Max Tyler: The Friend Who Ran

In this gripping tale from January 5, 1950, Sergeant Joe Friday faces a personal crisis when a friend from the Army, Max Tyler, is caught robbing a jewelry store—and he’s the one who has to put him away. But when Max escapes from prison just months before a potential parole, Friday is forced to track him down again—this time, with more on the line than just justice. It’s a powerful story about trust, betrayal, and redemption.

Cast:

Jack Webb, Barton Yarborough, Raymond Burr, Virginia Gregg, Harry Bartell

Tags:

Dragnet, robbery, escape, prison, LAPD, betrayal, redemption, fugitives, SanQuentin, California, manhunt, noir, detectives, drama, reformation, policework, suspense, 1950s, JoeFriday, friendship

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