Slattery's People

Season 2

Jim Slattery enters the state legislature, hopeful that he can make a difference. He finds dealing with endless rules and the majority opposition party frustrates any meaningful change but he stubbornly perseveres.

Where to Watch Slattery's People • Season 2

10 Episodes

A Sitting Duck Named Slattery
E1
A Sitting Duck Named SlatteryFeeling is running high over a water division scheme, and an attempt is made to kill Slattery.
He Who Has Ears, Let Him Bug Somebody Else
E2
He Who Has Ears, Let Him Bug Somebody ElseThe series is trying to create a new image for State Representative Slattery and comes up with a dramatic wire tapping tale in the process. Everything Slattery and his new girl Liz say in confidence is put on tape, and the plot, making the hero a victim and romantically involved, comes across.
How Impregnable is a Magic Tower?
E3
How Impregnable is a Magic Tower?Slattery is drawn into a controversy as to whether an old man's creation is art.
The Unborn
E4
The UnbornSlattery's career is at stake in a fight over over a bill to permit humane abortion.
Rally 'Round Your Own Flag, Mister
E5
Rally 'Round Your Own Flag, MisterA good, balanced, David Karp script takes aim at military extremist groups in the evening's top drama. Representative Slattery investigates a group called the Frontiersmen and listens to their leader spitting fear and hatred. The subject is well-handled and well-acted, particularly by Lloyd Nolan as the chilling, warped leader of the group.
What Can You Do with a Wounded Tiger?
E6
What Can You Do with a Wounded Tiger?Serious, down-beat drama about foster homes moves slowly, but has something to say. The plot concerns a foster child who claims mistreatment and wants to go back to his undependable, drinking father. A good cast led by Ossie Davis, Audrey Christie and young Pat Cardi is worth your attention.
The Hero
E7
The HeroA war hero is willing to run for office, Slattery doubts the man's intentions are good.
Of Damon, Pythias and Sleeping Dogs
E8
Of Damon, Pythias and Sleeping DogsA lively drama with more action than talk for a change, about bribery, kidnapping and Rep. Slattery's best friend, a man who's up for a state judgeship. Though the plot is almost too complicated, the story moves along at a pace, and the attractive, competent cast is led by Robert Lansing, Tisha Sterling and Michael Walker.
The Last Commuter
E9
The Last CommuterIntriguing, pertinent David Karp drama about a commuter who fights a railroad when his stop is taken off the schedule. Representative Slattery and the news media join the commuter in the lost-cause battle, and their efforts provide a surprising climax. Besides the good script, there's a pleasing cast of guests led by Lew Ayres, Joan Blondell and Robert Q. Lewis. Tune in on a proud loser.
Color Him Red
E10
Color Him RedThe series' final episode, and unfortunately it's not a memorable swan song. Richard Crenna has that old problem of deciding what to do with an old friend (and college professor) who has been accused of being a Communist. There is some believable acting here by regulars and guests John Mcintire and Martha Scott.