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207 episodes in dragnet

  1. 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
  2. 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
  3. 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
  4. 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
  5. 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
  6. 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
  7. 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
  8. 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
  9. 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
  10. 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
  11. 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
  12. 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
  13. Dragnet

    The Big Check

    Thursday, August 31, 1950 · 29:19 · Ep 64

    Friday and Romero investigate Harry Johanson, a check forger who has been deceiving small business owners with bad checks. As they delve deeper, they uncover the tragic outcome of Johanson's life of crime.

    • Ominous
    • Crime
    • Murder
    • Psychological
    • Drama
  14. 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
  15. 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
  16. 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
  17. 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
  18. 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
  19. 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
  20. 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
  21. 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
  22. 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
  23. 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
  24. 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
  25. 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
  26. Dragnet

    The Big Trial

    Thursday, April 20, 1950 · 29:19 · Ep 45

    Detectives Friday and Romero investigate a hit-and-run case involving Sheila Gordon, who mysteriously fails to appear for the trial of the driver responsible for her injuries. As they dig deeper, they uncover a web of deception and complicity.

    • Tense
    • Crime
    • Murder
    • Blackmail
    • Drama
  27. 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
  28. Dragnet

    The Big Book

    Thursday, April 6, 1950 · 29:27 · Ep 43

    Detectives Friday and Romero tackle the distribution of obscene comic books in high schools, seeking to uncover the source of this illicit material. The stakes rise as they confront various community members and peddlers involved in the scandal.

    • Tense
    • Crime
    • Psychological
    • Murder
    • Drama
  29. 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
  30. 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
  31. 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
  32. 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
  33. Dragnet

    The Big Man Part 1 (Narcotics)

    Thursday, January 12, 1950 · 29:18 · Ep 33

    Sergeant Friday goes undercover to infiltrate a narcotics gang in Los Angeles, aiming to gather evidence against a notorious dealer. The stakes are high as he risks his safety to bring down the criminal operation.

    • Tense
    • Crime
    • Murder
    • Psychological
    • Drama
  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

    George Quan - The Jade Thumb Rings

    Thursday, December 8, 1949 · 29:14 · Ep 28

    Detectives Friday and Romero investigate the brutal beating of a Chinese jeweler and the theft of valuable jade thumb rings. A young boy's testimony becomes the key to solving the case.

    • Tense
    • Crime
    • Murder
    • Blackmail
    • Mystery
  37. 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
  38. 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
  39. 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
  40. Dragnet

    Sullivan Kidnapping

    Saturday, September 10, 1949 · 29:27 · Ep 15

    A young girl is kidnapped, and her father receives a ransom demand of $30,000. Detectives work against the clock to rescue her and apprehend the kidnapper known as 'The Wolf.'

    • Tense
    • Crime
    • Murder
    • Psychological
    • Drama
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