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CHiPs (1977 – 1983)

1977 • 6 seasons • Drama, Action & Adventure • TV-G
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CHiPsSeason 5

27 episodes · Oct 4, 1981

Buckle up for Season Five – it’s going to be a wild ride! Expect relentless thrills and pulse-pounding adventures as we crank up the intensity and push the limits even further. This season delivers more of the adrenaline-fueled excitement you've come to expect, promising a journey packed with high-stakes action from start to finish.

1. Suicide Stunt
Oct 4, 1981 · 48m

Ponch and Jon found themselves hard-pressed to maintain focus on a celebrated motorcycle rider visiting from out of town, as he instigated a series of increasingly outlandish escapades across the city, all fueled by his romantic pursuits.

2. Vagabonds
Oct 11, 1981 · 48m

A resourceful CHP squad successfully foils a family of swindlers preying on motorists through elaborate staged collisions. The episode features a special appearance by Ed Harris, four-time Academy Award nominee and star of HBO’s *Westworld*

3. Moonlight
Oct 18, 1981 · 48m

The partnership between Ponch and Jon faced a serious threat as their fourth anniversary approached, when a truck carrying hazardous chemicals was involved in a potentially devastating accident—the driver, played by William Lucking (of *Son

4. The Killer Indy
Oct 25, 1981 · 48m

Caitlyn Jenner, then known as Bruce Jenner, takes on the role of Officer Steve McLeish, only to find that a dangerous street race threatens to end his debut shift prematurely.

5. Weed Wars
Oct 31, 1981 · 48m · 10.0

Criminal organizations have grown brazen in their disregard for traffic laws, and increasingly indifferent to legal constraints. A young man retaliates against Officer Poncherello for his persistent questioning by casting a spell upon him.

6. Anything But the Truth
Nov 8, 1981 · 48m

Leaving their bicycles behind, Jon and Steve embarked on an exhilarating all-terrain cycle journey alongside a captivating woman who proved relentlessly deceptive – a key witness in a series of hit-and-run robberies.

7. Bomb Run
Nov 15, 1981 · 48m

The recent flying lessons Ponch has been taking prove remarkably useful when criminals target an air show with explosives. Stopping them will require a truly audacious maneuver.

8. Diamond in the Rough
Nov 22, 1981 · 48m · 10.0

With remarkable bravery, Steve apprehended a suspect wanted for grand theft of a moped, while Jon raced to respond to a bank robbery—a situation that quickly escalated into a thrilling and chaotic pursuit by vehicle.

9. Finders Keepers
Nov 29, 1981 · 48m · 10.0

A pursuing enforcer almost collides with Steve, as Jon finds himself utterly captivated by a stunning country music vocalist. The role features a special appearance from Academy Award nominee Amy Madigan.

10. Fast Money
Dec 5, 1981 · 48m

Highway couriers are being targeted by criminals employing an innovative piece of technology, and Ponch finds himself with an unexpected new housemate. This week's episode features a guest appearance by comedian Shelly Berman (of *Curb Your

11. Concours d'Elegance
Dec 13, 1981 · 48m

While looking into reports concerning a prominent local figure, the men stumbled upon an elaborate deception—a scheme involving a wealthy individual suspected of siphoning funds from his family’s annual antique car charity auction.

12. Mitchell & Woods
Dec 18, 1981 · 48m · 2.0

This special installment sees Officers Paula Woods and Melanie Mitchell elevated to the rank of detective, tasked with investigating a murder case.

13. Breaking Point
Jan 3, 1982 · 48m · 10.0

Ponch’s sister has come to visit, and compounding his troubles, he was involved in a severe accident, leaving him questioning whether he will ever ride a motorcycle again.

14. Tiger in the Streets
Jan 10, 1982 · 48m

The pursuit of a tiger, having broken free from its enclosure at a wildlife park, was repeatedly disrupted by reckless young motorists weaving in and out. Adding a touch of humor to the unusual scene, veteran comic Slappy White offered some

15. Bright Flashes
Jan 17, 1982 · 48m · 9.0

The roar of the engine faded as Ponch fought for control in his sprint car, then everything flashed white – a searing beam from a thief’s laser momentarily blinding him, sending him spinning into a crash. Shaken but undeterred, he and Jon h

16. Battle of the Bands
Jan 31, 1982 · 48m

Apprehending a gang of unruly punks, bent on pilfering instruments from rival music shops and sparking a full-blown riot, proves to be quite a challenge for Ponch and Jon. To add an unexpected flourish, Ponch even treats the assembled onloo

17. Alarmed
Feb 14, 1982 · 48m

A retired police officer, once with the CHP, now instructs a group of young women in the art of stealing vehicles, specifically targeting Jon’s car. Meanwhile, Jon and Ponch find themselves mediating a tense situation between a man renowned

18. In the Best of Families
Feb 21, 1982 · 48m

A police vehicle, reported stolen, careened along the shoulder of the highway in a reckless pursuit, culminating in a massive collision. Meanwhile, a criminal family meticulously planned an armed robbery targeting an armored truck, their sc

19. Silent Partner
Feb 28, 1982 · 48m

A young officer, Jon, confronts a sobering experience—both personally and professionally—following an arrest he believes stems from intoxication. Meanwhile, Officer Poncherello finds himself on a lively date with a vibrant woman who communi

20. Flare Up
Mar 7, 1982 · 48m · 10.0

Jon finds himself facing a grave predicament, having inhaled a concentrated cloud of chlorine gas. Meanwhile, Ponch is contending with an accusation of assault levied by a young man who once resided within the juvenile justice system.

21. The Game of War
Mar 14, 1982 · 48m

Veterans, accustomed to tactical maneuvers, found themselves enacting elaborate scenarios on city streets, assisting in the audacious jet-pack getaway of a prisoner being transferred. Meanwhile, at headquarters, an all-night championship ch

22. A Threat of War (a.k.a. Karate II)
Mar 21, 1982 · 48m

The gang’s leader—a volatile figure named Danny Bonaduce—confronted Ponch and Jon with a display of force and martial prowess. However, the officers’ considerable skill in combat ultimately proved to be their undoing.

23. Trained for Trouble
Apr 4, 1982 · 48m

A band of dogs and primates pulled off a daring bank heist, escaping with the loot and thoroughly outwitting the California Highway Patrol. Meanwhile, Officer Poncherello was startled to discover he possessed an uncanny resemblance to a pop

24. Ice Cream Man
Apr 18, 1982 · 48m

With breathtaking speed, Ponch executed a perilous rescue, pulling a driver back from the brink of plunging over a cliff. He scarcely had time to catch his breath before springing into action again, saving an ex-convict and a former highway

25. Overload
May 2, 1982 · 48m · 10.0

The ocean became their racetrack as Ponch and Jon pursued a suspect on speeding wetbikes, the spray flying behind them. Meanwhile, back on shore, Ponch’s confidential address list faced potential exposure, threatened by the skill of online

26. K-9-1
May 9, 1982 · 48m

The drug-detection dogs often achieve remarkable successes, but when one is narrowly escaped injury, Ponch struggles to ensure the devoted animal remains part of the team.

27. Force Seven
May 23, 1982 · 48m

The pressure was immense as an elite LAPD unit, skilled in the art of combat, received a perilous mission: to locate and neutralize a looming missile strike.

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