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Dragnet

1951·Show
276Episodes in8Seasons·TV-PG
46
MediocreGoodWatch score
IMDb7.5
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IMDb7.5
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Dragnet fingerprint

Striking style, no humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace6
  • Tension5
  • Adrenaline3

Heart

Nostalgic and wholesome

  • Nostalgia8
  • Wholesome7
  • Hopefulness6

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Situational Comedy0
  • Physical Comedy0

World

Crime, everyday modern life, and mystery

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction7
  • Acting7
  • Narrative Structure7

Style

Standout score

  • Music Centrality9
  • Music Composition8
  • Editing7

Who it's for

AdultsFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchBinge-FriendlyComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

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About

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.
Classic Police ProceduralIconic Theme MusicMid-Century Los AngelesStoic Detective ArchetypeFormulaic Mystery SolvingRadio-to-TV HeritageNoir-Lite AestheticComforting RoutineHistorical Crime DramaJack Webb's Legacy

Crew

Directed by:
Jack Webb
Produced by:
Jack Webb

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Dragnet

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Where can I stream Dragnet legally?

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Dragnet is included with a subscription to fuboTV, Philo, and Pure Flix in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla, Shout! Factory TV, and Plex. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Dragnet worth watching?

46
MediocreGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 47/100 (IMDb 7.5). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Dragnet rated?

TV-PG

It's rated TV-PG in the United States.

How many seasons does Dragnet have?

8 seasons

It has 8 seasons with 276 episodes of about 30 minutes each.

When did Dragnet air?

It ran from 1951 to 1959 and has ended.

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 131 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Dragnet use?

Impersonating an OfficerLos AngelesDying Moment of AwesomeDrugs Are BadRoman à ClefShown Their WorkMomma's BoyMyopic ArchitecturePerp SweatingNo AntagonistTrue CompanionsKnight in Sour Armorand 142 more

TV Tropes lists 154 storytelling tropes for Dragnet, including Impersonating an Officer, Los Angeles, Dying Moment of Awesome.