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Play It Again, Seymour - April 14, 1953

S01E08·7.5·May 17, 1989·1h·NBC

With looks that could double for Humphrey Bogart, Sam is Nick Allen, a private investigator looking for the murderer of his partner and, if he doesn't find the answer in time, himself. The case is solved with a number of Casablanca references as Sam launches a new pulp novelist along the way.Leap Details: Nick Allen, April 14, 1953, New York City, New York

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#5In Season 1of 8 rated episodes

#11All-timeof 95 rated episodes

−0.1vs season avgSeason 1 averages 7.6

1989First airedMay 17, 1989

Guest stars

Claudia Christianas Allison Grimsley

Willie Garsonas Seymour

Paul Linkeas Lionel

Tony Helleras Real Nick Allen

Richard Riehleas Lieutenant Lannon

Jeanette Milleras Old Lady

Hap Lawrenceas Bartender

Steve Nevilas Chuck

Don Keith Opperas Crooner

Don Maxwellas Policeman

Ron Ulstadas Bandleader

Kevin Mockrinas Young Boy

Barbara Londonas Mama

Crew

Aaron LipstadtDirector

Donald P. BellisarioStory · Teleplay

Scott ShepherdStory · Teleplay

Tom BlomquistStory

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