Episode
The Dragnet Radio Podcast #165- The Big Light
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- Radio Retropolis
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- Jul 11, 2026
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- 2139
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Summary
A movie director was killed at the studio when a 250 lb. stage lamp had fallen on him. Friday and Smith investigate to determine whether it was an accident or a murder. Commentary on Dragnet's claim to using real crimes for their stories. Plus, we look at films in which actual tragedies occurred during filming.