Hunter

Set in San Diego, this gritty 1980s crime drama follows homicide detective Rick Hunter and his partner Dee Dee McCall as they pursue violent offenders, juggle office politics, and confront the personal costs of police work

In sunlit San Diego, Detective Rick Hunter works cases that often turn brutal and politically charged, forcing quick instincts and hard choices. His partnership with Dee Dee McCall mixes sharp street sense with steady procedure, and their banter offsets the danger. Episodes typically begin with a major crime and move through interviews, stakeouts, chases, and confrontations. The series leans into an action forward style—car pursuits, shootouts, and high pressure interrogations—while still emphasizing detective legwork. Recurring colleagues and supervisors add tension over rules, accountability, and media attention. Over time, the job’s strain and risk test trust, judgment, and friendships inside the unit