They Only Come Out at Night

This TV movie serves as the pilot for the Jigsaw John television series, showcasing real-life Los Angeles detective John St. John. Jack Warden leads the cast alongside a strong ensemble including Madeleine Sherwood and Joe Mantell. The narrative focuses on the investigation of a serial killer who preys on elderly women, melding police procedural elements with dramatic storytelling.

As a piece of television history, They Only Come Out at Night reflects the crime genre of the mid-70s. It provides collectors with a chance to own a piece of MGM Television's output during this period. Available on VHS, this film stands as a notable entry in the landscape of crime dramas from its time, appealing to those interested in vintage television and crime narratives from the 1970s.