Dragnet
"Only the names have been changed"
Originally released in 1969. Dragnet is a crime/tv movie film. directed by Jack Webb.
Starring Jack Webb, Harry Morgan, and Vic Perrin
Synopsis
Also known as "Dragnet 1966," this TV movie was originally the pilot for the 1967 relaunch of the original 1950s "Dragnet" radio show and TV show (which also had its own movie in 1954, from the same creative team). However, the pilot wasn't actually aired until 1969. In this feature-length entry, Sgt. Joe Friday is called back from vacation to work with his partner, Officer Bill Gannon, on a missing persons case. Two amateur female models and a young war widow have vanished, having been last seen with one J. Johnson. In the course of tracking down Johnson and the young ladies, the detectives wind up with two different descriptions of the suspect, one of which closely resembles a dead body found in a vacant lot. But the dead man, later identified as Charles LeBorg of France, proves not to be J. Johnson, when a third young model disappears.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 27, 1969
57 years ago
Runtime
1h 40m
100 minutes total
User Rating
5.0/10
Mixed (4 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Mark VII Ltd.
- Universal Television
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dragnet about?
Also known as "Dragnet 1966," this TV movie was originally the pilot for the 1967 relaunch of the original 1950s "Dragnet" radio show and TV show (which also had its own movie in 1954, from the sam...
Who directed Dragnet?
Dragnet was directed by Jack Webb.
How long is Dragnet?
Dragnet has a runtime of 1 hours and 40 minutes (100 minutes total).
When was Dragnet released?
Dragnet was released on January 27, 1969 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Dragnet?
The main cast of Dragnet includes Jack Webb, Harry Morgan, Vic Perrin, Virginia Gregg, Gene Evans.