J.J. Starbuck

6.0IMDb Score
Released:1987-09-26
Genre:Drama
Duration: min
Director:
Actors:Dale Robertson, Shawn Weatherly, Jimmy Dean, Ben Vereen
Production:Stephen J. Cannell Productions

Overview:

Billionaire Texan J.J. Starbuck travels the country getting involved in criminal investigations. He uses his wealth and unconventional methods to help solve cases.

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