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Baretta S2E5 — The Fire Man
7.5
Baretta•Season 2•Episode 5

The Fire Man

7.5/10 · 46 votesOct 8, 197560 min

Ranked #15 of 22 in Season 2•−0.1 vs season avg

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To find an arsonist, Baretta seeks the help of a former investigator who retired after suffering both physical and psychological damage in a fire.

Directed byTed Post
Written byGregory Teifer
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Episode Summary

"The Fire Man" is episode 5 of Baretta season 2. It scored 7.5/10 from 46 votes, ranking #15 of 22 episodes this season (season average 7.6). Directed by Ted Post and written by Gregory Teifer, it aired on October 8, 1975.

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