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- CrimeDrama
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- 20th Century80s90s
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- MississippiUSASmall Town
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In the Heat of the Night, 1988 - 1994
English
USA
Profile of In the Heat of the Night
In the Heat of the Night can be described as tense, captivating, and rough. The plot revolves around reluctant partners, interracial relations, and fighting crime. The main genres are drama and crime. In approach, In the Heat of the Night is serious and realistic. It is set, at least in part, in a small town. It is located in Mississippi. In the Heat of the Night takes place in the 1980s and in the 1990s. It is inspired by a film and based on a book. The TV show has received attention for being a hit series, an Emmy winner, and critically acclaimed.
Summary of In the Heat of the Night
Bill Gillespie is a sheriff in a small town in the American South. As Bill tries to solve crimes and catch criminals, aided by his capable investigator Virgil Tibbs and police lieutenant Bubba Skinner, he must navigate tricky small-town politics. Racial tensions often run high in the South and this theme is frequently explored. Bill's personal life is often portrayed in this TV drama, as well.
Details
| Language: | English |
| Country: | USA |
| Release date: | 6 March 1988 |
| Runtime: | 60 min |
| Seasons: | 8 |
Cast and Crew
as Chief William O. 'Bill' Gillespie/ ... 145 episodes, 1988-1995
as Capt. V.L. 'Bubba' Skinner/ ... 145 episodes, 1988-1995
as Officer Parker Williams/ ... 145 episodes, 1988-1995
as Lt. Lonnie Jamison/ ... 145 episodes, 1988-1995
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