Dragnet

A clipped, no-nonsense procedural that walks the beat with grim efficiency, offering quiet tension and documentary-like realism over flash.

Created by

Jack Webb

Genres

Drama, Crime

Starring

Jack Webb, Ben Alexander, Barney Phillips

Overview

Follows the cases of a dedicated Los Angeles police detective, Sergeant Joe Friday, and his partners. The show takes its name from the police term "dragnet", meaning a system of coordinated measures for apprehending criminals or suspects.

How it feels

Earnest, tense and dark. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Crime, justice, work, morality

Content

Mild violence. No gore, sexual content or swearing.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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