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Amy Prentiss: Baptism of Fire stars Jessica Walter in the title role. Mrs. Prentiss is the new chief of detectives in a big, tough city. As if she doesn't have enough trouble battling the resentment of her male subordinates, Amy is stuck with two delicate dilemmas during her first week on the job. A mad bomber has the city in his maniacal grip, and an old friend of Amy's has been accused of murder. William Shatner and Peter Haskell guest star in this 2-hour premiere episode of the Amy Prentiss TV series; it was originally telecast December 1, 1974.