Series holds its own in popularity
The FBI remained popular in the 1969-70 season. This was a time when the Washington Moratorium was held, protesting the Vietnam War. Even when an episode fared poorly (“Eye of the Storm,” 5 January 1969), the overall quality of the series was greatly improved. It was as if one could tell this was the case, just from seeing the hairstyles the Feds were wearing (especially Inspector Lew Erskine and SAC Tom Colby).
The show remained a draw for guest performers, such as Michele Carey and newcomer David Cassidy, as well as veterans Diane Baker, Robert Duvall and Vera Miles.
This year, Efrem Zimbalist Jr. drove a 1970 Ford Thunderbird four-door sedan in the end credits. This is our personal favourite car of all those driven in the series.