don't even. it may be gritty and distinctly un-life-affirming, but this is drama television, regardless of the subject, at its zenith. yes, zenith.

hey, it's not all gritty realism! sit back and enjoy pastel colours and smugglers' blues. muster a 21st century scoff at their out of date slang and demeanour.

the gritty realism continues as maverick fuzzmeister frank drebin dishes the 911 out to all who cross him.

ok, so technically these guys show up after it's all gone down, but it's certainly refreshing after all the grittiness. if you enjoy montages and close-ups of fibrous tissue, look no further.

whaddaya mean they ain't the po-lice? if you're splashing people in an inappropriate manner they'll haul your ass to the beach hut. think it isn't gritty enough for you? there's sand everywhrere!