Amy Prentiss (1974)

(Pilot) Amy Prentiss is a beautiful thirty-something detective on the San Francisco police force who was unexpectedly promoted to chief following the sudden death of her predecessor. Between solving the city's most perplexing crimes and battling sexism within the department, Amy raises her pre-teen daughter Jill. Jessica Walter won a well deserved Emmy for her powerful portrayal. 

Jessica Walter, William Shatner, Helen Hunt, Art Metrano.