The rockford files

The Rockford Files - 1974-1980 Starring James Garner

Rockford's office

$200 a day. Plus expenses. I <3 Jim Rockford!

Jim Rockford (James Garner) The Rockford Files

1974, The Rockford Files is an American detective drama television series starring James Garner that aired on the NBC network between September 13, 1974, and January 10, 1980, and has remained in syndication to the present day. * 30422THT

What made Rockford a popular TV detective? He'd prefer to talk his way out of trouble rather than fight. His Colt revolver spends most of its time in a cookie jar. Most importantly, Jim is a decent guy, down on his luck, hoping (forlornly) to pick up his $200 a day plus expenses.

One of my favorite shows and characters premiered on this date 49 years ago. In 1974, James Garner brought private detective Jim Rockford to life on The Rockford Files. $200 a day. Plus expenses. You can definitely see shades of Rockford's influence on my Snow series.

Legendary film and television star James Garner, famous for his roles in 'Maverick' and 'The Rockford Files,' has passed away at age 86.

"The Rockford Files" was an entertainingly written show with a wonderful ensemble cast. James Garner played a great "regular guy" private eye.

All you need to know about The Rockford Files is right here: The iconic opening with the answering machine. The theme song you always heard on AM radio in the 70’s. The sport coats. The hair. That gold Pontiac Firebird Esprit. The limp. The greatness that was Rockford’s father, Rocky. That awesome single wide…

James Garner and Tom Selleck

James Garner on The Tonight Show in 1994. Love the Pontiac jacket. Jim was promoting The Rockford Files Movie.

NOAH BEERY JR. & JAMES GARNER "The Rockford Files"

New York Times: July 21, 2014 - Obituary: Veteran actor James Garner, one of the leading men of leading men, dies at 86

The Rockford Files...James Garner...1974-1980