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Mannix S6E17 — A Matter of Principle
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Mannix•Season 6•Episode 17

A Matter of Principle

8.3/10 · 132 votesJan 14, 197352 min

Ranked #1 of 24 in Season 6•+0.6 vs season avg

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A traffic accident uncovers a clueless murder.

Directed byAlf Kjellin
Written byHoward Browne
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Mike Connors

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Joe Mannix

Gail Fisher

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Peggy Fair

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Howard Browne

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Episode Summary

"A Matter of Principle" is episode 17 of Mannix season 6. It scored 8.3/10 from 132 votes, ranking #1 of 24 episodes this season (season average 7.7). Directed by Alf Kjellin and written by Howard Browne, it aired on January 14, 1973.

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