
Jim Rockford is an ex-con and private detective. He was falsely convicted of a crime he didn't commit, but that doesn't stop him from using his ex-con buddies to help him solve crimes. Nothing comes easy for Rockford, but he works hard and usually gets shot at or beat up at least once per episode.

A comedian (Chuck McCann) leaves Rockford charged with homicide rather than admit he keeps a joke file; guest Meredith MacRae.

A favor for a "free spirit" (Valerie Curtin) puts Rockford at the mercy of an attorney shielding a murderous client.

Rockford uncovers Nazi connections while researching the life of a deceased movie director; guest Barbara Babcock.

Small-town citizens seek a former resident (Priscilla Barnes) who revealed their tax fraud to the IRS.