In the Heat of the Night (1988)

Plot Summary

Bill Gillespie is a police chief in a small town in the American South, and later becomes sheriff of the county. As Bill tries to solve crimes and catch criminals, aided by his capable investigator Virgil Tibbs and police lieutenant Bubba Skinner, he must navigate tricky small-town politics. Racial tensions often run high in the South and this theme is frequently explored. Bill's personal life is often portrayed in this TV drama, as well.

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Awards

Primetime Emmy Awards (1992)

Primetime Emmy 1992

Nominated

Outstanding Individual Achievement in Music Composition for a Series (Dramatic Underscore)

Nan Schwartz

Golden Globes, USA (1991)

Golden Globe 1991

Nominated

Best Television Series - Drama

Golden Globes, USA (1990)

Golden Globe 1990

Nominated

Best Television Series - Drama