Dragnet - Big Drive
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Dragnet - Big Drive

B1IntermediateOctober 5, 202628 min
  • Documentary
  • Crime & justice

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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and television.

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You get a call that the body of a dead man has been found in a vacant lot.

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Ladies and gentlemen, the story you are about to hear is true. The names have been changed to protect the innocent. Fatima cigarettes, king size, extra mild and soothing, brings you dragnet on both radio and television.

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You're a detective sergeant. You're assigned a homicide division. You get a call that the body of a dead man has been found in a vacant lot. The man has been beaten to death. Your job, investigate. Friends, the name Fatima has always stood for quality.

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Fatimas are distinctive, with a truly different flavor and aroma. And in king-size Fatima, you get an extra mild and soothing smoke. Plus the added protection of Fatima quality. Remember, in Fatima, the difference is quality.

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