Hardcastle and McCormick

Pennies from a Dead Man's Eyes (2x11)

Air date: Dec 31, 1984

Jesse Wingo, the former famous singer, is spotted by McCormick at a talent contest. But when approached about his past, the contestant reveals his name to be Sam Jones. Puzzled at the similarities, Mark investigates the man only to find that other people are looking for the man named Sam Jones, but want him dead.