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Dragnet

1987·Movie
1h 46min·PG-13

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High energy, light on feelings.

Energy

Thrilling and fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Adrenaline7
  • Fast Pace7
  • Tension6

Heart

Nostalgic

  • Nostalgia7
  • Hopefulness6
  • Catharsis4

Humor

Some slapstick and situational comedy

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Physical Comedy7
  • Situational Comedy6
  • Satire & Parody6

World

Everyday modern life, crime, and mystery

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Acting7
  • Intrigue7
  • Direction6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing7
  • Cinematography6
  • Music Composition5

Who it's for

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About

"Just The Facts."

LAPD Sgt. Joe Friday -- the equally straight-laced nephew of the famous police sergeant of the same name -- is paired up with a young, freewheeling detective named Pep Streebeck. After investigating some strange robberies at the local zoo and the theft of a stockpile of pornographic magazines, they uncover cult activity in the heart of the city and are hot on the case to figure out who's behind it all.
Action ComedyParodyHomageBuddy Cop80s NostalgiaCrime InvestigationPop Culture ReferencesCynical Humor

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No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Dragnet

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Dragnet legally?

Dragnet is included with a subscription to Netflix in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Dragnet worth watching?

55
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 55/100 (IMDb 6, Rotten Tomatoes 49%, and Metacritic 62). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Dragnet rated?

PG-13ViolenceStrong language

It's rated PG-13 in the United States. Content advisories: violence and strong language.

How long is Dragnet?

1 h 46 min

Dragnet runs 1 h 46 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Dragnet?

Critics56
Audiences54

Yes. Critics average 56 and audiences 54 out of 100, so both groups see Dragnet much the same way.

Was Dragnet a box office hit?

Budget$20 million
Box office$67 million

Yes. It cost about $20 million to make and earned $67 million worldwide, 3.3 times its budget.

What language is Dragnet in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Dragnet?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Dragnet in 21 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Dragnet use?

FlanderizationAffably EvilLast-Name BasisDrives Like CrazyI Have You Now, My PrettyLove Makes You DumbJerkassRunning GagGood Cop/Bad CopMythology GagOdd CoupleThey Call Me Mr Tibbsand 112 more

TV Tropes lists 124 storytelling tropes for Dragnet, including Flanderization, Affably Evil, Last-Name Basis.