- Steve Allen mentions the series' theme song.
- Mentioned by Johnny Carson as he introduces David Janssen
"Kojak" Case Without a File (TV Episode 1977)
Miss Socrates mentions this show as the inspiration for working for a private detective. She specifically mentions the receptionist on the show who face was never shown. That woman was played by a then unknown Mary Tyler Moore."Jeopardy!" Episode #1.1 (TV Episode 1984)
Subject of a $200 clue in the category "'50's TV""Mystery Science Theater 3000" The Sinister Urge (TV Episode 1994)
Tom: "Richard Diamond, Operator."
"77 Sunset Strip" The Kookie Caper (TV Episode 1959)
Mary Tyler Moore spoofs the long-running character she played on the competing private eye series. She was heard, but only her legs and close-ups of her mouth were seen as she played Diamond's phone answering service. She begins her phone chat with Jeff by calling him "Richard".
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What is the English language plot outline for Richard Diamond, Private Detective (1956)?
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