Sword of Justice

Sword of Justice (1978-1979)

EndedScripted showDrama, Action, Crime

Affluent playboy Jack Cole, released from prison a changed man after serving three years on an embezzling frame up, vows to even the score with the white-collar crooks responsible while maintaining his former easy-going facade. Dack Rambo stars in this new action series; Bert Rosario and Alex Courtney co-star.

"In the tradition of such literary classics as The Scarlet Pimpernel, The Count of Monte Cristo and Zorro, MCA TV's Sword of Justice explores the desperation of a man wrongly accused of a crime, dedicated to revenge." So the blurb glowingly describes this American series which begins with a special two-hour episode. Dack Rambo plays Jack Cole, whose main similarity with past heroes is his habit of leaving cryptic messages behind him — notably playing cards, the clincher, the three of clubs or "sword of justice". Jack Cole was a playboy who spent his father's money until daddy died and he found himself wrongly imprisoned for embezzlement. This gives him the chance to say things, like: "You don't know how rotten the top can look until you see it from the bottom." But prison life — the School of Hard Knocks — is useful because it teaches him how to suffer, and how to be a slick crook.

Once out of prison (after three years) he outwardly resumes the playboy life, but inwardly plots revenge against the meanies in the big business world.

Network
Scheduleevery Saturday at 10:00 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E09BlackjackJuli 11, 1979
S01E08Deadly FashionDez. 31, 1978
S01E07Port of EntryDez. 24, 1978
S01E06Judgment DayDez. 17, 1978
S01E05The Girl on the EdgeOkt. 28, 1978
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Sword of Justice premiere?

Sword of Justice premiered on September 10, 1978.

Who played the lead character in Sword of Justice?

Dack Rambo played the lead character in Sword of Justice.

What was the name of the lead character in Sword of Justice?

The lead character in Sword of Justice was named Jack Martin.

What was the profession of the lead character in Sword of Justice?

The lead character in Sword of Justice was a private investigator.

In what city was Sword of Justice set?

Sword of Justice was set in Los Angeles.

Who created Sword of Justice?

Sword of Justice was created by Rudolph Borchert.

What was the main theme of Sword of Justice?

The main theme of Sword of Justice was justice and fighting for the underdog.

Who played the role of P.J. who was Jack Martin's assistant?

Janet DeMay played the role of P.J. who was Jack Martin's assistant.

What was the name of the bar that Jack Martin frequented?

The name of the bar that Jack Martin frequented was The Bitter End.

Who played the role of Frank Chaney, the police contact of Jack Martin?

Alex Courtney played the role of Frank Chaney, the police contact of Jack Martin.

How many episodes of Sword of Justice were produced?

9 episodes of Sword of Justice were produced.

Did Sword of Justice win any awards?

Sword of Justice did not win any awards.

What was the running time for each episode of Sword of Justice?

The running time for each episode of Sword of Justice was approximately 60 minutes.

Was Sword of Justice a popular show during its time?

Sword of Justice was not a particularly popular show during its time.

Is Sword of Justice available to stream or purchase on any streaming platforms?

Sword of Justice is not available to stream or purchase on any major streaming platforms.

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