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Baretta

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description Baretta Overview

Baretta is a television drama focusing on detective Joe Baretta, a former LAPD officer working as a private investigator. The show gained recognition for its gritty portrayal of crime and corruption in Los Angeles during the 1970s. It’s primarily aimed at viewers interested in police procedural dramas and classic noir television.

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info Baretta Specifications

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United States

help Baretta FAQ

Was Baretta a Los Angeles private investigator?

No. Robert Blake plays Tony Baretta, a street-smart undercover detective associated with the NYPD in the ABC series. [Baretta reference](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Baretta)

When did Baretta air, and how many episodes are there?

ABC aired Baretta from January 17, 1975, to May 18, 1978, across 4 seasons and 82 episodes. The series was a revised version of Toma after Tony Musante left that earlier ABC show. [Baretta reference](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Baretta)

What is the Baretta theme song?

The theme is Keep Your Eye on the Sparrow, written by Dave Grusin and Morgan Ames. Sammy Davis Jr. sang the later vocal version, which became one of the show's most recognizable signatures. [Baretta theme information](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Keep_Your_Eye_on_the_Sparrow)

Who is Fred in Baretta?

Fred is Tony Baretta's pet cockatoo, a recurring character associated with the detective's home life. Baretta also uses disguises and street contacts, making the bird part of a distinctive 1970s police-drama setup. [Baretta reference](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Baretta)

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