This is JR's episode all the way... and he TOO is saddled friends with lots of problems...
Andrew Parks, in an excellent role, plays another bad twentysomething, this time a thief. He breaks into his ex-girlfriends house, trying to steal a coin collection, and kills her. Basically, a robbery gone way wrong. In the meantime, the other guy she was dating is accused of the murder. Here's the catch --both young men are friends of JR. That is the stunning part, and a story that will definitely keep your attention.
Lots of well known actors here, such as soap opera star Bernard Barrow (as Gordon). Barrow appeared on RYANS HOPE and LOVING. John Karlin plays Easy Eddie (and you have to love that name). Karlin was a hero to all of us kids, playing Willie on DARK SHADOWS for years. Not such a great guy here, though. This may also be one of the best roles for Andrew Parks, son of famous actor Larry Parks. Parks is spot on as the killer. He also has a drug problem, while JR's other pal has a drinking problem?
I agree with the last reviewer, there should have been a bit more attention paid to the addictions of JR's friends. Nevertheless, fine direction from series regular Walter Grauman who did an excellent job with this cast. Great ending between Parks and his father.
JR's classic Mustang is a must see and Karlin's 1930s vintage car.
Partly filmed at beautiful Echo Park, not too far from Dodger Stadium. SEASON 6 EPISODE 15 remastered color. First episode of 1978.