I'm not gonna give very much away about the plot except to cite it as one of the more inventive Rockford stories that I've seen. We are introduced to a new character who would crop up in a later episode and even in his own short-lived spin-off series-one Richard Brockelman,a rookie PI. More of a boy than a man,he nonetheless dovetails nicely with Jim and despite the latter's initial reservations about investigating the Tooley case together,he intervenes at strategic moments to help save the day. Apart from the unusual storyline,which ranges over 2 episodes,we see a very uncommon occurrence indeed-Jim's trailer being driven (by Rocky) away from 29 Cove Avenue and into the hills to escape the attentions of baddie MacGregor and his minions. Somehow though it still retains its little set of steps outside the front door,which is heartening! Brockelman,played by a callow-looking Dennis Dugan,is a compelling and sympathetic character (unlike some of Jim's regular associates!) and I'm looking forward to seeing his later appearance in Rockford very much.
Review of The House on Willis Avenue
