21 Jump Street

Young-looking detectives

21 Jump Street was an American television drama (1987–1991) about young-looking police officers who went undercover in high schools to investigate crimes.

The show launched Johnny Depp's career.

The title has become shorthand for any undercover operation involving adults posing as teenagers, or for cops who look young enough to pass as students: He's got that 21 Jump Street look.

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