Episodes (22)

Here's Adventure, Here's Romance
S04E01 · Here's Adventure, Here's Romance

Oct 13, 1983

Following a deadly shooting at a gay bar, an off-duty cop, who is the only witness, is reluctant to come forward for fear that his homosexuality will become public. A guy impersonating the "Cisco Kid" is arrested twice for causing a disturbance. Faye is depressed about having to go through her pregnancy alone.

Ba-Bing, Ba-Bing
S04E02 · Ba-Bing, Ba-Bing

Oct 20, 1983

Frank gets the local gang leaders together to lay down 'Furillo's Law' in light of the mayoral campaign. Bobby Hill wins 100,000 dollars in the Lottery's 'Rainbow Run off'. Coffey and Bates interrupt a fight between two female mud wrestlers and their male spectators, leading to a double date for Joe. Belker is undercover at a fish market and gets in trouble with Deputy Chief Mahoney.

The Long Law of the Arm
S04E03 · The Long Law of the Arm

Oct 27, 1983

Benjamin Fisk is taken hostage by Hector Ruiz while staying in a ghetto to boost his campaign. Mahoney continues his crusade against the cops of Hill Street. Bobby is giving away his prize money and losing friends with his new attitude.

Death by Kiki
S04E04 · Death by Kiki

Nov 03, 1983

Joyce's client Kiki goes out of his way to prove his innocence. Bobby Hill is given the day off which he uses to get rid of even more money and eventually manages to sort out his mental state. Fisk's triumphant return to the Dante housing project turns into a tragedy. Deskbound Belker is tasked to give a lecture at the precinct.

Doris in Wonderland
S04E05 · Doris in Wonderland

Nov 10, 1983

When Ozzie Cleveland enters the race for Mayor, Chief Daniels orders Furillo to put four officers undercover at Murray's Wonderland, a triple X store in Cleveland's precinct. Officer Perez mistakes a boy with a toy gun for a burglar and shoots him. To avert a scandal, Daniels suggests the boy's mother be charged with negligence.

Praise Dilaudid
S04E06 · Praise Dilaudid

Nov 17, 1983

Chief Daniel's campaign for Mayor is ruined by several factors including a TV debate debacle, a precinct visit from single mom Fay, a murder at Murray's Wonderland and the dismissal of the Robson case. Renko ends up with green dyed skin after busting the 'Emily Post bandit', who swiftly escapes and takes a hostage.

Goodbye, Mr. Scripps
S04E07 · Goodbye, Mr. Scripps

Nov 24, 1983

Chief Daniels' campaign for mayor hits a turning point. Members of the precinct attend the funeral of the boy who was accidentally shot by Perez. Furillo consoles Perez and his family. Hill and Renko arrest a mentally ill man who believes that he is running for mayor and is causing disturbances.

Midway to What?
S04E08 · Midway to What?

Dec 01, 1983

Bobby represents the Hill in a police boxing match against Al Simmons. Belker books a paraplegic for spray painting his car, only to find out the guy did it because the car was parked in a handicapped zone. A shady aspect from Hunter's past turns up among the evidence found at a busted bookie joint.

Honk If You're a Goose
S04E09 · Honk If You're a Goose

Dec 08, 1983

Belker goes undercover in a wheelchair and finds himself being shadowed by actual wheelchair bound Gaffney. J.D. is sure Hunter attempted suicide although the latter won't admit it. Bates and Coffey catch missing guard goose Honkey red-winged at a grocery store. Bobby is preparing for one last boxing match before he retires from the game.

The Russians Are Coming
S04E10 · The Russians Are Coming

Dec 15, 1983

Three Russian visitors receive a tour of the Hill and a good look at police procedures. Marty Nichols brings in J.D.'s brother-in-law on charges of solicitation. Belker is working undercover as an ambulance attendant.

Ratman and Bobbin
S04E11 · Ratman and Bobbin

Jan 12, 1984

Police officers are the target of a cop killer on the streets and are pestered by rats inside the precinct. Frank and Joyce are looking to buy a bigger house. Belker is undercover disguised as a bag lady.

Nichols from Heaven
S04E12 · Nichols from Heaven

Jan 19, 1984

Frank Furillo has killed his first man when stopping an armed robbery the night before. Officer Marty Nichols is gunned down by the cop killer, or so it seems. Joyce defends the Rutledge family against the abusive father, but the court's decision leads to even more tragedy.

Fuchs Me? Fuchs You!
S04E13 · Fuchs Me? Fuchs You!

Jan 26, 1984

Corrupt cop Marino is arrested and spills the beans on his entire precinct including revelations about Marty Nichols. The cop killer hits Coffey in the arm before calling to say he'll give himself up Freddie's diner.

