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Dragnet

Series Overview

Follows the cases of a dedicated Los Angeles police detective, Sergeant Joe Friday, and his partners. The show takes its name from the police term "dragnet", meaning a system of coordinated measures for apprehending criminals or suspects.

Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.

EndedScripted
Original Network
NBC
Episodes & Seasons

8 Seasons • 276 Episodes

30 min per episode

Air Date Window

1951 – 1959

Premiered: Sun, Dec 16, 1951

Created By
Jack WebbJack Webb

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Sun, Aug 23, 1959

Season 8, Episode 39: “The Big Red”

An informant's tip puts Friday on the trail of a narcotics ring.

Seasons & Episodes Breakdown

Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes

Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.

Dragnet 1951Official

Type: Opening Credits • Published 2008-10-06

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Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Jack Webb

Producers

Jack Webb

Department Leadership Roster

Jack Webb

Jack Webb

Producer

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: TV-PG

TV-PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — Contains material parents may find unsuitable for younger children.

International Certification Matrix

France (CNC)16

Interdit aux moins de 16 ans — 16+ only.

United States (MPAA)TV-PG

Parental Guidance Suggested — Contains material parents may find unsuitable for younger children.

Germany (FSK)16

FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.

CanadaPG

Parental Guidance Suggested.

Australia (ACB)PG

Parental Guidance — Recommended for mature viewers.

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Dragnet.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Dragnet

Key facts, seasons breakdown, and credits for search engines and AI assistants.

What is Dragnet about?

Follows the cases of a dedicated Los Angeles police detective, Sergeant Joe Friday, and his partners. The show takes its name from the police term "dragnet", meaning a system of coordinated measures for apprehending criminals or suspects.

How many seasons does Dragnet have?

Dragnet comprises 8 seasons available to explore.

Who stars in Dragnet?

Key cast members in Dragnet include Jack Webb, Ben Alexander.

Who created or directed Dragnet?

Dragnet was developed and directed by Jack Webb.