7.7/1039 votes#1 - Pilot
Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 12/30/1984
The upstanding attorney Harrison Fox is consistently pulled into his father's cases, those of private investigator Harry Fox, against his wishes. This instance involves a man convicted of murder. Surprisingly, the supposed victim, his wife, is still alive.
Director: Gary Nelson
Writer: Frank Cardea, George Schenck, John Baskin, Roger Shulman
- 7.7/1034 votes
#2 - Turn of the Century Fox
Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 1/6/1985
Tony Chambers shared his success secret with his friend Harry Fox: a cigar box containing old film and baseball cards. Harry is unsure how to proceed, while others are increasingly intrigued by the discovery.
Director: Paul Krasny
Writer: Tom Chehak
- 6.6/1028 votes
#3 - Premium for Murder
Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 1/13/1985
Father Ryan reportedly included a call girl in his life insurance policy. This claim is met with disbelief by Harry Fox, who attempts to investigate further by reconnecting with an old friend.
Director: Paul Krasny
Writer: Stephen Lord
- 6.8/1027 votes
#4 - Till Death Do Us Part
Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 1/20/1985
The widowed woman, who had no children and was the spouse of the wealthy Montgomery, is killed. Just before she died, she attempted to reach out to Bill Merrick, the soon-to-be husband of Harry's niece. An uncovered version of Montgomery's will shows that he had a son, making him the rightful heir.
Director: Stuart Margolin
Writer: Tim Maschler
- 7.1/1028 votes
#5 - Motor Homicide
Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 2/3/1985
While on vacation, Harry sees a person commit murder. Harry witnesses the murder in a motor-home while camping with Harrison and family.
Director: William Asher
Writer: Frank Cardea, George Schenck, John Baskin
- 6.7/1024 votes
#6 - Wanted Dead and Alive
Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 2/17/1985
The father and son team investigate when a wounded stranger dies in Harrison's office. Harrison tries to salvage his professional reputation after the dead man's identity is revealed by the press.
Director: N/A
Writer: Frank Cardea, John Baskin, George Schenck, Roger Shulman
- 7.1/1026 votes
#7 - Bum Tip
Season 1 Episode 7 - Aired 2/24/1985
When Harry's secretary (Carol Kane) makes an appointment with a counterfeiter, she manages to get herself and Harrison captured.
Director: Stuart Margolin
Writer: George Lee Marshall
- 7.0/1027 votes
#8 - Fox Hunt
Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 3/3/1985
Cindy believes Harry's tale of a murder in his hospital room and forces Harrison to follow the suspect; guest Della Reese.
Director: Bob Sweeney
Writer: Tom Chehak
- 7.3/1021 votes
#9 - The Geronimo Machine
Season 1 Episode 9 - Aired 3/10/1985
Harrison defends his wealthy client against her son who claims she is unfit to run the family business. Can Harry, Harrison and Josh unearth any evidence that suggests UFO activity?
Director: Stuart Margolin
Writer: William Whitehead
- 7.1/1028 votes
#10 - Fox in Wonderland
Season 1 Episode 10 - Aired 3/17/1985
Harry vows to solve his PI friend's last case when he is found murdered. Harry and Harrison try to catch their friend's killer and identify those responsible for a lucrative truck heist.
Director: Paul Krasny
Writer: Frank Cardea, John Baskin, George Schenck, Roger Shulman
- 7.0/1029 votes
#11 - Fox and Hounds
Season 1 Episode 11 - Aired 3/24/1985
Harrison attempts to locate a former client when her sniffer dog is found in his office. Can Harry and Harrison locate Connie and protect her dog from the criminals determined to steal it?
Director: Charles Braverman
Writer: N/A
- 5.4/1029 votes
#12 - Suitable for Framing
Season 1 Episode 12 - Aired 3/31/1985
In Harry and Harrison's latest murder investigation, they prove the innocence of Cindy's brother.
Director: Paul Krasny
Writer: Tim Maschler
- 7.2/1026 votes
#13 - The Man Who Cried Fox
Season 1 Episode 13 - Aired 4/7/1985
Harrison's author friend disappears on the eve of his latest book launch. Can Harry and Harrison discover whether his disappearance is a publicity stunt or a warning from the mob?
Director: Vincent McEveety
Writer: N/A
The Best Episodes of Crazy like a Fox Season 1
Every episode of Crazy like a Fox Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Crazy like a Fox Season 1!
Crazy Like a Fox is an American television series set in San Francisco, California, that aired on CBS from December 30, 1984 to May 3,...
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Network:CBS
Season 1 Ratings Summary
"Pilot" is the best rated episode of "Crazy like a Fox" season 1. It scored 7.7/10 based on 39 votes. Directed by Gary Nelson and written by Frank Cardea, George Schenck, John Baskin, Roger Shulman, it aired on 12/30/1984. This episode is rated 0.0 points higher than the second-best, "Turn of the Century Fox".