crime drama

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A superhero crime drama set in the DC Universe, “Lanterns” will follow a pair of intergalactic cops as they investigate a murder somewhere in the Midwest.

From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026

Simplicity delivers an almost wounding effect in his exemplary review of Arthur Penn’s 1967 crime drama “Bonnie and Clyde,” a film fueled by the intoxicating partnership of Warren Beatty and Faye Dunaway.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 24, 2026

After a few commercials, Jordan picked up small television roles before his first real break, appearing in a season of the lauded HBO crime drama "The Wire" at age 15.

From Barron's • Mar. 16, 2026

Director Elia Kazan’s crime drama takes the Oscar and Marlon Brando also wins for his portrayal of dockworker Terry Malloy.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 8, 2026

So no crime drama for us because that's the real world.

From The Flying Stingaree by Goodwin, Harold L. (Harold Leland)