On this day September 16 1989, the final episode of Simon and Simon aired, closing out the popular detective series that ran throughout much of the 1980s. The show followed brothers Rick and A.J. Simon, private investigators with opposite personalities who solved crimes together in San Diego.
Starring Gerald McRaney as the rugged, laid back Rick and Jameson Parker as the refined and methodical A.J., the series became a fan favorite for its mix of action, humor, and family dynamic. Over its eight season run, Simon and Simon stood out as one of the quintessential buddy detective shows of the decade.
80s insight: The ending of Simon and Simon reflected the late 80s shift in television, as networks moved away from classic detective formats toward new kinds of dramas. Still, the show’s legacy as a defining detective series of the 80s remains strong.
Starring Gerald McRaney as the rugged, laid back Rick and Jameson Parker as the refined and methodical A.J., the series became a fan favorite for its mix of action, humor, and family dynamic. Over its eight season run, Simon and Simon stood out as one of the quintessential buddy detective shows of the decade.
80s insight: The ending of Simon and Simon reflected the late 80s shift in television, as networks moved away from classic detective formats toward new kinds of dramas. Still, the show’s legacy as a defining detective series of the 80s remains strong.
