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223 episodes in dragnet

  1. Dragnet

    The Big Late Script

    Thursday, July 26, 1951 · 29:33 · Ep 111

    Detectives investigate the sudden disappearance of businessman Tony Richmond, who is believed to have been kidnapped for ransom. The stakes rise as they race against time to ensure his safe return.

    • Tense
    • Crime
    • Murder
    • Blackmail
    • Drama
  2. Dragnet

    The Big Sophomore

    Thursday, July 19, 1951 · 29:19 · Ep 110

    A series of petty thefts in a neighborhood leads detectives to investigate a group of teenage boys, particularly focusing on one named Harry Dunbar, who is reluctant to reveal his motives.

    • Tense
    • Crime
    • Psychological
    • Survival
    • Drama
  3. Dragnet

    The Big Cliff

    Thursday, June 28, 1951 · 29:30 · Ep 107

    An elderly man, Mr. Turner, reports the sudden death of his wife, Gertrude, leading detectives to investigate the cause. As they delve deeper, they uncover hidden health issues that complicate the case.

    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Psychological
    • Crime
    • Mystery
  4. Dragnet

    The Big Run

    Thursday, June 21, 1951 · 29:31 · Ep 106

    Detective Sergeant Joe Friday investigates a hit-and-run accident that critically injures two elderly women. The stakes rise as he races against time to find the driver responsible.

    • Tense
    • Crime
    • Murder
    • Psychological
    • Drama
  5. Dragnet

    The Big Building

    Thursday, June 14, 1951 · 29:30 · Ep 105

    A wealthy society woman, Louise Marston, goes missing, prompting her husband, Dr. Robert Marston, to file a report with the police. Detectives suspect foul play as they investigate the circumstances surrounding her disappearance.

    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Crime
    • Psychological
    • Noir
  6. Dragnet

    The Big Bindle

    Thursday, May 31, 1951 · 29:34 · Ep 103

    Sergeant Friday goes undercover to infiltrate a narcotics ring operating out of a luxury hotel in Los Angeles. He faces the challenge of gathering evidence while navigating the dangers of the drug trade.

    • Tense
    • Crime
    • Murder
    • Psychological
    • Drama
  7. Dragnet

    The Big Mailman

    Thursday, May 24, 1951 · 29:36 · Ep 102

    Detectives Joe Friday and Ben Romero investigate a series of mail thefts in Los Angeles, focusing on the elusive thief, Harvey Fletcher. The case intensifies as they gather evidence and track down leads to catch him.

    • Tense
    • Crime
    • Murder
    • Drama
    • Mystery
  8. Dragnet

    The Big Saint

    Thursday, April 26, 1951 · 29:35 · Ep 98

    Detectives Friday and Romero investigate a series of auto thefts linked to Herman Lester's salvage business. They must uncover the truth behind the organized car theft ring before it escalates further.

    • Tense
    • Crime
    • Murder
    • Blackmail
    • Noir
  9. Dragnet

    The Big Speech

    Thursday, April 19, 1951 · 29:39 · Ep 97

    Sergeant Friday investigates a violent robbery where a doctor is pistol-whipped and narcotics are stolen. The case highlights the dangers of teenage drug use as Friday's mother listens to her son prepare a speech on the topic.

    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Crime
    • Psychological
    • Noir
  10. Dragnet

    The Big Ben

    Thursday, March 15, 1951 · 26:12 · Ep 92

    Detective Sergeant Joe Friday and his partner Ben Romero investigate a violent robbery where a man is assaulted and his car is stolen. They must track down the criminal before he strikes again.

    • Tense
    • Crime
    • Murder
    • Psychological
    • Drama
  11. Dragnet

    The Big Partner

    Thursday, March 1, 1951 · 26:48 · Ep 90

    Detectives Friday and Mayer investigate a jewelry store robbery that turns deadly when the suspect, Vernon Niccoli, is apprehended after a car crash. The stakes rise as they uncover his criminal history and attempt to prevent his escape.

    • Tense
    • Crime
    • Murder
    • Psychological
    • Drama
  12. Dragnet

    The Big Couple

    Thursday, February 22, 1951 · 29:33 · Ep 89

    A husband and wife confidence team targets churches and clergymen, leaving a trail of deception in their wake. Detectives Friday and Romero are on the case to bring them to justice.

    • Tense
    • Crime
    • Blackmail
    • Psychological
    • Noir
  13. Dragnet

    The Big Cast

    Thursday, February 8, 1951 · 29:19 · Ep 87

    Detectives Friday and Romero investigate the disappearance of over a dozen men, focusing on a suspect named Henry Ross. As they delve deeper, they uncover a chilling connection to murder.

