About this episode

This episode explores the iconic crime drama 'Dragnet' and its influence on police procedurals.

Experience the legendary crime drama "Dragnet," the iconic radio show that set the standard for police procedurals. Follow the gripping cases of Sergeant Joe Friday as he solves crimes with methodical precision and no-nonsense realism. If you're a fan of true crime, classic radio, or detective stories, this is an essential listen.

People in this episode

Host: Jack Webb

Topics covered

• crime drama
• police procedural
• detective stories
• classic radio
• true crime

Keywords

• Dragnet
• crime drama
• Sergeant Joe Friday
• police procedural
• classic radio
• detective stories

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Books & works: Dragnet

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