Episode
Ironside: In Search of an Artist
Overview
A painting turns up, apparently painted by an old friend of the Chief's who is presumed dead after confessing to a murder. The Chief believes that he is still alive, and innocent, and sets out to find not only his friend, but also a murderer.
Details
- Series
- Ironside
- Season
- Season 2
- Episode
- Episode 13
- Air date
- 1969-01-02
- Runtime
- 60 min
Episode context
In Search of an Artist is Episode 13 in Season 2 of Ironside. It aired on 1969-01-02. The runtime is 60 min.
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