Ep 15. Harts and Palms

Hart to Hart is an American television series that ran from 1979 to 1984. Created by Sidney Sheldon, the show follows the adventures of a wealthy couple, Jonathan and Jennifer Hart, who are amateur sleuths. In each episode, the Harts get caught up in a mystery that requires their keen observations and quick thinking to solve. In the season 3 episode 15 titled Harts and Palms, the Harts find themselves in the middle of a dangerous game of cat and mouse as they try to uncover a smuggling ring.

The episode begins with Jonathan and Jennifer on vacation in Hawaii. They are enjoying the sun and surf when they are approached by an old friend, Tom, who is a customs agent. Tom tells the Harts that he is investigating a smuggling ring that is using the island as a hub for smuggling drugs and stolen artifacts. He asks for their help in locating and stopping the smugglers.

At first, Jonathan and Jennifer are hesitant to get involved, but when they learn that a young woman named Lisa has gone missing and is believed to be involved with the smugglers, they decide to take on the case. They quickly discover that the smuggling ring is run by a man named Wilson, who is also known as "The Palm."

Jonathan and Jennifer use their charm and wit to infiltrate the smugglers and gain their trust. They attend a beach party where The Palm is hosting his clients and manage to plant a bug in his office. With the bug, they are able to listen in on The Palm's conversations and glean information about his operation.

As the Harts get closer to The Palm, they realize that he is not just a smuggler but also a killer. They witness him murder one of his own men who was trying to get out of the business. Now, the Harts have to stop The Palm before he kills again.

The Harts reach out to Tom, and together they plan a sting operation to catch The Palm and his men in the act. The plan backfires when Lisa shows up, and it turns out that she is working with The Palm. Now, everyone is in danger, and the Harts have to act fast to save Lisa and bring down The Palm.

The Harts are able to outsmart The Palm and his men by setting a trap. They lure The Palm into an abandoned warehouse, where they have set up hidden cameras. Tom and his team swoop in and arrest The Palm and his men.

In the end, Lisa is revealed to be an undercover agent who was working with Tom to take down the smuggling ring. She thanks the Harts for their help and returns to the mainland with The Palm in custody.

Harts and Palms is a thrilling episode of Hart to Hart that showcases the Harts' ability to solve complex cases using their intelligence and resourcefulness. The episode also features stunning scenery from Hawaii, adding to the episode's overall charm. Fans of the show will not be disappointed with this action-packed episode.