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222 episodes in dragnet

  1. Dragnet

    The Big Present

    Tuesday, October 30, 1956 · 25:45 · Ep 365

    Detectives Joe Friday and Frank Smith investigate a series of burglaries in Los Angeles, focusing on a thief who only steals petty cash and leaves behind milk bottles. They suspect a juvenile may be involved as they follow the clues.

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

    The Big Scrapbook

    Tuesday, May 1, 1956 · 25:41 · Ep 350

    Detectives in Los Angeles receive a call about three armed robbers fleeing from San Diego after a hotel heist. Their mission is to track down the criminals before they can strike again.

    • Tense
    • Crime
    • Murder
    • Heist
    • Drama
  3. Dragnet

    22 Rifle for Christmas

    Tuesday, December 20, 1955 · 25:10 · Ep 331

    Detectives investigate the disappearance of nine-year-old Stanley Johnstone, suspected to be a victim of foul play. As they search for clues, the case takes a tragic turn involving a gun accident.

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

    The Big Close

    Tuesday, September 20, 1955 · 25:23 · Ep 318

    Detectives Friday and Smith investigate a homicide after a body is discovered in a motel room. As they delve into the victim's life, they uncover a web of deceit and betrayal.

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

    The Big Fellow

    Tuesday, August 30, 1955 · 24:16 · Ep 315

    Detectives Friday and Smith prepare for the arrival of the dangerous Merton brothers, who are armed robbers and drug users. The stakes rise as they race against time to prevent the brothers from committing more crimes in Los Angeles.

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

    The Big Beer

    Tuesday, August 16, 1955 · 26:26 · Ep 313

    Detectives Friday and Smith investigate the stabbing death of a night watchman at an appliance store, uncovering a web of relationships and motives as they search for the killer.

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

    The Big Sheet

    Tuesday, August 2, 1955 · 24:59 · Ep 311

    Detectives Friday and Smith respond to a burglary in progress at a drugstore, where they encounter a wounded thief who has just escaped after committing a violent crime.

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

    The Big Housemaid

    Tuesday, July 26, 1955 · 25:10 · Ep 310

    A woman posing as a housemaid steals valuables from homes in Los Angeles, claiming she is teaching her employers a lesson about trust. Detectives Joe Friday and Frank Smith are tasked with stopping her before she can cause more damage.

    • Tense
    • Crime
    • Psychological
    • Drama
    • Mystery
  9. Dragnet

    The Big Bobo

    Tuesday, July 19, 1955 · 29:07 · Ep 309

    A police sergeant faces accusations of accepting bribes to secure a prisoner's release. The investigation reveals a con artist exploiting the situation for personal gain.

    • Tense
    • Crime
    • Blackmail
    • Psychological
    • Drama
  10. Dragnet

    The Big Genius

    Tuesday, July 12, 1955 · 25:00 · Ep 308

    A teenage boy is caught stealing food and books, prompting detectives to investigate his troubled background and motivations. The case reveals deeper issues of homelessness and the desire for education.

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

    The Big Convertible

    Tuesday, June 28, 1955 · 25:06 · Ep 306

    Detectives Friday and Smith investigate a man passing bad payroll checks across Los Angeles, using a rented car and a convincing disguise. With multiple victims and no solid leads, the pressure mounts to catch the forger before he strikes again.

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

    The Big Fall Guy

    Tuesday, June 14, 1955 · 29:23 · Ep 304

    Detectives Friday and Smith investigate a robbery at a delicatessen where the thief left a note demanding money. The case escalates as they uncover the suspect's identity and motives.

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

    The Big Limp

    Tuesday, June 7, 1955 · 24:50 · Ep 303

    Detectives Friday and Smith investigate a jewelry store burglary linked to a man with a cut foot. They uncover a larger robbery plan involving a dangerous criminal.

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

    The Big Sisters

    Tuesday, May 31, 1955 · 29:19 · Ep 302

    Detectives Friday and Smith investigate a reported burglary by an elderly woman, Miss Dunbetter, who claims a man stole $300 from her apartment. As they delve into the case, they uncover unexpected details about her story.

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

    The Big Siege

    Tuesday, May 24, 1955 · 25:42 · Ep 301

    A dangerous bank robber is cornered in a house, and the police must find a way to apprehend him without further bloodshed. Tensions rise as they prepare for a standoff with the armed suspect.

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

    The Big Squealer

    Tuesday, May 17, 1955 · 25:27 · Ep 300

    A teenage boy is found critically injured in an alley, and detectives must navigate the reluctance of witnesses to uncover the truth behind the stabbing. The investigation reveals the complexities of youth and loyalty in a dangerous environment.

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

    The Big Revision

    Tuesday, May 10, 1955 · 25:35 · Ep 299

    Detectives Joe Friday and Frank Smith investigate a burglary case involving over $200,000 in stolen furs and jewelry. They aim to uncover the whereabouts of the loot and the identity of the accomplice.

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

    The Big Momma

    Tuesday, May 3, 1955 · 25:26 · Ep 298

    Detectives Friday and Smith investigate the sudden disappearance of Henry Orlean, the owner of Multiple Uranium Investments, after his secretary Clara Givens reports he has vanished with company records. The stakes rise as they attempt to track him down before he can evade justice.

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

    The Big Child

    Tuesday, April 26, 1955 · 25:29 · Ep 297

    A two-year-old girl is brought to the hospital in critical condition, and detectives investigate her mysterious poisoning while searching for her missing mother. The case reveals troubling truths about family and responsibility.

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

    The Big Deal

    Tuesday, April 19, 1955 · 24:34 · Ep 296

    Detectives Friday and Smith investigate a rise in auto thefts linked to an organized gang. They seek to uncover the thieves' methods and connections before more cars disappear.

