Car 54, Where Are You? Timeline ( Real )

show_premiere
September 14, 1961

Premiere of Car 54, Where Are You?

The TV show Car 54, Where Are You? premiered on NBC, introducing audiences to the comedic duo of police officers in the Bronx.

series_finale
April 21, 1963

Series Finale of Car 54, Where Are You?

The final episode of Car 54, Where Are You? aired, concluding the original run of the series on NBC.

movie_release
November 11, 1994

Release of Car 54, Where Are You? Movie

A movie adaptation of Car 54, Where Are You? was released, based on the original television show.

Car 54, Where Are You? Timeline ( Fictional )

assignment
January 1961

Mulligan and Levitt Assigned to Car 54

Officers Gunther Toody and Francis Muldoon Levitt are assigned to patrol the 53rd precinct in the Bronx, driving the patrol vehicle Car 54.

event
January 1961

First Patrol Shift

Toody and Levitt begin their first patrol shift together, establishing their dynamic and tackling their first series of comedic police cases.

incident
February 1961

Respond to the Missing Cat Case

Car 54 officers investigate a missing cat complaint, leading to a humorous search around the neighborhood.

promotion
April 1961

Levitt Gets Promoted Temporarily

Officer Levitt is temporarily promoted to sergeant, creating humorous tension with his partner Toody.

incident
May 1961

The Stolen Crutches Mystery

Toody and Levitt respond to a bizarre case involving stolen crutches from a local hospital.

community_event
July 1961

Community Picnic Patrol

Car 54 officers organize and patrol a community picnic event, showcasing their involvement in local neighborhood affairs.

incident
September 1961

The Radio Troubles

The radio equipment in Car 54 malfunctions, causing confusion and miscommunication during a series of calls.

personal_life
October 1961

Levitt's Engagement

Officer Levitt becomes engaged, balancing his personal life with his duties in the precinct.

incident
December 1961

Holiday Season Misdemeanor Rush

The precinct experiences a surge in minor offenses during the holiday season, keeping Car 54 busy.

case
March 1962

Toody and Levitt's Joint Venture

The partners collaborate to solve a local theft ring, strengthening their teamwork.