Ep 6. This Case is Closed (1)

This Case is Closed (1) is the sixth episode of the first season of The Rockford Files. The show, which aired from 1974 to 1980, starred James Garner as private investigator Jim Rockford. In this episode, Rockford is hired by the insurance company of a murdered woman to investigate her death. The police have already closed the case, but Rockford believes there is more to the story than the official report suggests.

As Rockford begins to dig deeper, he discovers that the woman's husband, a wealthy businessman, may have had a motive for wanting her dead. He also learns that the woman was having an affair with another man, complicating the investigation further. Rockford's investigation leads him to a seedy motel where he uncovers evidence that the police overlooked.

Meanwhile, Rockford's relationship with his father, Rocky, is strained when Rocky starts moonlighting as a private investigator. Rockford disapproves of his father's new career path, believing it to be too dangerous for a man of his age. However, when Rocky's investigation leads him to the same motel where Rockford has been conducting his own investigation, the father and son duo team up to solve the case.

The episode culminates in a high-stakes showdown at the motel between Rockford, Rocky, and the murderer. This Case is Closed (1) is a classic episode of The Rockford Files, showcasing the show's signature blend of humor, action, and suspense. Fans of the series will not want to miss this thrilling installment.