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Police Woman 1974

“Enough action to satisfy the world!”

★ 6.4/10 · 33 votes TV-PG Action & AdventureCrimeDrama 4 seasons · 92 eps Ended
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What is Police Woman?

Police Woman is an American police procedural television series that aired on NBC from 1974 to 1978. The show was created by Robert L.

Type
TV series
Year
1974
Status
Ended
Episodes
92
Runtime
60 minutes
First aired
Sep 13, 1974
Last aired
Mar 30, 1978
Original language
EN
Origin
US
Networks
NBC
Genres
Action & Adventure, Crime, Drama
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Overview

Police Woman is an American police procedural television series that aired on NBC from 1974 to 1978. The show was created by Robert L. Collins and stars Angie Dickinson in the lead role. It follows Sergeant "Pepper" Anderson, an undercover officer with the Los Angeles Police Department's Criminal Conspiracy Unit. Anderson specializes in going undercover to infiltrate criminal organizations, often portraying roles such as a mob associate or sex worker to gather evidence and solve cases. The series ran for four seasons and focused on her work within the LAPD, highlighting investigations into various forms of organized crime and conspiracy. Earl Holliman, Charles Dierkop, and Ed Bernard also starred in supporting roles throughout the show's run.

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Should you watch it?

“Undercover cop Pepper Anderson takes on dangerous cases disguised as a gangster's moll and more.”

Reasons to watch
  • Groundbreaking female-led police procedural
  • Strong central performance by Angie Dickinson
  • Unique undercover cop concept for its time
Keep in mind
  • Dated production values
  • Limited character development beyond the lead

You're interested in classic cop shows with a feminist twist.

Suitable for mature audiences due to crime and violence themes.

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Episode guide

Season 1 · 22 episodes Open the complete Season 1 guide →
Season 2 · 24 episodes
Season 3 · 23 episodes
Season 4 · 22 episodes

Frequently asked questions

Is this based on a real person?

No, Sergeant Pepper Anderson is a fictional character.

Where can I watch full episodes?

Full episodes are available on platforms like fuboTV and Crackle.

Did the show win any awards?

Angie Dickinson received Emmy nominations and a Golden Globe award.

How many seasons are there?

The series ran for four seasons from 1974 to 1978.

What makes this show unique?

It was the first hour-long drama starring a woman as a police officer.