Hollywood Beat is an American crime drama series that aired on ABC from September 21 until November 23, 1985. starring Jack Scalia, Jay Acovone, Edward Winter and John Matuszak. The series aired on Saturday nights at 8:00 p.m Eastern time. Cast Jack Scalia as Det. Nick McCarren Jay Acovone as Det. Jack Rado John Matuszak as George Grinsky Edward Winter as Capt. Wes Biddle Episodes References External links 1985 American television series debuts 1985 American television series endings Television series by Spelling Television American Broadcasting Company original programming 1980s American LGBT-related drama television series English-language television shows Television series by CBS Studios 1980s American crime drama television series Television shows set in Los Angeles