The Big Easy

A breezy, chemistry-driven cop show that coasts on New Orleans atmosphere and banter more than on mystery.

Created by

Jacqueline Zambrano

Genres

Drama, Crime

Starring

Tony Crane, Barry Corbin, Eric George

Tagline

He's the hot cop. She's the cool D.A. When they get together, New Orleans sizzles.

Overview

The Big Easy television series was inspired by the film of the same name from 1987. The show premiered on the USA Cable Network August 11, 1996. Tony Crane played New Orleans police lieutenant/detective Remy McSwain, Susan Walters played state district attorney Anne Osbourne and Barry Corbin played police chief C.D. LeBlanc. Daniel Petrie Jr. was the executive producer of the series. 35 episodes were broadcast over two seasons. The series takes place in New Orleans, Louisiana and was shot on location.

How it feels

Warm, romantic, light and tense. Brisk and easy to follow.

About

Crime, love, justice, corruption

Content

Mild violence, gore, sexual content and language.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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