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Adam-12 1968

“1-Adam-12, 1-Adam-12, see the man...”

★ 7.1/10 · 48 votes TV-PG CrimeDrama 7 seasons · 174 eps Ended
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What is Adam-12?

Adam-12 is a television police drama that aired from 1968 to 1975. The series was created by Robert A.

Type
TV series
Year
1968
Status
Ended
Episodes
174
Runtime
30 minutes
First aired
Sep 21, 1968
Last aired
May 20, 1975
Original language
EN
Origin
US
Networks
NBC
Genres
Crime, Drama
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Overview

Adam-12 is a television police drama that aired from 1968 to 1975. The series was created by Robert A. Cinader and Jack Webb and starred Martin Milner and Kent McCord as two regular police officers. The show followed the officers as they patrolled the streets of Los Angeles in their patrol unit. The series focused on the daily activities of the police officers, providing a glimpse into their work. The main characters, Pete Malloy and Jim Reed, were part of the Los Angeles Police Department and worked together in their patrol unit, 1-Adam-12. The show was a drama that explored the experiences of the officers as they performed their duties. The series had a total run and featured the two main officers throughout.

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Should you watch it?

“Two Los Angeles police officers patrol the streets in their unit, 1-Adam-12.”

Reasons to watch
  • focuses on police work
  • features a patrol unit
Keep in mind
  • limited plot information provided

Watch it if you are interested in a television drama about Los Angeles police officers.

The series is a police drama featuring the daily activities of law enforcement officers.

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Episode guide

Season 1 · 26 episodes Open the complete Season 1 guide →
Season 2 · 26 episodes
Season 3 · 26 episodes
Season 4 · 24 episodes
Season 5 · 24 episodes

Frequently asked questions

Who are the main characters?

The series follows two police officers named Pete Malloy and Jim Reed.

What is the setting of the show?

The show is set in Los Angeles.

What is the unit name?

The officers patrol in a unit identified as 1-Adam-12.

What is the genre of the show?

Adam-12 is a television police drama.

What do the characters do?

The officers patrol the streets of Los Angeles.