#33: Crime Story (1986-1988)

Crime Story distinguished itself in the 1980s with sharp writing, gritty style, and a bold commitment to serialized storytelling—something rare for its time. When it premiered in 1986, it attracted an impressive 30 million viewers, immediately setting itself apart from typical police dramas.

Set in the early 1960s, the show’s blend of noir atmosphere, period music, and ongoing plotlines earned it critical acclaim. Time magazine even recognized it as one of the decade’s standout series.