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. Pages in category "1980s American mystery television series" The following 45 pages are in this category, out of 45 total.
This list may not reflect recent changes. The 1980s was a legendary decade for television, brimming with compelling narratives and captivating characters that left indelible marks on the crime drama genre. Crime dramas in particular gained immense popularity, with viewers eagerly tuning in to follow the intense investigations and complicated lives of law enforcement and private investigators.
The best 1980s crime drama shows weren't. A wealthy mystery man named Charlie runs a detective agency via a speakerphone and his personal assistant, John Bosley. His detectives are three beautiful women, who end up in a variety of difficult situations.
Explore the best '80s TV detective shows you can still watch today, from cozy mysteries to iconic crime dramas. A selection of the best 1980s crime drama and detective shows on TV. Compiled out of more than 50 notable shows, this list pass the critics' litmus test.
From the gold-standard ensemble sitcom Cheers to the groundbreaking police procedural Hill Street Blues, the 1980s brought some of the greatest TV shows ever made. While cinema took a nosedive following the revolutionary American New Wave, there was still plenty of great television being made in the '80s. The '80s brought ahead.
Some shows focus on specific areas of crime, and some dive into all three. 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 this list, we spotlight 10 detective shows from the '80s that are truly dripping with aura.
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