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Barnaby Jones S2E17 — Programmed for Killing
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Barnaby Jones•Season 2•Episode 17

Programmed for Killing

7.7/10 · 112 votesJan 27, 197446 min

Ranked #16 of 24 in Season 2•−0.2 vs season avg

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A beautiful young woman hires Barnaby to look into the death of her father who was apparently killed by a computer programmed machine in his own plant. It isn't too long before Barnaby suspects foul play rather computer malfunction.

Directed byMarc Daniels
Written byB.W. Sandefur
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Buddy Ebsen

Buddy Ebsen

Barnaby Jones

Lee Meriwether

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Betty Jones

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Episode Summary

"Programmed for Killing" is episode 17 of Barnaby Jones season 2. It scored 7.7/10 from 112 votes, ranking #16 of 24 episodes this season (season average 7.9). Directed by Marc Daniels and written by B.W. Sandefur, it aired on January 27, 1974.

Next: E18 · A Gold Record for MurderBest of Season 2