Kolchak: The Night Stalker

A hard-bitten reporter with a nose for news and an open mind.

★ 7.6 /10 86 votes

September 13, 1974 - March 28, 1975 1 Season 20 Episodes 51 min Ended TV-PG

Overview

Kolchak: The Night Stalker is an American television series that aired on ABC during the 1974–1975 season. It featured a fictional Chicago newspaper reporter who investigated mysterious crimes with unlikely causes, particularly those that law enforcement authorities would not follow up. These often involved the supernatural or even science fiction, including fantastic creatures.

Seasons & Episodes

Season 1

1974 • 20 Episodes

Carl Kolchak was a reporter for Chicago's Independent News Service, and a trouble magnet for situations involving the supernatural. Kolchak turned his investigative skills to vampires, werewolves, zombies and all manner of legendary creatures, but in the end he always failed to convince his skeptical editor, Tony Vincenzo, that the stories weren't products of Kolchak's own overworked imagination.

Key Information

                                    Created By
                                    Jeffrey Grant Rice
                                

                                    Network
                                    ABC
                                

                                    Type
                                    Scripted
                                

                                    Rating
                                    7.6/10
                                

                                    Language
                                    EN
                                

                                    Country
                                    United States of America
                                

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Cast & Crew

Darren McGavin

Carl Kolchak

Simon Oakland

Tony Vincenzo

Jack Grinnage

Ron Updyke

Ruth McDevitt

Emily Cowles

John Fiedler

Gordon Spangler

Carol Ann Susi

Monique Marmelstein

Richard Kiel

The Monster

Ramon Bieri

Captain Joe Baker

Keenan Wynn

Capt. Joe 'Mad Dog' Siska

Dennis McCarthy

Ballistics Man

Tom Anfinsen

Guard (uncredited)

Robert Easton

Bernard Carmichael

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kolchak: The Night Stalker about?

How many seasons does Kolchak: The Night Stalker have?

Kolchak: The Night Stalker has 1 season with 20 episodes.

When did Kolchak: The Night Stalker premiere?

Kolchak: The Night Stalker premiered on September 13, 1974.

Is Kolchak: The Night Stalker still running?

No, Kolchak: The Night Stalker has ended. The final episode aired on March 28, 1975.

Where can I watch Kolchak: The Night Stalker?

Kolchak: The Night Stalker originally aired on ABC. Check your local streaming services for availability.

Who created Kolchak: The Night Stalker?

Kolchak: The Night Stalker was created by Jeffrey Grant Rice.

What is the rating of Kolchak: The Night Stalker?

Kolchak: The Night Stalker has a rating of 7.6/10 based on user reviews.

What genre is Kolchak: The Night Stalker?

Kolchak: The Night Stalker is classified as Drama, Mystery, Sci-Fi & Fantasy.