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MacGyver S4E16 — Brainwashed

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MacGyver•Season 4•Episode 16

Brainwashed

7.3/10 · 362 votesApr 24, 198945 min

Ranked #11 of 19 in Season 4•−0.1 vs season avg

Jack Dalton is brainwashed by an African politician and his wife to assassinate the leader of an African nation, who is in town for an awards ceremony.

Directed byMichael Caffey

Written byJohn Sheppard

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Episode Summary

"Brainwashed" is episode 16 of MacGyver season 4. It scored 7.3/10 from 362 votes, ranking #11 of 19 episodes this season (season average 7.4). Directed by Michael Caffey and written by John Sheppard, it aired on April 24, 1989.

Next: E17 · Easy Target Best of Season 4