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The Untouchables 1993

★ 7.5/10 NR CrimeDrama 2 seasons · 42 eps Ended
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What is The Untouchables?

The Untouchables is an American crime drama television series that aired in syndication for two seasons between January 1993 and May 1994. The program is based on the 1959 television series and the 1987 feature film of the same name.

Type
TV series
Year
1993
Status
Ended
Episodes
42
Runtime
60 minutes
First aired
Jan 11, 1993
Genres
Crime, Drama
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Overview

The Untouchables is an American crime drama television series that aired in syndication for two seasons between January 1993 and May 1994. The program is based on the 1959 television series and the 1987 feature film of the same name. The narrative follows the professional activities of the real-life Untouchables, a federal investigative squad operating in Chicago during the Prohibition era. The central plot focuses on the unit's ongoing efforts to dismantle the criminal enterprise of Al Capone, who sought to profit from the illegal market for bootleg liquor. The series features Tom Amandes in the role of federal agent Eliot Ness, while William Forsythe portrays the crime boss Al Capone. By documenting these historical conflicts, the show depicts the legal battle against organized crime in the city. The production maintained a focus on the investigative work of the squad throughout its two-year broadcast run.

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“Federal agents battle Al Capone's bootlegging empire in Prohibition-era Chicago.”

Reasons to watch
  • features Tom Amandes as Eliot Ness
  • features William Forsythe as Al Capone
Keep in mind
  • ran for only two seasons

Watch it if you enjoy crime dramas set during the Prohibition era.

The series is a crime drama portraying federal investigations and illegal liquor markets.

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Episode guide

Season 1 · 18 episodes
Season 2 · 24 episodes

Frequently asked questions

When did The Untouchables air?

It aired from January 1993 to May 1994.

How many seasons did the series have?

The series aired for two seasons.

Where was the series broadcast?

It aired in syndication.

Who plays Eliot Ness?

Tom Amandes plays Eliot Ness.

Who plays Al Capone?

William Forsythe plays Al Capone.