Hollywood Beat (1985): cast, story & where to watch
1985 · Series · ★ 5
Released in 1985, Hollywood Beat is a drama series.
What it’s about. Hollywood Beat is a mid-1980s American television police drama starring Jack Scalia, Jay Acovone, Edward Winter, and John Matuszak. The series aired Saturday night at 8:00 p.m Eastern time. A pair of undercover cops, Nick McCarren (Jack Scalia) and Jack Rado (Jay Acovone) cruise the filthy, neon-lit streets of Hollywood, looking for crime in all the right places as rock music blares in the background.
Who’s in it. Hollywood Beat stars Jack Scalia as Det. Nick McCarren, Jay Acovone as Det. Jack Rado, Edward Winter as Capt. Wes Biddle and John Matuszak as George Grinsky, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Hollywood Beat has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Hollywood Beat page.
If you liked it. Fans of Hollywood Beat tend to enjoy Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba and Attack on Titan.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Hollywood Beat (1985)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Hollywood Beat change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Hollywood Beat worth watching?
- Hollywood Beat holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Hollywood Beat?
- Hollywood Beat stars Jack Scalia, Jay Acovone, Edward Winter, John Matuszak and Lane Smith.
- When was Hollywood Beat released?
- Hollywood Beat was released in 1985.