Serialized cop-vs-mob novel on network TV; stylish sibling to Miami Vice.
Why it matters
Episode guide
44 episodes across 2 seasons — titles, air dates, and synopses.
At a glance
1960s detective Torello obsessively pursues rising gangster Ray Luca across cities.
Network & studio
- NBC — broadcast network
Why watch now
Watch for the cultural DNA of the 1980s — and the star power that made living rooms feel like red carpets.
Cultural impact
Serialized cop-vs-mob novel on network TV; stylish sibling to Miami Vice.
Creators
Chuck Adamson · Gustave Reininger
Key cast
- Dennis Farina as Lt. Mike Torello
- Anthony Denison as Ray Luca
- Stephen Lang as David Abrams
Flash facts
- NBC (1986–1988).
- Michael Mann executive producer energy.
- Period detail and continuing storylines.
- Guest-star farm for future stars.
FAQ
What network aired Crime Story?
Crime Story is associated with NBC (1986–1988).
Why is Crime Story in the TV Flash top 100 for the 1980s?
Serialized cop-vs-mob novel on network TV; stylish sibling to Miami Vice.
Who are the key names behind Crime Story?
Creators and principals include Chuck Adamson, Gustave Reininger.
Official & further reading
External sites for further reading — TV Flash is not affiliated with these networks or studios.
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