    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Psychological
    • Crime
    • Noir
  14. Dragnet

    The Big Children

    Thursday, February 1, 1951 · 29:10 · Ep 86

    Detectives investigate the alarming case of two children begging for food in a wealthy neighborhood, leading to a troubling discovery about their home life. The stakes rise as one child tragically dies, prompting urgent action from the authorities.

    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Crime
    • Psychological
    • Drama
  15. Dragnet

    The Big Tomato

    Thursday, January 25, 1951 · 30:22 · Ep 85

    Detectives Friday and Romero investigate the tragic death of a high school boy linked to marijuana use. They aim to dismantle a narcotics operation targeting students in their city.

    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Crime
    • Psychological
    • Drama
  16. Dragnet

    The Big Jump

    Thursday, January 11, 1951 · 29:46 · Ep 83

    Detectives Friday and Romero respond to a crisis involving Walter Harrison, who threatens to jump from a thirteenth-floor ledge. With only minutes to save him, they must navigate his unstable state and the crowd below.

    • Tense
    • Psychological
    • Survival
    • Crime
    • Drama
  17. Dragnet

    The Big Family

    Thursday, December 28, 1950 · 25:43 · Ep 81

    Detectives investigate the mysterious disappearance of a wealthy businessman, John Keith Jarrett, whose abandoned car is found with a suicide note. As they dig deeper, they uncover troubling family dynamics and unanswered questions.

    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Psychological
    • Crime
    • Noir
  18. Dragnet

    22 Rifle for Christmas

    Thursday, December 21, 1950 · 29:27 · Ep 80

    A nine-year-old boy goes missing in Los Angeles, and foul play is suspected. Detectives work against the clock to uncover the truth behind his disappearance.

    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Crime
    • Psychological
    • Drama
  19. Dragnet

    The Big Break

    Thursday, December 14, 1950 · 29:23 · Ep 79

    Detectives Friday and Romero track down dangerous robber George Hoffman, who has evaded capture for months. As they close in, the stakes rise with Hoffman's violent reputation and armed defenses.

    • Tense
    • Crime
    • Murder
    • Noir
    • Mystery
  20. Dragnet

    The Big Picture

    Thursday, December 7, 1950 · 29:18 · Ep 78

    Sergeant Friday investigates a Los Angeles pornography ring that preys on young girls aspiring to be actresses. The stakes rise as he uncovers the tragic fate of one such girl, leading to a desperate search for justice.

    • Tense
    • Crime
    • Psychological
    • Murder
    • Drama
  21. Dragnet

    The Big Betty

    Thursday, November 23, 1950 · 29:18 · Ep 76

    A bunko gang exploits the grief of war widows by selling fake merchandise under the guise of delivering last gifts from deceased loved ones. Detectives Friday and Romero work to uncover and stop the swindlers.

    • Tense
    • Crime
    • Murder
    • Psychological
    • Drama
  22. Dragnet

    The Big Parrot

    Thursday, November 16, 1950 · 29:17 · Ep 75

    In The Big Parrot, detectives investigate a fire that conceals a double murder. As they uncover the truth, they face the challenge of piecing together the events leading to the crime.

    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Crime
    • Psychological
    • Noir
  23. Dragnet

    The Big Mother

    Thursday, November 9, 1950 · 29:18 · Ep 74

    A newborn baby is stolen from a hospital nursery, and detectives must find the infant and the abductor before it's too late. The case takes a shocking turn as they uncover the truth behind the crime.

    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Psychological
    • Crime
    • Drama
  24. Dragnet

    The Big Meet

    Thursday, October 26, 1950 · 29:21 · Ep 72

    Sgt. Friday and his partner Ben Romero work to infiltrate a narcotics ring led by Howard Scully, who is attempting to sell a large quantity of heroin. They must navigate the dangerous world of drug trafficking to bring the criminals to justice.

    • Tense
    • Crime
    • Murder
    • Blackmail
    • Noir
  25. Dragnet

    The Big Grandma

    Thursday, October 19, 1950 · 29:21 · Ep 71

    An elderly woman has been passing bad checks for nearly a decade, evading capture by masquerading as a sweet grandmother. Detectives are determined to finally bring her to justice.

    • Tense
    • Crime
    • Psychological
    • Murder
    • Noir
  26. Dragnet

    The Big Quack

    Thursday, October 12, 1950 · 29:10 · Ep 70

    A man posing as a doctor is burglarizing homes in Los Angeles, leading to a tragic suicide. Detectives must track him down before more victims fall prey to his deceit.

    • Tense
    • Crime
    • Psychological
    • Murder
    • Drama
  27. Dragnet

    The Big 38

    Thursday, October 5, 1950 · 29:14 · Ep 69

    Detectives Friday and Romero investigate the murder of a store clerk during a robbery, tracking down a suspect described by witnesses. The case takes a dark turn as they uncover the suspect's identity and the implications of his actions.

