A 1989 American action drama that is a Spin-Off from Spenser For Hire that follows the adventures of Hawk (Avery Brooks).
The show also features Moses Gunn, Angela Bassett, William Fichtner, Charles S. Dutton, Maggie Rush, Wesley Snipes, Chris Noth, among others.
It aired from January 28 to May 13, 1989 on ABC.
Tropes for the series:
- Character Title: A Man Called Hawk, after main character Hawk.
- Only Known by Their Nickname: Hawk's mentor is only called "Old Man" in the series.
- The Show of the Books: Based on Robert B. Parker's book series, which Spenser for Hire is also based on.
- Warrior Poet: Hawk qualifies. He plays the Mbila, an excellent game of chess, and often waxes philosophical with his mentor, all while fighting crime, Shaft style. He is played by Brooks.
