Sledge Hammer!
“Trust me, I know what I'm doing.”
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Sledge Hammer! is an American satirical police sitcom produced by New World Television that ran for two seasons on ABC from 1986 to 1988. The series was created by Alan Spencer and stars David Rasche as Inspector Sledge Hammer, a preposterous caricature of the standard "cop on the edge" character. Al Jean and Mike Reiss, best known for their work on The Simpsons, wrote for the show and worked as story editors.
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Season 1
Under the Gun
Sledge Hammer is a no-nonsense cop whose best friend is his .44 Magnum, and who just loves to use excessive force to collar criminals. In the opener, the mayor's daughter is kidnapped, and Hammer vows to bring her back -- "dead or alive."
Hammer Gets Nailed
A reporter spends a day with Hammer and gets more than he bargained for, and Hammer gets fired. Guest Stars Ronnie Schell as Phil Gumm
Witless
After a mobster puts out a “one week only” million-dollar contract on Hammer, every killer in the city, and some financially strapped cops, tries to claim the prize. After an attempted hit takes place in Capt. Trunk' s office, Hammer is ordered to spend the week in a small "Hamish” village. Hammer proceeds to disrupt the lives of this pacifistic community. By the time the hired gunmen arrive, the formerly peaceful farmers, who Hammer corrupted into the ways of violence, assist him.
They Shoot Hammers, Don't They?
An escaped convict wrecks havoc in the city, promising even more destruction unless Hammer agrees to meet him in an old west style showdown. The convict is John Kogan, Hammer's childhood rival as well as former partner in the police department. Kogan is also the only man faster on the draw than Hammer… a fact that Sledge is well aware of.
Dori Day Afternoon
When Hammer and Dori make a trip to the bank they become involved in an armed robbery. The detectives are taken hostage and the robbers demand a plane to take them to Rio. Dori tries to convince Hammer to let her use her training in terrorist psychology and persuasion before he starts blowing everyone away.
To Sledge, with Love
Hammer is asked to straighten out some young hoods that have taken over their high school. He discovers that the gang is working for a local car theft ring. Hammer convinces the teens to put their violent nature to good use by training them to become cops.
All Shook Up
Hammer and Dori are assigned to locate a serial killer who is bumping off Elvis impersonators. In order to flush out the killer Hammer attends The Famous School For Elvis Impersonators where all the victims were once students. Complete with sequins and pompadour, Hammer enters an Elvis contest and sings The Battle Hymn of the Republic… setting himself up as bait.
Over My Dead Bodyguard
When the press reveals that Capt. Trunk is scheduled to testify against a mob boss, Hammer is assigned as his bodyguard. In an attempt on his life Trunk is wounded and taken to the hospital. Sledge decides to make a bogus report that the captain’s been killed, but an assassin learns Trunk is still alive and infiltrates the tightly secured hospital posing as a physician.
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About Sledge Hammer!
“Trust me, I know what I'm doing.”
Sledge Hammer! is an American satirical police sitcom produced by New World Television that ran for two seasons on ABC from 1986 to 1988. The series was created by Alan Spencer and stars David Rasche as Inspector Sledge Hammer, a preposterous caricature of the standard "cop on the edge" character. Al Jean and Mike Reiss, best known for their work on The Simpsons, wrote for the show and worked as story editors. Across 2 seasons and 41 episodes, originally airing on ABC.
Sledge Hammer! Cast and Characters
The cast features David Rasche (as Sledge Hammer), Anne-Marie Martin (as Dori Doreau), and Harrison Page (as Captain Trunk). Their performances are a major reason Sledge Hammer! has built such a passionate audience.
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There's a reason Sledge Hammer! keeps showing up on "must-watch" lists. What makes it work is sharp comedic timing that lands consistently, action sequences that don't feel cheap, and tight pacing that earns its twists. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of show you'll end up recommending to friends.
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How many episodes does Sledge Hammer! have?
Sledge Hammer! has 41 episodes across 2 seasons. All episodes are available to stream right here on Bowood.TV.
Is Sledge Hammer! good? What's the rating?
Sledge Hammer! holds a 7.9/10 rating based on 168 reviews — well above average.
Who is in the cast of Sledge Hammer!?
The main cast includes David Rasche, Anne-Marie Martin, and Harrison Page.
Is Sledge Hammer! available in English?
Yes — Sledge Hammer! was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.
When was Sledge Hammer! released?
Sledge Hammer! first aired in 1986.
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How many seasons and episodes does Sledge Hammer! have?
Sledge Hammer! currently has 2 seasons and a total of 41 episodes. The series status is "Ended", so the episode count may grow as new seasons are released. You can browse the full episode list on Bowood.TV and continue watching from where you left off.
What is Sledge Hammer! about?
Sledge Hammer! is an American satirical police sitcom produced by New World Television that ran for two seasons on ABC from 1986 to 1988. The series was created by Alan Spencer and stars David Rasche as Inspector Sledge Hammer, a preposterous caricature of the standard "cop on the edge" character. Al Jean and Mike R… It belongs to the Comedy, Crime, Action & Adventure genres.
In which language is Sledge Hammer! originally available?
Sledge Hammer! was originally produced in English. On Bowood.TV the show is available in its original English audio, which is the most authentic way to experience the dialogue, music, and performances. Check the player options on the watch page for available subtitle tracks.
When was Sledge Hammer! first released?
Sledge Hammer! first premiered on September 23, 1986 (1986). The series has since concluded its run.
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