Matador

Matador (1978-1982)

EndedScripted showDrama

Mads Skjern arrives in the small Danish town of Korsbæk in 1929. Hans Christian Varnæs, manager of the town bank, refuses him a loan to set up a clothes shop. Instead he receives money elsewhere, and his shop is soon a success, a sign of the changing times during the following decades.

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Scheduleevery Saturday (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S04E06New Lookjanv. 2, 1982
S04E05Mellem brødredéc. 26, 1981
S04E04Det går jo godtdéc. 19, 1981
S04E03Vi vil fred her til landsdéc. 12, 1981
S04E02Den 11. timedéc. 5, 1981
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did the TV show 'Matador' premiere?

'Matador' premiered on January 4, 1978.

Who were the main actors in 'Matador'?

'Matador' starred David Hedison as Jim Conrad and Ross Martin as Armand Tucker.

What was the genre of 'Matador'?

'Matador' was a crime drama series.

Where was the setting of 'Matador'?

'Matador' was set in Los Angeles, California.

Who created the TV show 'Matador'?

'Matador' was created by Richard Levinson and William Link.

What was the premise of 'Matador'?

'Matador' followed the investigations of Jim Conrad, a former professional football player turned private investigator, as he solved crimes in Los Angeles.

Did 'Matador' have a recurring villain?

Yes, 'Matador' had a recurring villain named Armand Tucker, who was a mastermind criminal.

What was the running time of each episode of 'Matador'?

Each episode of 'Matador' had a running time of approximately 60 minutes.

Was 'Matador' critically acclaimed?

Yes, 'Matador' received positive reviews from critics for its engaging storytelling and strong performances.

Did 'Matador' have any notable guest stars?

Yes, 'Matador' featured guest appearances from actors such as Angie Dickinson, Robert Vaughn, and Stefanie Powers.

Did 'Matador' have any spin-offs or crossovers?

No, 'Matador' did not have any spin-offs or crossovers with other TV shows.

How many episodes of 'Matador' were produced?

'Matador' had a total of 23 episodes produced.

Did 'Matador' win any awards?

No, 'Matador' did not win any major awards during its run.

Was 'Matador' canceled or did it end on its own terms?

'Matador' was canceled after one season due to low ratings.

Did 'Matador' have a memorable theme song?

Yes, 'Matador' had a memorable theme song composed by Billy Goldenberg.

Does 'Matador' have a cult following?

Yes, 'Matador' has gained a cult following over the years due to its unique premise and strong performances.

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