EP#173: Dragnet 1987

In this episode, Charlie & George are hitting the streets of LA to revisit cult comedy TV show adaptation, Dragnet! They delve into the production of one of 1987's biggest hits, very much a passion project for writer and star Dan Ackroyd, co-starring a then-up-and-coming actor called Tom Hanks and directed by Bond alumni, Tom Mankiewicz. There's also chat around the legacy of Dragnet, some alternative casting, and the bizarre craze of a tie-in rap song - so a whole lot more than just the facts, maam! COPYRIGHTED MATERIAL USED IN LINE WITH CREATIVE COMMONS ACT

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EP#173: Dragnet 1987 is an episode from Retro Ramble by George McGhee & Charlie McGhee.

This episode is 54:20 long.

This episode was published on Dec 3, 2025.

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