Body-type casting breakthrough; mystery wheel energy as standalone hit.
Why it matters
Episode guide
120 episodes across 5 seasons — titles, air dates, and synopses.
At a glance
Overweight, expensive, and brilliant private detective Frank Cannon solves crimes others won't touch — often with gourmet side trips.
Network & studio
- CBS — broadcast network
Why watch now
Watch for the cultural DNA of the 1970s — and the star power that made living rooms feel like red carpets.
Cultural impact
Body-type casting breakthrough; mystery wheel energy as standalone hit.
Creators
Edward Hume · Quinn Martin
Key cast
- William Conrad as Frank Cannon
Flash facts
- Part of the early-70s Quinn Martin detective boom.
- Conrad's size was text, not a joke punchline.
- Led to later Nero Wolfe and Jake and the Fatman associations for Conrad.
FAQ
What network aired Cannon?
Cannon is associated with CBS (1971–1976).
Why is Cannon in the TV Flash top 100 for the 1970s?
Body-type casting breakthrough; mystery wheel energy as standalone hit.
Who are the key names behind Cannon?
Creators and principals include Edward Hume, Quinn Martin.
Official & further reading
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