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Dragnet - Old Time Radio

Jack Webb
Los Angeles
Los Angeles Police Department
Robbery
Murder
Burglary
Homicide
Narcotics
Fatima Cigarettes
Kidnapping
Crime
California
Police Investigation
Crime Investigation
Forgery
Domestic Violence
Homicide Investigation
Mental Health
Theft
Grand Theft
Hijacking

A groundbreaking police procedural drama that follows Sergeant Joe Friday and his partners as they investigate crimes in Los Angeles. Known for its realistic portrayal of police work, the series emphasized methodical investigations and factual storytelling, setting a new standard for crime dramas.

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A groundbreaking police procedural drama that follows Sergeant Joe Friday and his partners as they investigate crimes in Los Angeles. Known for its realistic portrayal of police work, the series emphasized methodical investigations and factual storyt... more

A groundbreaking police procedural drama that follows Sergeant Joe Friday and his partners as they investigate crimes in Los Angeles. Known for its realistic portrayal of police work, the series emphasized methodical investigations and factual storyt... more

A groundbreaking police procedural drama that follows Sergeant Joe Friday and his partners as they investigate crimes in Los Angeles. Known for its realistic portrayal of police work, the series emphasized methodical investigations and factual storyt... more

A groundbreaking police procedural drama that follows Sergeant Joe Friday and his partners as they investigate crimes in Los Angeles. Known for its realistic portrayal of police work, the series emphasized methodical investigations and factual storyt... more

A groundbreaking police procedural drama that follows Sergeant Joe Friday and his partners as they investigate crimes in Los Angeles. Known for its realistic portrayal of police work, the series emphasized methodical investigations and factual storyt... more

A groundbreaking police procedural drama that follows Sergeant Joe Friday and his partners as they investigate crimes in Los Angeles. Known for its realistic portrayal of police work, the series emphasized methodical investigations and factual storyt... more

A groundbreaking police procedural drama that follows Sergeant Joe Friday and his partners as they investigate crimes in Los Angeles. Known for its realistic portrayal of police work, the series emphasized methodical investigations and factual storyt... more

A groundbreaking police procedural drama that follows Sergeant Joe Friday and his partners as they investigate crimes in Los Angeles. Known for its realistic portrayal of police work, the series emphasized methodical investigations and factual storyt... more

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Virginia Brewer
Dancer and girlfriend of the suspect Marty
Episode: Dragnet - Big Affair
Mrs. Gordon
Witness to the robbery, wife of Mr. Gordon
Episode: Dragnet - Big Affair
Mr. Gordon
Witness to the robbery, husband of Mrs. Gordon
Episode: Dragnet - Big Affair
Professor Kessel
Professor of Philosophy at Simmons College
Simmons College
Episode: Dragnet - Big Grab 2
Maria Camacho
Victim described in case
Former employee at Universal Aircraft
Episode: Dragnet - Big Key 2
Tony Perez
Suspect in the case
Shine stand patron; hotel?
Episode: Dragnet - Big Key 2
Frank Tolano
Suspect in later related interrogation
Good Friends Mission Annex resident
Episode: Dragnet - Big Key 2
James Mitchell
Self-accused suspect in the murder case
Episode: Dragnet - Big Whiff
Jeanette Hopkins
Victim in the case, mother of Arnold Hopkins
Episode: Dragnet - Big Whiff

Hosts

Joe Friday
Detective Sergeant, central lead in the series, associated with methodical police work and Los Angeles Police Department.
Jack Webb
Star of Dragnet and key creative influence, associated with the show's formalized procedural style.

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Dragnet - Big Hate
Q: What was the big attraction? Why did I love Elizabeth? Is that what you mean?
Because I needed her. I couldn't be alone.
Dragnet - Big Cast
Q: How'd you kill Davis, Henry?
Henry claimed he killed Davis while having nightmares and swinging at hallucinations of faces, including Davis'.
Dragnet - Big Cast
Q: Where did you meet Davis, Henry?
Henry met Davis while hitchhiking in Ventura, where Davis gave him a ride.
Dragnet - Big Present
Q: You had to have a reason for committing these robberies. Do you want to tell us what it was?
I did it to be big, that's why. I had the things other people wanted, cigarettes, candy, the other things kids wanted.
Dragnet - Big Present
Q: Son, you wanted to talk to somebody from the papers. It's against the policy, but we swung it for you.
This is Sid Hughes from the Mirror.

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A classic, realist police procedural that follows investigators as they solve crimes in Los Angeles, emphasizing meticulous interviews, evidence gathering, and procedural accuracy. Episodes highlight everything from burglaries and forgeries to domestic disputes and hijackings, often weaving in social context, ethical tensions, and the human impact of crime. The show stands out for its historical significance in shaping crime drama with a grounded, factual storytelling style and a focus on process over glamor, making it a durable source for listeners who enjoy old-time radio, true crime angles, and procedural realism.

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Dragnet launched a year ago and published 412 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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1. Virginia Brewer
2. Mrs. Gordon
3. Mr. Gordon
4. Professor Kessel
5. Maria Camacho
6. Tony Perez
7. Frank Tolano
8. James Mitchell

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