December 16th, 1951- September 6th, 1959 (NBC)
January 12th, 1967-September 10th, 1970 (NBC)
One of the most famous crime shows in television history. It Starred Jack Webb as Sgt. Joe Friday with Ben Alexander as Friday's sidekick and George Fennerman who replaced Hal Gibney the announcer. In 1967, the show was revived with Webb once again playing the role of Joe Friday and Harry Morgan portraying Friday's partner, Bill Gannon. The revival was titled Dragnet '67.
The open and first 11 minutes are heard. Sponsored by Chesterfield Cigarettes.