Double Take (American TV series)

Double Take was an American comedy television series that aired on CBS as part of its 1998 fall lineup. The show starred Dabney Coleman and Craig Ferguson.

Synopsis:

The series revolved around the unlikely partnership between a seasoned, conservative detective named Harvey Halverson (played by Dabney Coleman) and a younger, more unconventional con artist and master of disguise named Henry Prewitt (played by Craig Ferguson). Halverson reluctantly agrees to partner with Prewitt, who is placed in the Witness Protection Program, to help him solve crimes. Prewitt’s disguise skills often proved crucial to their investigations, though his methods frequently clashed with Halverson's more traditional approach.

Cast:

• Dabney Coleman as Harvey Halverson
• Craig Ferguson as Henry Prewitt

Production:

Double Take was created by Bill Canterbury and directed by James Burrows.

Reception:

The series received generally negative reviews and was quickly cancelled by CBS after airing only a few episodes. Its blend of humor and crime drama failed to resonate with audiences.

Broadcast History:

• CBS: Fall 1998