Hardcastle and McCormick follows the story of retired judge Milton Hardcastle who is frustrated with the justice system's inability to properly punish criminals. He decides to take matters into his own hands by teaming up with Mark McCormick, a former race car driver who was wrongfully convicted of a crime he didn't commit.
Together, they embark on a mission to track down and apprehend 200 criminals who had escaped justice due to technicalities. Using Hardcastle's legal expertise and McCormick's street smarts, the duo sets out to bring these criminals to justice.
Throughout the series, Hardcastle and McCormick face various challenges and obstacles as they work their way through the list of fugitives. They often find themselves in dangerous situations, facing off against armed criminals, corrupt officials, and other threats. Despite the risks involved, Hardcastle and McCormick remain determined to see justice served.
The dynamic between Hardcastle, a no-nonsense and by-the-book judge, and McCormick, a charismatic and resourceful ex-convict, adds a unique element to the show. Their friendship and partnership evolve over the course of the series as they navigate the complexities of their mission and form a bond that goes beyond their shared goal of bringing criminals to justice.