Wheel mystery hit that mixed western myth with urban procedural.
Why it matters
Episode guide
46 episodes across 7 seasons — titles, air dates, and synopses.
At a glance
Taos marshal Sam McCloud is assigned to the NYPD, solving crimes with small-town tactics and big-city collisions.
Network & studio
- NBC — 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
Wheel mystery hit that mixed western myth with urban procedural.
Creators
Herman Miller
Key cast
- Dennis Weaver as Deputy Marshal Sam McCloud
- J.D. Cannon as Chief Peter B. Clifford
- Terry Carter as Sgt. Joe Broadhurst
Flash facts
- NBC Mystery Movie staple alongside Columbo.
- There was a catchphrase energy to 'There ya go.'
- Bridged western TV decline with urban crime boom.
FAQ
What network aired McCloud?
McCloud is associated with NBC (1970–1977).
Why is McCloud in the TV Flash top 100 for the 1970s?
Wheel mystery hit that mixed western myth with urban procedural.
Who are the key names behind McCloud?
Creators and principals include Herman Miller.
Official & further reading
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