Kaz is an American crime drama series that aired on CBS from September 10, 1978 to April 22, 1979.
CreatorsDon Carlos Dunaway, Ron Leibman
Pilot
Sep 10, 1978
Series pilot: Martin "Kaz" Kazinski is released from prison after 6 years where he earned his law degree. His idol Sam Bennett (Patrick O'Neal), the senior partner of a top law firm, recommends him for a mugging case which looks like a career dead end. Also stars Erik Kilpatrick, Nicholas Pryor and Sharon Cintron.
Verdict in Department 12
Sep 24, 1978
A cantankerous judge throws Kaz in jail on a contempt of court charge. Also stars Eugene Roche, Al Stellone and Kenneth Tigar.
A Case of Class
Oct 1, 1978
The firm head Sam tries to defend a long-time friend who works as an investment counselor and has been accused of embezzling from his clients. Kaz has doubts about his innocence. Also stars Martin Garner, Ruth Manning and Barry Nelson.
The Slow Man
Oct 8, 1978
An accused murderer's only defense depends on a mentally disabled young man. Also stars Donegan Smith, Lane Binkley and Philip Levien.
No Way to Treat a Lady
Oct 15, 1978
The firm's head Sam asks Kaz to defend an intimate woman friend charged with hit-and-run traffic accident. Also stars Shannon Wilcox, Matthew Tobin and Robin Gammell.
Who's On First... and Sixth?
Oct 29, 1978
After a pitcher is charged with assault and battery, Kaz attempts to arrange a quick and quiet settlement before the situation blows up to uncontrollable proportions. Also stars Leonard Stone and David Wilson.
Which Side Are You On?
Nov 5, 1978
In the midst of a riot at the prison where Kaz was once incarcerated, he is asked by his former fellow inmates to represent them in presenting their grievances. Also stars Robert Webber, John Calvin, Lawrence Cook, Claude Earl Jones, Sydney Lassick and Antonio Fargas.
In A Safe Place
Nov 26, 1978
The District Attorney's public campaign against the city's gang crime problem wants to make an example of a first time offending minor who Kaz wants to defend. Also stars Joseph Bernard, Warren J. Kemmerling, K Callan, Glenn Withrow, Ray Girardin and Audrey Peters.
A Fine Romance
Dec 3, 1978
Kaz gets called to duty to defend an old lady shoplifter who was a famous movie star. Also stars Pamela Susan Shoop and Sylvia Sidney.
Kaz and the Kid
Dec 17, 1978
The daughter of a top level racetrack handicapper becomes the temporary ward of Kaz while her father puts in action a scheme to raise funds for his wife's bail. Also stars Morgan Paull, Katy Kurtzman, Marian Mercer, Suzanne Lederer and George O. Petrie.
A Little Shuck and a Whole Lotta Jiva
Jan 14, 1979
Kaz defend a man accused of killing of a musician. Kaz is a friend of the person murdered. The musician's wife (Carol Lawrence) disclaims him as a friend.
A Case of Murder
Jan 21, 1979
An uncooperative client and an elusive witness hinder Kaz and his associates in their detense of an accused murderer.
Conspiracy in Blue
Jan 31, 1979
When two police officers are accused of gunning down an unarmed man, Kaz gets involved in their defense. Also stars Julie Cobb, Mario Roccuzzo, Randolph Powell, Dolph Sweet, Arthur Roberts and Robert Hogan.
Kazinski vs. Bennett
Feb 7, 1979
Kaz's investigation of government involvement in a shady hospital-supplies deal imperils Samuel Bennett's candidacy for attorney general.
The Stalking Man
Feb 14, 1979
Unknown, with 3 guest stars: Marilyn Chris, Stephen Powers and Art Metrano.
Trouble on the South Side
Feb 21, 1979
A priest enlists the aid of Kaz to stand against a ruthless councilman concerning public funding that is badly needed. Also stars Bruce French, Peter Horton, James Sloyan and John Randolph.
Count Your Fingers
Mar 7, 1979
Kaz goes up against an underhanded attorney in an effort to clear Malloy's nephew of the charge of armed robbery. Also stars Ivan Bonar, David Huddleston, Gregory Rozakis, Estelle Omens and Craig Wasson.
A Piece of Cake
Mar 14, 1979
A prostitute gets Kaz to help her convince a jury that she only stabbed her former pimp in self-defense. Also stars Joanna Cassidy, Ric Mancini, Chuck Bergansky, Marc Alaimo and John P. Ryan.
They've Taken Our Daughter
Mar 21, 1979
After the parents of a girl who has joined a religious cult try to capture her and have her deprogrammed, cult leaders force the girl to bring kidnapping charges against them. Also stars Granville Van Dusen, Nina Wilcox, John Crawford, Larry Margo, Ralph Meeker, Alley Mills and Doug Sheehan.
A Fool for a Client
Apr 4, 1979
A convict's only hope of appeal is if Kaz can prove that her attorney was incompetent. Also stars Linda Dangcil, Linda Lavin, Robert Loggia, Charles Bartlett and Cynthia David.
The Battered Bride
Apr 11, 1979
After dismissing her own case against her husband, a battered wife is pushed past endurance and kills him. Kaz agrees to defend her. Also stars John Karlen, Allan Miller and Joanna Miles.
The Avenging Angel
Apr 18, 1979
A woman who appears to be extremely shy is accused of committing a brutal assault and is soon seen to be suffering from multiple personality syndrome. Also stars Sandy Martin, Woody Eney, Mark Giardino, Eddie Quillan, Francis Xavier McCarthy and Laurie Heineman.
Kaz
Apr 14, 1978
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