    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Crime
    • Psychological
    • Drama
  28. Dragnet

    The Big Pair

    Thursday, September 21, 1950 · 29:18 · Ep 67

    Detectives investigate a series of burglaries where homes are stripped of their furniture, starting with a young girl and her grandfather who return from a trip to find their house empty. They must track down the thieves before they strike again.

    • Tense
    • Crime
    • Murder
    • Blackmail
    • Noir
  29. Dragnet

    The Big Chance

    Thursday, August 24, 1950 · 29:21 · Ep 63

    A highway patrolman mysteriously disappears while on duty, prompting a tense investigation by detectives Friday and Romero. They must uncover the truth behind his vanishing act before time runs out.

    • Tense
    • Crime
    • Murder
    • Psychological
    • Mystery
  30. Dragnet

    The Big Dare

    Thursday, August 3, 1950 · 29:18 · Ep 60

    A woman is brutally murdered in her home, leaving her son and the police searching for answers. The investigation reveals a troubled relationship with her boyfriend, who becomes a prime suspect.

    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Psychological
    • Crime
    • Noir
  31. Dragnet

    The Big Gent Part 2

    Thursday, July 27, 1950 · 29:21 · Ep 59

    The search for the elusive 'Gentleman Bandit' intensifies as detectives track him to a freighter loaded with dynamite. The stakes rise as they race against time to apprehend him before he can escape.

    • Tense
    • Crime
    • Murder
    • Psychological
    • Drama
  32. Dragnet

    The Big Gent Part 1

    Thursday, July 20, 1950 · 29:13 · Ep 58

    Detective Joe Friday investigates a violent robbery that results in a bystander's death, leading him to the notorious Frank Chaney, a man recently paroled after serving eighteen years for robbery. The stakes rise as Friday and his partner race against time to prevent further violence from Chaney and his accomplices.

    • Tense
    • Crime
    • Murder
    • Psychological
    • Noir
  33. Dragnet

    The Big Bomb

    Thursday, July 13, 1950 · 29:20 · Ep 57

    Vernon Carney threatens to blow up Los Angeles City Hall unless his brother is released from jail. Police officers have only 24 minutes to negotiate with him and prevent disaster.

    • Tense
    • Crime
    • Psychological
    • Murder
    • Drama
  34. Dragnet

    The Big Mink

    Thursday, June 22, 1950 · 24:02 · Ep 54

    A furrier named Albert Kriber is found shot dead in his shop, and a mink coat is missing. Detectives Friday and Romero investigate the crime scene and question Kriber's wife and a potential suspect.

    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Crime
    • Psychological
    • Noir
  35. Dragnet

    The Big Press

    Thursday, June 15, 1950 · 29:19 · Ep 53

    In Dragnet: The Big Press, detectives Joe Friday and Ben Romero investigate a series of violent purse snatchings targeting women in Los Angeles. They must identify and apprehend the criminals before more victims are harmed.

    • Tense
    • Crime
    • Murder
    • Psychological
    • Drama
  36. Dragnet

    The Big Smart Guy

    Thursday, June 8, 1950 · 24:35 · Ep 52

    Detectives Friday and Romero investigate the murder of Elizabeth Benham, shot during a robbery in her hotel room. The main suspect, Jack Morrison, presents a web of lies that the detectives must unravel.

    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Crime
    • Psychological
    • Noir
  37. Dragnet

    The Big Key

    Thursday, May 25, 1950 · 29:47 · Ep 50

    Detectives investigate the brutal murder of a woman found in a churchyard, piecing together meager clues to identify the killer. The case unfolds on Christmas Day, raising the stakes for the detectives as they race against time.

    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Crime
    • Psychological
    • Noir
  38. Dragnet

    The Big Pug

    Thursday, May 18, 1950 · 29:20 · Ep 49

    Detectives Friday and Romero investigate a brutal robbery where an elderly cafe owner is assaulted in a bank parking lot. They must track down the ruthless criminals before they strike again.

    • Tense
    • Crime
    • Murder
    • Psychological
    • Noir
  39. Dragnet

    The Big Knife

    Thursday, May 11, 1950 · 29:18 · Ep 48

    A potential killer is stalking high school girls, leaving a trail of brutal knifings. Detectives Friday and Romero must uncover the truth before more lives are at risk.

    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Psychological
    • Crime
    • Drama
  40. Dragnet

    The Big Badge

    Thursday, May 4, 1950 · 29:18 · Ep 47

    Detectives Friday and Romero pursue the Badge Bandit, a criminal who has been violently robbing victims while posing as a policeman. The stakes rise as the bandit continues his spree, leaving the detectives racing against time to stop him.

    • Tense
    • Crime
    • Murder
    • Psychological
    • Noir
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