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

    The Big No Tooth

    Tuesday, April 5, 1955 · 24:00 · Ep 294

    Detectives Friday and Smith investigate a series of hotel robberies involving a bandit armed with a sawed-off shotgun. They must gather clues and track down the suspect before he strikes again.

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

    The Big Death

    Tuesday, March 29, 1955 · 24:17 · Ep 293

    Detectives Friday and Smith investigate the murder of Arthur McNeil, who is found shot in a rundown hotel. With no apparent motive or leads, they must uncover the truth behind the killing.

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

    The Big Talk

    Tuesday, March 22, 1955 · 24:52 · Ep 292

    A watch salesman reports a robbery and identifies two suspects, leading Sergeant Friday and his partner on a tense investigation. As they dig deeper, they uncover a web of crime linked to a murder and a parole violator.

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

    The Big Set

    Tuesday, March 15, 1955 · 25:12 · Ep 291

    Detectives Friday and Smith investigate a series of robberies linked to two holdup men in Los Angeles. They gather evidence and witness accounts to track down the suspects responsible for the crime wave.

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

    The Big Father

    Tuesday, March 8, 1955 · 25:31 · Ep 290

    In The Big Father, detectives investigate a series of burglaries in the Silver Lake district, where a thief poses as an electric company worker. The stakes rise as they uncover the connection between the burglaries and a recent assault on an elderly woman.

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

    The Big Set-Up

    Tuesday, March 1, 1955 · 25:51 · Ep 289

    Detectives Friday and Smith investigate a surge of drug-related crimes among juveniles in Los Angeles. They go undercover to uncover the source of heroin flooding the streets.

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

    The Big Slug

    Tuesday, February 22, 1955 · 25:45 · Ep 288

    Detectives Friday and Smith respond to a liquor store shooting where the owner is found dead. They investigate the circumstances surrounding the crime and the suspects involved.

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

    The Big Gap

    Tuesday, February 8, 1955 · 25:34 · Ep 286

    Detectives Friday and Smith investigate a swindle involving a man who believes he has been cheated out of $1500 by a fraudulent emerald ring. As they delve deeper, they uncover a more sinister crime connected to the case.

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

    The Big Bird

    Tuesday, February 1, 1955 · 25:56 · Ep 285

    Detectives Friday and Smith investigate a series of burglaries in new housing developments where the thief kills pet birds. As the case unfolds, they race against time to catch the perpetrator before more families are affected.

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

    The Big Token

    Tuesday, January 18, 1955 · 25:32 · Ep 283

    Detectives Joe Friday and Frank Smith investigate a liquor store robbery that ends in murder. They must gather evidence and witness testimonies to catch the armed suspect terrorizing the city.

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

    The Big Mug

    Tuesday, January 4, 1955 · 26:06 · Ep 281

    Sgt. Friday and his partner investigate a strong arm bandit who has been terrorizing the downtown area, breaking a woman's arm in the process. They must gather evidence and catch the criminal before he strikes again.

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

    The Big Underground

    Tuesday, December 28, 1954 · 25:39 · Ep 280

    Detectives Friday and Smith investigate a series of burglaries and car thefts linked to a suspect named Paul Dereaux. As they gather evidence, they face the challenge of uncovering the thief's identity before more crimes occur.

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

    The Big Little Jesus

    Tuesday, December 21, 1954 · 27:20 · Ep 279

    Detectives Joe Friday and Frank Smith investigate the theft of a religious statue from a historic church in Los Angeles just before Christmas. They face challenges in tracking down the missing piece of art and restoring hope to the community.

    • Cozy
    • Crime
    • Supernatural
    • Revenge
    • Drama
  34. Dragnet

    The Big Lens

    Tuesday, December 14, 1954 · 26:27 · Ep 278

    Detectives Friday and Smith investigate the kidnapping and robbery of Mrs. Alston, who provides crucial details about her assailants. The case hinges on a unique clue left behind at the crime scene.

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

    The Big Dig

    Tuesday, December 7, 1954 · 25:53 · Ep 277

    A woman reports her sister Margaret Shayne missing, suspecting her brother-in-law of foul play. Detectives Friday and Smith investigate the case, uncovering bloodstains and a troubling family dynamic.

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

    The Big Gone

    Tuesday, November 30, 1954 · 26:06 · Ep 276

    Detectives Friday and Smith investigate a flower shop robbery where two men are shot, but the bodies mysteriously disappear. They must unravel the truth behind the crime and find the missing suspects.

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

    The Big Dog

    Tuesday, November 16, 1954 · 24:47 · Ep 274

    An elderly man threatens his neighborhood with a shotgun, seeking revenge for the poisoning of his beloved dog. Detectives Friday and Smith must intervene before the situation escalates further.

    • Tense
    • Revenge
    • Crime
    • Psychological
    • Drama
  38. Dragnet

    The Big Coins

    Tuesday, November 9, 1954 · 25:02 · Ep 273

    A burglar sets fire to homes after stealing valuables, leaving detectives with few clues. The investigation intensifies when old coins are discovered among the stolen items.

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

    The Big Locker

    Tuesday, November 2, 1954 · 29:32 · Ep 272

    Detectives investigate a pawn shop when a man attempts to sell a suspicious emerald ring, leading them to uncover a jewelry robbery.

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

    The Big Mannikin

    Tuesday, October 19, 1954 · 26:45 · Ep 270

    Detectives investigate the disappearance of Jason Helmer, who is reported missing by his wife. The case takes a dark turn when they discover a murder linked to his drinking companion, Fredrick Madison.

    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Crime
    • Psychological
    • Noir
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