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Starsky & Hutch S3E13 — The Action
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Starsky & Hutch•Season 3•Episode 13

The Action

7.3/10 · 232 votesJan 7, 197860 min

Ranked #15 of 22 in Season 3•−0.2 vs season avg

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Starsky and Hutch set out to bust an illegal gambling ring behind the brutal beating of a friend after he failed to pay off his debts. The duo end up playing for very high stakes as they infiltrate the illegal club, run from a mobile

Written byRobert E. Swanson
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Episode Summary

"The Action" is episode 13 of Starsky & Hutch season 3. It scored 7.3/10 from 232 votes, ranking #15 of 22 episodes this season (season average 7.5). Written by Robert E. Swanson, it aired on January 7, 1978.

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