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Houston Knights
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Houston Knights (1988)

7.3

Houston Knights is an American crime drama set in Houston, Texas. The show ran on CBS from 1987 to 1988 and had 31 episodes. The core of the show was the partnership between two very different cops from two different cultures. Chicago cop Joey LaFiamma, played by Michael Paré, is transferred to Houston after he kills a mobster from a powerful Mafia family and a contract is put out on him. Once there, he is partnered with Levon Lundy, played by Michael Beck, the grandson of a Texas Ranger. Although as different as night and day, and after a rocky beginning they form a successful partnership and become friends. This is aided to a certain extent by an event where a hitman from Chicago who holds the contract to shoot La Fiamma arrives in Houston and is ultimately killed by Lundy. During the series, it is revealed that both La Fiamma and Lundy have their own personal demons; La Fiamma's Chicago police partner had been killed when he went ahead while La Fiamma had waited for backup to arrive. Lundy's wife had been killed by an explosion that was intended to kill him.

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Belushi(2020)

7.2
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Belushi (2020) is a documentary film chronicling the life and career of famed comedian John Belushi. The film explores his rise to fame on Saturday Night Live, his success with The Blues Brothers, and his struggles with drug addiction and manic-depression. Through archive footage and interviews with friends and family, this documentary provides an intimate look at the beloved comedian and the tragedy of his untimely death.

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Summaries "The John Wayne Gacy Murders: Life and Death in Chicago", Focuses on serial killer John Wayne Gacy's time in Chicago and includes information about Gacy's childhood, his career of crime in Waterloo, Iowa, and Gacy's becoming a celebrity in prison. Containing interviews with Chicago attorneys, news reporters, law enforcement officers, and history experts, the film illustrates what the atmosphere was like in Chicago when Gacy was murdering and ultimately apprehended. Gacy's time in prison as a celebrity serial killer is also explored in this groundbreaking film by Chicago native filmmaker John Borowski. —John Borowski

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Discover a curated collection of movies and TV shows that embody the essence of Chicago, featuring captivating stories set in the Windy City. From gritty crime dramas to heartwarming comedies, immerse yourself in the rich culture, iconic landmarks, and diverse characters that make Chicago a captivating backdrop. Whether you're a fan of intense thrillers like The Untouchables or enjoy the hilarious antics of The Blues Brothers, SimilarWatch has got you covered. Explore the best of Chicagoan cinema and television right at your fingertips.

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