Naked City

Naked City (1958-1963)

EndedScripted showDrama, Crime

Naked City was inspired by the 1948 motion picture The Naked City. Filmed on location in New York City, the series centered on the detectives of NYPD's 65th Precinct.

Network
Scheduleevery Wednesday at 22:00 (60 min)

Last Episode

Barefoot on a Bed of Coals
Season 4Episode 3460 min

Barefoot on a Bed of Coals

A man who failed to qualify for the NYPD takes to impersonating a uniformed patrolman.His motives have to do with wanting to serve the public and also wanting to attract more desirable women. When he becomes involved in stopping a robbery and uses his non-regulation firearm the real NYPD searches him out.
May 29, 1963

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S04E34Barefoot on a Bed of CoalsMay 29, 1963
S04E33Golden Lads and GirlsMay 22, 1963
S04E32One, Two, Three, Rita RakahowskiMay 15, 1963
S04E31The S.S. American DreamMay 8, 1963
S04E30Color Schemes Like Never BeforeMay 1, 1963
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did the TV show 'Naked City' premiere?

'Naked City' premiered on September 30, 1958.

Who were the creators of the TV show 'Naked City'?

'Naked City' was created by Stirling Silliphant.

Who was the main character in 'Naked City'?

'Naked City' did not have a consistent main character, as each episode featured different characters and storylines.

What was the genre of 'Naked City'?

'Naked City' was a police procedural drama.

Where was 'Naked City' set?

'Naked City' was set in New York City.

Who was the host and narrator of 'Naked City'?

'Naked City' had no host or narrator, as it relied on a traditional dramatic format.

How many episodes were there in the first season of 'Naked City'?

The first season of 'Naked City' consisted of 39 episodes.

Did 'Naked City' receive any awards during its run?

Yes, 'Naked City' received several awards, including two Emmy Awards in 1959 for Outstanding Writing Achievement in Drama.

Which famous directors directed episodes of 'Naked City'?

'Naked City' featured episodes directed by renowned directors such as Arthur Hiller, Sydney Pollack, and Sam Wanamaker.

Were the episodes of 'Naked City' based on real-life cases?

While 'Naked City' drew inspiration from real-life cases, the episodes were primarily fictional.

How long was each episode of 'Naked City'?

Each episode of 'Naked City' had a runtime of approximately 60 minutes.

Was 'Naked City' considered a critical success?

Yes, 'Naked City' was widely praised by critics for its unique storytelling and realistic portrayal of urban life.

Cast

Paul Burke

Paul Burke

plays Det. Adam Flint
Lawrence Dobkin

Lawrence Dobkin

voices Narrator
Nancy Malone

Nancy Malone

plays Libby Kingston
Harry Bellaver

Harry Bellaver

plays Det. Frank Arcaro
Horace McMahon

Horace McMahon

plays Lt. Mike Parker
James Franciscus

James Franciscus

plays Det. James 'Jimmy' Halloran
John McIntire

John McIntire

plays Lt. Dan Muldoon
Herbert B. Leonard

Herbert B. Leonard

voices Narrator
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Characters

Det. Adam Flint

Det. Adam Flint

played by Paul Burke
Narrator

Narrator

voiced by Lawrence Dobkin
Libby Kingston

Libby Kingston

played by Nancy Malone
Det. Frank Arcaro

Det. Frank Arcaro

played by Harry Bellaver
Lt. Mike Parker

Lt. Mike Parker

played by Horace McMahon
Det. James 'Jimmy' Halloran

Det. James 'Jimmy' Halloran

played by James Franciscus
Lt. Dan Muldoon

Lt. Dan Muldoon

played by John McIntire
Narrator

Narrator

voiced by Herbert B. Leonard
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