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On This Day: June 26, 1987 – Dragnet Premieres in Theaters

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On This Day: June 26, 1987 – Dragnet Premieres in Theaters.

On this day June 26, 1987, Dragnet premiered in theaters, bringing a comedic twist to the classic television series of the same name. Starring Dan Aykroyd as the by the book Joe Friday and Tom Hanks as the laid back Pep Streebek, the film updated the familiar police procedural with 80s flair, quick wit, and buddy cop chemistry.

Aykroyd’s deadpan delivery paid tribute to the original Joe Friday character while also leaning into parody, and Hanks brought a playful charm that balanced the...
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