IMDb 6.439 1983 HD

Scarecrow and Mrs. King

Scarecrow and Mrs. King

1983
Action & Adventure Crime Drama
6.439 IMDB

Scarecrow and Mrs. King is an American television series that aired from October 3, 1983, to May 28, 1987 on CBS. The show stars Kate Jackson and Bruce…

Personnel // Cast & Crew

Starring
Kate Jackson / Bruce Boxleitner / Beverly Garland / Mel Stewart / Martha Smith / Paul Stout / Greg Morton

How Viewers Describe This Film

Common themes and sentiments

charming engaging romantic suspenseful nostalgic fun dated predictable witty enjoyable classic

Reviews

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Genevieve Dubois
May 29, 2026
4.0 / 5
4.0

The enduring appeal of 'Scarecrow and Mrs. King' lies in its delightful fusion of espionage thrills and genuine romantic sparks. Kate Jackson’s portrayal of Amanda King is a standout, showcasing a remarkable transformation from a conventional housewife to…

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Julian Croft
May 29, 2026
3.0 / 5
3.0

For viewers nostalgic for 1980s television sensibilities, 'Scarecrow and Mrs. King' offers a nostalgic trip. The central conceit, pairing a seemingly ordinary housewife with a seasoned spy, provides ample opportunity for both humour and suspense. Kate Jackson and…

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Penelope Davies
May 29, 2026
4.5 / 5
4.5

'Scarecrow and Mrs. King' is a masterclass in romantic spy-fi, proving that compelling television can be built on strong character dynamics and a clever premise. Kate Jackson is utterly captivating as Amanda King, a woman who discovers a…

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Marcus Thorne
May 29, 2026
3.5 / 5
3.5

A product of its era, 'Scarecrow and Mrs. King' presents a charming, if somewhat dated, vision of espionage romance. Bruce Boxleitner embodies the suave operative Lee Stetson with a believable blend of competence and vulnerability, while Kate Jackson…

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Eleanor Vance
May 29, 2026
4.0 / 5
4.0

This American television series, 'Scarecrow and Mrs. King', offers a delightful escapade into the world of espionage, anchored by a winning central performance. Kate Jackson shines as the unexpectedly capable divorced housewife, Amanda King, whose life takes a…

FAQs

'Scarecrow and Mrs. King' is an American television series, not a single film. It originally aired over several seasons, from October 3, 1983, to May 28, 1987, on CBS. The narrative unfolds across multiple episodes, allowing for the development of its characters and plotlines over an extended period, rather than within the confines of a feature-length movie.