The Night of the Double-Edged Knife

Nothing remotely far-out in this early episode, but solid story, solid action, and solid performances--including John Drew Barrymore's outstanding turn as American Knife. Yes, I'd rather have seen an indigenous American in the role, but Barrymore is so fine, I think we can forgive the casting. He's so good, in fact, I thought I was witnessing Luke Askew as the sardonic chief. And very nice to see Jackie (Little Shop of Horrors) Joseph in a brief bit with Martin. In a way, this is "The Wild Wild West" as it COULD have been, had Michael Garrison's vision not prevailed. Would the show have lasted four seasons, minus the outlandishness we expect and love? Interesting question. At any rate, very impressive for a "conventional" outing.