Grace Under Pressure
S04E14 · Grace Under Pressure

Feb 02, 1984

Furillo breaks the news of Esterhaus's death. Bates is given serious consideration for Sergeant. Coffey's girlfriend is sexually assaulted. Belker goes undercover as a truck driver to try and catch thieves that are stealing poultry.

The Other Side of Oneness
S04E15 · The Other Side of Oneness

Feb 09, 1984

Goldblume takes a special interest in call-girl Whitney Barnes. Her arrest in a murder case turns up video tapes of her and several important men. Leo, upset about his cheating wife, is first taken hostage in a cell by the Rodriguez brothers and then accused of stealing police property. Belker is taking the death of Esterhaus especially hard.

Parting Is Such Sweep Sorrow
S04E16 · Parting Is Such Sweep Sorrow

Feb 16, 1984

A nervous Lucy Bates takes over as roll call sergeant and finds she has to 'earn' the podium. Whitney Barnes' pimp turns himself in, only to be confronted by a professional hit man inside the Hill precinct. Frank honors Phil's last wishes by scattering his ashes on the Hill in an informal ceremony attended by most of the day shift.

The End of Logan's Run
S04E17 · The End of Logan's Run

Mar 01, 1984

Furillo gets in trouble with Mayor Ozzie Cleveland for criticizing 'Operation Stop 'N' Cop' on the news. Joyce faces a situation of life and death while visiting a client. Belker arrests his regular pickpocket one last time.

The Count of Monty Tasco
S04E18 · The Count of Monty Tasco

Mar 08, 1984

Hunter takes Fay out to lunch only after Frank and Henry's permission. Renko gets mixed up feeling when Daryl Ann reveals she is pregnant. Joyce is pressured to identify Timothy Mullens, causing his brother William to threaten her life in front of Frank.

Nutcracker Suite
S04E19 · Nutcracker Suite

Mar 15, 1984

Furillo has been relieved from command, leaving Calletano and Hunter to share command. Goldblume tells Belker, Washington and Garibaldi (replacing a sick LaRue) to tail William Mullins and make sure he stays away from Joyce. Jesus Martinez is assaulted by his pregnant girlfriend.

Hair Apparent
S04E20 · Hair Apparent

May 03, 1984

A former Blood gang member has been appointed to the Youth Corps Summer Job Program and becomes a target for other gangs, specifically the Diablos. Garibaldi strikes a deal with a man whose car he hit by accident. Belker is undercover trying to infiltrate a group of video poker vendors in 'Operation Straight Flush'. Joyce tells Frank she needs to have some time for herself.

Lucky Ducks
S04E21 · Lucky Ducks

May 10, 1984

Ray Calletano is a contestant on the game show 'Lucky Ducks'. Hunter is concerned about his ill horse Apollo. Coffey and Davis arrest a man who'll eat anything for money. The tuxedo fitting for Renko's wedding attendants turns into a brawl. Later his first meeting with his future in-laws doesn't run smoothly either.

Eva's Brawn
S04E22 · Eva's Brawn

May 17, 1984

Renko is having second thoughts on his wedding day. He and Bobby are assigned to take out a car equipped with a computer, and they lose the car. Coffey places a bet on a horse race because the officers haven't collected enough money for Renko's wedding present. Garabaldi persuades Goldblume to try a video dating service with him. The bookies busted by Belker high jack their prison bus and demand Belker be handed over to them in exchange for their hostages. This occurs when Ballantine is filling in for Hunter as leader of the EAT squad.

About

Hill Street Blues Season 4 (1983) is released on Oct 13, 1983 and the latest season 7 of Hill Street Blues is released in 1986. Watch Hill Street Blues online - the English Crime TV series from United States. Hill Street Blues is directed by Gregory Hoblit,Christian I. Nyby II,David Anspaugh,Rick Wallace and created by Steven Bochco with Daniel J. Travanti and Michael Warren. Hill Street Blues is available online on Amazon Prime Video and Hulu.

The original "ensemble drama," this is the story of an overworked, under-staffed police precinct in an anonymous inner city patterned after Chicago. We follow the lives of many characters, from the lowly beat and traffic cops to the captain of the precinct himself. This is the show that blazed the trail followed later by such notable ensemble dramas as "St. Elsewhere" and "L.A. Law."

As know as:

El precio del deber, Hill Street giorno e notte, Posterunek przy Hill Street, Balada de Hill Street, Zsarublues

Countries:

United States

Language:

English

Stream Service:

NBC

Production Companies:

MTM Enterprises

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David Bianculli
Philadelphia Inquirer
Following another surprise jolt, this excellent show continues to entertain and, at times, shock with its intricate story lines and fully realized characters.
by rottentomatoes, Aug 16, 2021

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