Television Q&A: Where do episodes of ‘The Greatest American Hero’ reside?

You have questions. I have some answers.

Q: The Oct. 27 episode of the original “NCIS” had a “Greatest American Hero” theme. Since I haven’t seen that show in quite some time, I was wondering if it was streaming or if some retro cable channel was airing it.

A: For those of you tuning in late, “The Greatest American Hero” originally aired on ABC in 1981-83. William Katt starred as Ralph Hinkley, a high school teacher who gains powers through a special suit given to him by aliens. Robert Culp played an FBI agent who worked with Ralph; Connie Sellecca was Ralph’s girlfriend. The show was also noteworthy for the temporary changing of Ralph’s last name in the wake of would-be assassin John Hinckley’s attempt on President Ronald Reagan, and its theme song (subtitled “Believe It or Not”) becoming a hit record for Joey Scarbury. “NCIS’s” homage found Katt in a cameo at the end of the episode.

As for your question, “The Greatest American Hero” is available on Prime Video, Peacock and DVD.

Q: What is the title of a movie from the late 1970s about multiple witnesses to the JFK assassination who died suspiciously before their time. The movie indicated that “deep pockets” people brought in the Mafia or CIA to pull off the assassination.

A: I think you are remembering the movie “Executive Action” from 1973, in which a group conspires to assassinate JFK — and which ends with a photo display of witnesses who supposedly died under mysterious circumstances within a few years of Kennedy’s death. The cast includes Burt Lancaster, Robert Ryan and Will Geer; the screenplay is by Dalton Trumbo.

Q: Why was the clever series “Impastor” taken off the air after just two seasons? Is there a chance of a remake?

A: The comedy about a man in hiding who pretends to be a pastor first aired on TV Land in 2015-26, for 20 episodes total. Michael Rosenbaum starred along with Sara Rue and David Rasche. Ratings dropped by more than 20% from the first to the second season, according to Variety. TV Line said the show’s demise was “not entirely surprising, given the show’s declining ratings.”

Q: I enjoyed watching “Sullivan’s Crossing” on The CW. It ended on a cliffhanger. Will they bring it back on TV?

A: The Canadian drama based on Robyn Carr’s novels will have a 10-episode fifth season on The CW in 2027.

Following up: In a column a couple of weeks ago, I mentioned that “The Diplomat” had not yet been renewed but that another season seemed likely. Very likely, as it turns out a fifth season has been ordered.

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