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The Return of Mod Squad 1979

★ 5.01 votes100 min📅 1979-05-18

When the radical trio from the 1960s — Pete, Linc and Julie — reunite for a high-stakes mission, they step back into the fray of law enforcement they once walked away from.

Director: George McCowan

Cast

Michael Cole
Michael Cole
Pete Cochrane
Clarence Williams III
Clarence Williams III
Lincoln Hayes
Peggy Lipton
Peggy Lipton
Julie Barnes
Tige Andrews
Tige Andrews
Adam Greer
Tom Bosley
Tom Bosley
Frank Webber
Todd Bridges
Todd Bridges
Jason Hayes
Victor Buono
Victor Buono
Keith Starr
Tom Ewell
Tom Ewell
Cook
John Karlen
John Karlen
Marty
Ross Martin
Ross Martin
Buck Prescott

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Return of Mod Squad (1979) about?

This action-packed drama follows three former undercover officers from the 1960s who are pulled back into police work when a sniper targets their former boss. As they investigate, they discover they're the real targets, forcing the trio to confront their radical past while racing to stay alive.

Who directed The Return of Mod Squad?

The film was directed by George McCowan, known for his work in television and action-drama productions.

Who stars in The Return of Mod Squad?

The lead cast includes Michael Cole, Clarence Williams III, Peggy Lipton, Tige Andrews, and Tom Bosley.

Is The Return of Mod Squad (1979) worth watching?

While IMDb ratings aren't available, this TV movie delivers solid 1970s-style action and drama with a unique twist. Fans of crime thrillers and reunion stories will appreciate the blend of nostalgia and suspense.

How long is The Return of Mod Squad?

The movie has a runtime of 100 minutes.

About The Return of Mod Squad (1979) — A 1970s TV thriller where the past comes back with a bullet

When the radical trio from the 1960s — Pete, Linc and Julie — reunite for a high-stakes mission, they step back into the fray of law enforcement they once walked away from. George McCowan directs this gripping 1979 TV movie thriller, *The Return of Mod Squad*, where nostalgia clashes with danger as their old boss becomes the target of a sniper. But as the bullets start flying, the three former undercover operatives realize they're no longer the hunters — they're the hunted.

Set against the bohemian backdrop of their flower-power past, this action-drama dives into themes of trust, betrayal, and the ghosts of revolution. The California sunshine of the '60s now glows with an eerie shadow, as McCowan weaves suspense into every scene, blending social tension with a relentless cat-and-mouse chase. With sharp character dynamics and a pulse-pounding narrative, *The Return of Mod Squad (1979)* is a cult gem for fans of crime drama and 1970s TV cinema.