Critically acclaimed police procedural crime drama series "Homicide: Life on the Street" is set to make its streaming debut on Peacock on August 19.
The show, known for its gritty and realistic portrayal of detective work in Baltimore, originally aired on NBC from 1993 to 1999 for seven seasons and 122 episodes. It is based on David Simon's book "Homicide: A Year on the Killing Streets." It won four Emmy Awards and three Peabody Awards.
Created by Paul Attanasio, the show portrayed a grittier and more downbeat perspective on police procedural dramas.
Its impressive ensemble cast includes Andre Braugher, Yaphet Kotto, Richard Belzer, Ned Beatty, and Melissa Leo.
John Munch, played by Belzer, became a popular character and continued his role in Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, with the two shows sharing a universe and having crossover episodes.
All seven seasons have been remastered to HD and 4K, overcoming the challenge of licensed music that had previously prevented the show from being available for streaming.
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