Detective School (1979): cast, story & where to watch
1979 · Series · ★ 6
Released in 1979, Detective School is a comedy series.
What it’s about. Detective School is an American television sitcom that aired on ABC for four months in 1979, for a total of 13 episodes. The show was about an assortment of students who went to night school to learn basic detective skills, but who kept getting caught up in real criminal cases and getting themselves and their teacher into trouble. This show was written, directed, and produced by Jeff Harris and Bernie Kukoff, the creators of Diff'rent Strokes.
Who’s in it. Detective School stars Randolph Mantooth, Taylor Negron, LaWanda Page and Pat Proft, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Detective School has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Detective School page.
If you liked it. Fans of Detective School tend to enjoy Rick and Morty, My Hero Academia, One Piece and The Umbrella Academy.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Detective School (1979)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Detective School change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Detective School worth watching?
- Detective School holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Detective School?
- Detective School stars Randolph Mantooth, Taylor Negron, LaWanda Page, Pat Proft and Douglas Fowley.
- When was Detective School released?
- Detective School was released in 1979.