goes undercover as a pool hustler to expose a racketeer blackmailing city officials.

  17. 1.17Brother, Can You Spare a Crime?Jan 31, 1987Rate

    A charming jewel thief arrested by Hammer claims to be his missing brother, persuading him to support his reformation with Sledge's assistance.

  18. 1.18Desperately Seeking DoriFeb 7, 1987Rate

    Detective Doreau begins to exhibit violent and anti-social behavior after being struck on the head while chasing a counterfeiter, increasingly mirroring the traits of her partner, Hammer.

  19. 1.19SledgepooFeb 14, 1987Rate

    Detective Hammer investigates a jewel theft ring operating out of an upscale beauty salon, where clients' homes are robbed while they undergo treatments. Disguised as a hairdresser, he goes undercover to uncover and stop the British criminals targeting wealthy women.

  20. 1.20Comrade HammerFeb 21, 1987Rate

    Hammer is tasked with safeguarding a Russian scientist targeted by the KGB, resulting in a dangerous cross-country train trip filled with tension and threats.

  21. 1.21Jagged SledgeApr 21, 1987Rate

    Hammer stands trial for the murder of the city's top crime boss. Capt. Trunk and Dori are called as key witnesses against him, and their testimony casts serious doubt on his innocence. Both Hammer and those around him believe he is guilty.

  22. 1.22The Spa Who Loved MeApr 28, 1987Rate

    A group of bodybuilding terrorists, led by a former aerobics instructor, steal a nuclear warhead and issue a threat against the nation. Agents Hammer and Dori are assigned to the case but are captured by the terrorists. As Hammer attempts to defuse the bomb, it unexpectedly detonates.

  1. 2.01A Clockwork HammerSep 17, 1987Rate

    A law enforcement unit is pressured into silence regarding a criminal associate, while an officer encounters a digital replica of himself.

  2. 2.02Big Nazi on CampusSep 24, 1987Rate

    Sledge and Dori look into the mysterious death of a young college student.

  3. 2.03Play It Again, SledgeOct 1, 1987Rate

    Sledge and Dori are suspended from the police force and start a private investigation business, guided by the advice of Bogart's ghost.

  4. 2.04Wild About HammerOct 8, 1987Rate

    A police officer with a dark personal obsession becomes infatuated with Sledge and takes him into her custody.

  5. 2.05The Death of a Few SalesmenOct 15, 1987Rate

    Sledge assumes the identity of an Australian car magnate named Crocodile Bruce in an attempt to uncover and apprehend a murderer targeting used car dealers.

  6. 2.06VerticalOct 29, 1987Rate

    Sledge, experiencing vertigo, is tasked with guarding the girlfriend of a mobster, complicating his ability to perform his duties effectively.

  7. 2.07Dressed to CallNov 5, 1987Rate

    Sledge investigates a series of threatening phone calls being made to a radio psychologist, seeking to uncover the caller's identity and motives.

  8. 2.08Hammer Hits the Rock (a.k.a. Sledge on the Rock)Nov 12, 1987Rate

    Sledge infiltrates a mob operation by impersonating an assassin in an effort to uncover a hidden location.

  9. 2.09Last of the Red Hot VampiresNov 19, 1987Rate

    A classic movie vampire becomes the prime suspect in a series of mysterious deaths involving his cast and crew.

  10. 2.10HammeroidNov 26, 1987Rate

    Sledge, severely injured in a previous mission, uses a powerful robotic exoskeleton to confront a rogue robot.

  11. 2.11Sledge in ToylandDec 3, 1987Rate

    Sledge is dispatched to look into an incident in which a toy manufacturer is attacked by one of its own products.

  12. 2.12IcebreakerDec 10, 1987Rate

    Sledge faces competition from a British police officer as they both pursue the same case.

  13. 2.13They Call Me Mr. TrunkDec 17, 1987Rate

    Trunk works to uncover the reason behind the army's sudden encirclement of the precinct as the staff faces a growing threat.

  14. 2.14Model DearestJan 7, 1988Rate

    Dori goes undercover as a model to investigate and expose a suspected white slavery operation.

  15. 2.15Sledge, Rattle 'n' RollJan 15, 1988Rate

    Detective Hammer looks into the unexplained deaths of a heavy metal band and their manager.

  16. 2.16Suppose They Gave a War and Sledge Came?Jan 22, 1988Rate

    To investigate the death of a prominent businessman, Sledge joins a weekend war gaming group, navigating the competitive and secretive world of military-style simulations in search of clues.

  17. 2.17The Secret of My ExcessJan 29, 1988Rate

    Sledge investigates a case involving a young professional accused of unethical behavior, uncovering a series of questionable actions tied to his rise in the corporate world.

  18. 2.18It Happened What Night?Feb 5, 1988Rate

    A surveillance tape showing Sledge and Dori drunk and in bed leads the precinct to mistakenly believe they have slept together.

  19. 2.19Here's to You, Mrs. HammerFeb 12, 1988Rate

    Sledge is forced to reevaluate his life when his ex-wife marries his closest high school friend.

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