21 Jump Street

The 1987 American crime drama television series created by Stephen J. Cannell and Patrick Hasburgh follows a special police unit composed of young-looking officers who go undercover in schools, colleges, and other youth-related venues to investigate crimes involving teenagers. The main characters include Officer Tom Hanson (Johnny Depp), Officer Doug Penhall (Peter DeLuise), Officer Judy Hoffs (Holly Robinson Peete), Officer Harry Truman Ioki (Dustin Nguyen), and Captain Adam Fuller (Steven Williams). The series addresses pressing social issues such as drugs, violence, racism, and juvenile delinquency, delving into the personal and professional challenges faced by the young officers. As Fox's first drama series, it played a significant role in establishing the network's popularity and marked a breakthrough in Johnny Depp's career. The show ran for four years — from April 12, 1987 to April 27, 1991 — and reached 103 episodes across five seasons.