Smooth Operators

S05E12·6.5·February 12, 1989·1h·CBS

A derelict is found dead in a New York alley. At first glance, it appears that the dead man succumbed to alcoholism, but the other clues--including several conspicuously missing items--don't add up. Jessica Fletcher teams with ulcerated NYPD lieutenant Hanratty to make sense of the case, leading both sleuths to a group of disreputable doctors.

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#14In Season 5of 19 rated episodes

#112All-timeof 204 rated episodes

−0.5vs season avgSeason 5 averages 7.0

1989First airedFebruary 12, 1989

Guest stars

Barney Martinas Lt. Timothy Hanratty

Dirk Benedictas Dr. David Latimer

Nicolas Costeras Dr. Craig Zachary

Shirley Knightas Grace Fenton

Edward Winteras Capt. Everett Larson

Dennis Patrickas Dr. Robert Markle

Greg Lewisas Phil Cashman

Mario Roccuzzoas Wino

Rudy Challengeras Lowell Wheatley

Stewart J. Zullyas Donatelli

Brenneman Carrollas Young Guy

Orlando Bonneras Charlie

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