Ep 13. The Deadly Impostor

The Deadly Impostor is the thirteenth episode of the first season of the iconic 1970s crime drama Starsky and Hutch. The episode begins with Starsky and Hutch tailing a notorious criminal, only to lose him in traffic. Later, they receive a call from a desperate woman who claims that her husband has been kidnapped by the same criminal they were following earlier. She explains that her husband is a successful businessman and that the kidnapper is demanding a huge ransom in exchange for his safe return.

Starsky and Hutch immediately spring into action, determined to rescue the victim and bring the kidnapper to justice. Their investigation leads them to a sleazy bar, where they encounter a woman who bears an uncanny resemblance to the victim's wife. Initially, they suspect that she might be involved in the kidnapping, but as they dig deeper, they discover a shocking truth – the woman is actually a professional impersonator who has been hired to play the role of the victim's wife.

The detectives soon realize that the real wife is in on the scheme and has planned the whole thing to cash in on her husband's fortune. However, their attempts to apprehend her prove futile, as she manages to elude them and go into hiding. Meanwhile, the victim's life hangs in the balance as the kidnapper becomes increasingly ruthless and violent.

As the investigation continues, Starsky and Hutch find themselves in a race against time to catch the kidnapper and rescue the victim before it's too late. They chase leads, dodge bullets, and engage in thrilling car chases as they work to uncover the truth behind the kidnapping and bring the perpetrator to justice.

With its action-packed scenes and gripping storyline, The Deadly Impostor is a classic episode that showcases the chemistry and grit of the show's two dynamic protagonists. Fans of the series will enjoy the strong performances of David Soul and Paul Michael Glaser as they battle against the odds to solve the case and save the day.