police procedural

NOUN

crime story

Synonyms

WEAK

crime drama

Example Sentences

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A police procedural about Dutton family son Kayce Dutton, a character who now works as an investigator, “Marshals” premiered on CBS in March, having been produced by Sheridan but written by someone else.

From MarketWatch • May 5, 2026

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

“I think he’s right,” says Squibb, who loves police procedural shows and has several bookshelves filled with Scandinavian crime novels.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 18, 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