police procedural

Example Sentences

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Claudia seeks the truth in a story that combines forensic puzzle, legal thriller and police procedural.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 12, 2025

Their styles prove surprisingly complementary in this thoughtful and character-rich police procedural.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 14, 2025

ABC’s “Will Trent” is no ordinary police procedural.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2025

With the dynamic NBC police procedural “Hill Street Blues,” he leaned into this type even more.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 15, 2024

This military police procedural drama, still going strong after a staggering 21 seasons, has never been a favorite of critics.

From New York Times • May 28, 2024