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Two brothers, one brain cell between them — and somehow they solve crimes in 80s San Diego.

Simon & Simon (1981)

Vintage cheeseSibling chaosSan Diego sun

Latest Episode

60 min

Season 8 • Episode 13

Latest

Simon Says 'Good-Bye'

Mar 2, 1989

Overview

A.J. Simon is a polished fellow with a taste for classic cars and tailored suits. Rick Simon is his less refined (but still pleasant) older brother who has a taste for cowboy boots and four-wheel drive pickups. The two of them live in San Diego, where they own a private detective agency.

Content warning

amused sibling relationship suspenseful cheerful straightforward nostalgic familiar reminiscent private investigator detective agency

Standout Aspects

Acting

Parker and McRaney's crackling brotherly chemistry carries every scene.

Production

San Diego locations so sunny you'll need SPF just watching.

Best for:Solo: Sunday afternoon comfort viewing with snacks you regret later.·Rewatch: When you need TV that feels like a warm hug from 1983.·Background: Perfect for half-watching while scrolling your phone guiltily.

Creator

Philip DeGuere Jr.

First AiredNov 24, 1981

StatusEnded

Vibe

Pacesteady

Intensitymedium

Tonelight

Feellight

Seasons8·Episodes156

Top Cast

Jameson Parker

A.J. Simon

Gerald McRaney

Rick Simon

Mary Carver

Cecilia Simon

Joan McMurtrey

Abigail Marsh

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Trivia, insights & behind the scenes

Trivia

Gerald McRaney and Jameson Parker reportedly ad-libbed so much brotherly bickering that writers started leaving gaps in the script.

Cultural

This was CBS's answer to Magnum P.I. — swapping Hawaii for San Diego and one detective for two squabbling siblings.

Simon & Simon - 4k - Opening credits - 1981-1989 - CBS

Simon & Simon - 4k - Opening credits - 1981-1989 - CBS

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