Dragnet (1947): cast, story & where to watch
1947 · Film
Released in 1947, Dragnet is a comedy and mystery film directed by Leslie Goodwins, running about 71 minutes. “LUST...for riches. LOVE...of jewels. LURES her to doom!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Scotland Yard Inspector Geoffrey James comes to the United States looking for a band of international gem-thieves who have smuggled a rich load of jewels from England to America via a trans-ocean airline. Mary Hogan, an airline hostess, aids him in his quest.
Who’s in it. Dragnet stars Henry Wilcoxon as Inspector Geoffrey James, Douglass Dumbrille as Frank Farrington, Mary Brian as Anne Hogan and Virginia Dale as Irene Trilling, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Dragnet page.
If you liked it. Fans of Dragnet tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Dragnet (1947)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Dragnet change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Dragnet?
- Dragnet stars Henry Wilcoxon, Douglass Dumbrille, Mary Brian, Virginia Dale and Robert Kent.
- When was Dragnet released?
- Dragnet was released in 1947, with a runtime of about 71 minutes.