Mannix vs Rockford.
Which one was better and who was the better detective. Seems like Rockford had more problems with the local police and lived pay check to pay check more than Mannix did.
Well, they are both really cool guys but as far actual detective work goes then probably Mannix is the better actual detective.
But Rockford has a lot more ways to get the job done.
Rockford is way more blue collar then Mannix and is willing to pose as someone else or maybe tell a few lies to get the info he needs.
Rockford is a beer drinker, roadside chili dog and taco regular guy who's clients never pay him.
Where Mannix is a cocktail (bloody marry) drinker, steak and lobster guy who has plenty of money and lives more like James Bond.
Rockford has the better sense of humor but Mannix has the better life style.
John. Your right on the monty. I guess Mannix is the Bond of PI's and Rockford is Dirty Harry. I have not watched Rockford in a long time. That show was on when I was age 3 to 9. So my recollection of it is fuzzy. Although they used to play re runs.
I got into Mannix on reruns in the mid 80's late at night. I should check out some Rockford Files to see if it holds up.
Mannix had his share of money troubles, too. He was far from wealthy (he lived right above his office for Chrissakes) but you're right, it is all a matter of degree. He was clearly more solvent than Rockford was.
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