Below is a complete list of American detective/mystery/crime shows from the 1980s, in alphabetical order. This includes shows that started in the 1970s and continued into the 80s, as well as shows that started in the 1980s and continued into the 90s.

Mar 15, 2025 · From some good '80s crime drama series that follow law enforcement agents as they attempt to catch criminals, to others that are about lawyers, to still other top 1980s police shows that are about undercover cops pretending to be high schoolers.

Dec 28, 2022 · From hard-boiled private investigators to suave police detectives, these shows featured a diverse cast of characters who were all united in their quest to solve crimes and bring criminals to...

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A selection of the best 1980s crime dramas and detective shows on TV. Compiled out of more than 50 notable shows, this list pass the critics' litmus test.

Nov 9, 2024 · Many of the best crime shows on TV today were inspired by, or are even direct reboots of, great crime shows from the 1980s. In fact, that decade was arguably one of the best for the genre. There...

Aug 11, 2024 · Detective stories from the '80s showcased a diversity of genres, including comedies, thrillers, and buddy cop movies, still popular today. Familiar faces like Harrison Ford, Jackie Chan, and Sean Connery starred in these films, while others like Eddie Murphy found success and showcased their talent.

In the Heat of the Night is an American police procedural crime drama television series loosely based on 1965 novel of the same title and the 1967 film of the same name. The TV series starred Carroll O'Connor as police chief Bill Gillespie and Howard Rollins as police detective Virgil Tibbs.

May 23, 2018 · Need a dose of positivity in your mystery? Looking for a blast from the past? Here are eight of the best 80s detective shows, available for streaming now.

Jul 7, 2021 · The TV detective shows of the 1980s ran the gamut from hardboiled cop vehicles to whimsical septuagenarians, each one offering killer entertainment.