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The Sweeney S4E7 — Bait
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The Sweeney•Season 4•Episode 7

Bait

8.2/10 · 162 votesOct 19, 1978

Ranked #2 of 14 in Season 4•+0.6 vs season avg

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Regan is determined to nail a modern-day Bonnie and Clyde.

Directed bySid Roberson
Written byTrevor Preston
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Episode Summary

"Bait" is episode 7 of The Sweeney season 4. It scored 8.2/10 from 162 votes, ranking #2 of 14 episodes this season (season average 7.6). Directed by Sid Roberson and written by Trevor Preston, it aired on October 19, 1978.

Next: E8 · The Bigger They AreBest of Season 4