Captain Dobey — Starsky & Hutch Character Profile

About Captain Dobey

Stern but fair police captain who oversees the detective squad. Known for his tough exterior, frequent reprimands, and unwavering dedication to justice.

Character Facts

Played by

Richard Ward

Appears in

Starsky & Hutch (1975)

Role

Supporting

Relationships (3)

• Captain Dobey — Professional Subordinate — Det. Dave Starsky (Paul Michael Glaser)

  Starsky reports directly to Captain Dobey within the police hierarchy.

• Captain Dobey — Professional Subordinate — Det. Ken 'Hutch' Hutchinson (David Soul)

  Hutch answers to Captain Dobey's command and oversight.

• Captain Dobey — Professional Colleague — Cannell (Michael Conrad)

  Both serve as supporting police figures within the same departmental structure.

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