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122 episodes in dragnet

  1. Dragnet

    The Big Honeymoon

    Thursday, February 7, 1952 · 29:23 · Ep 139

    Dorothy Wagner's tragic suicide follows the disappearance of Charles R. Reynolds, who absconds with her $10,000. The police investigate the circumstances surrounding her death and the deceitful relationship she had with Reynolds.

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

    The Big Almost No Show

    Thursday, January 31, 1952 · 29:36 · Ep 138

    A woman reports her brother missing, prompting Sergeant Friday to investigate his sudden disappearance. As evidence unfolds, it becomes clear that his best friend may be involved in a darker truth.

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

    The Big Red Part 2

    Thursday, January 10, 1952 · 29:28 · Ep 135

    Sgt. Friday goes undercover to infiltrate a heroin ring, aiming to apprehend its leader while managing the risks of betrayal and danger.

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

    The Big Bungalow

    Thursday, November 15, 1951 · 29:35 · Ep 127

    Sgt. Friday and his partner investigate a series of burglaries after an informant reveals the identity of a skilled thief named Jeff Allen. The stakes rise as they uncover the extent of Allen's criminal activities.

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

    The Big Hit and Run Killer

    Thursday, November 8, 1951 · 29:46 · Ep 126

    A bakery truck strikes and kills an elderly woman and her grandson in a crosswalk, prompting a desperate search for the hit-and-run driver. Detectives must piece together witness accounts to find justice for the victims.

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

    The Big Market

    Thursday, October 25, 1951 · 26:26 · Ep 124

    Detectives Friday and Romero investigate a string of supermarket robberies in Los Angeles, where two bandits are on a rapid-fire crime spree. With 11 markets hit in just 21 days, the pressure is on to identify and apprehend the thieves before they strike again.

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

    The Big Want Ad

    Thursday, October 4, 1951 · 27:42 · Ep 121

    Detectives Friday and Romero investigate a clever auto theft gang posing as legitimate dealers, leaving innocent victims cheated out of their cars and money. They must unravel the con before more people fall prey to the scheme.

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

    The Big September Man

    Thursday, September 27, 1951 · 26:28 · Ep 120

    Detectives investigate the brutal murder of secretary Adele Pryor, found beaten to death in her office. They have a lead on a drunken man who claims to know her and may be connected to the crime.

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

    The Big Winchester

    Thursday, August 16, 1951 · 29:18 · Ep 114

    An elderly man is found dead in his home, initially suspected to be a suicide. However, detectives uncover evidence suggesting foul play may be involved.

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

    The Big Love

    Thursday, July 5, 1951 · 29:25 · Ep 108

    Detective Joe Friday investigates the mysterious disappearance of Mrs. Gorman and her two-year-old daughter, Nancy. As the case unfolds, suspicions arise around Mrs. Gorman's boyfriend, leading to shocking revelations.

    • Ominous
    • Murder
    • Psychological
    • Revenge
    • Noir
  11. 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
  12. 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
  13. 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
  14. 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
  15. 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
  16. 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
  17. 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
  18. 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
  19. 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
  20. 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
  21. 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
  22. 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
  23. 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
  24. 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
  25. 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
  26. 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
  27. 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
  28. 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
  29. Dragnet

    The Big Watch

    Thursday, April 13, 1950 · 29:23 · Ep 44

    Detectives Friday and Romero investigate a series of violent crimes committed by a gang targeting army officers. The stakes rise as they race against time to stop the Hitch-Hike Bandits before more lives are lost.

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

    The Big Gangster Part 1

    Thursday, March 23, 1950 · 29:13 · Ep 41

    Detectives Friday and Romero investigate an assassination attempt on notorious gangster Gus Valentine, whose death could spark a gang war. They must navigate the dangerous underworld while trying to protect innocent lives.

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

    The Big Boys

    Thursday, March 16, 1950 · 29:13 · Ep 40

    Detectives Joe Friday and Ben Romero investigate a gang of four young robbers who have come to Los Angeles from San Francisco, armed and dangerous. They must track down the criminals before they can execute their next heist.

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

    The Big Thank You

    Thursday, March 9, 1950 · 29:38 · Ep 39

    Detectives Friday and Romero investigate the disappearance of Laura Muller, who was supposed to be caring for parolee Annie Johnson, a convicted murderer. As they dig deeper, they uncover troubling signs that suggest something sinister has occurred.

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

    The Big Girl

    Thursday, February 9, 1950 · 29:20 · Ep 36

    Detectives Friday and Romero investigate a series of brutal robberies committed by a tall, blonde woman who shoots her victims. They must stop her before she strikes again.

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

    The Roseland Roof Murders

    Thursday, December 29, 1949 · 30:44 · Ep 31

    Detectives Friday and Romero investigate a gang responsible for a series of violent robberies, culminating in the murder of a dance hall manager. They prepare for a stake-out to catch the criminals in the act.

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

    22 Rifle for Christmas

    Thursday, December 22, 1949 · 29:22 · Ep 30

    A young boy named Stanley Johnstone goes missing just days before Christmas, and foul play is suspected. Detectives must uncover the truth behind his disappearance and the blood stains found in his backyard.

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

    Mrs. Rinard, Albert Barry - Mother-In-Law Murder

    Thursday, November 24, 1949 · 29:17 · Ep 26

    A mother-in-law is brutally murdered, and suspicion falls on her daughter-in-law, who claims she is innocent. Detectives Friday and Romero must unravel the truth amidst conflicting stories and hidden motives.

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

    Brick-Bat Slayer

    Saturday, September 24, 1949 · 29:13 · Ep 17

    A mad killer is on the loose in Los Angeles, using a brick-bat as his weapon. Detectives Friday and Romero work tirelessly to catch him before he strikes again.

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

    James Vickers - Cop Killing - Tunnel Chase

    Saturday, September 17, 1949 · 29:13 · Ep 16

    Detectives Friday and Romero investigate the shooting of a police officer by a suspect who escapes. They must track down the second man involved in the crime before he disappears for good.

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

    Eric Kelby - Body Buried In Nursery

    Saturday, September 3, 1949 · 29:52 · Ep 14

    A man's wife disappears, leading detectives to suspect foul play. As they investigate, the case takes a dark turn with evidence pointing towards murder.

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

    Production 11 aka Sixteen Jewel Thieves

    Thursday, August 18, 1949 · 29:43 · Ep 11

    A sudden wave of jewel thefts grips Los Angeles, with 16 burglaries in 16 days. Detectives Friday and Romero must track down the master thief before more valuable items are stolen.

    • Tense
    • Crime
    • Murder
    • Psychological
    • Noir
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