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Cop dramas are a staple of network television, with shows like "NCIS" and "Law & Order: SVU" acting as proof that, if there are people watching something, it can easily run for decades. Streaming has gotten into the game as well, with the popularity of series like "True Detective" and "Mindhunter" reinforcing interest in the genre.

However, sometimes you want to try something a little different, something new. For police drama fans looking to expand into other genres, sci-fi is the perfect option. While sci-fi is often associated with otherworldly adventures and living on a spaceship for years at a time, there are plenty of series with a similar feel to cop dramas.

They manage to incorporate what we love about procedurals, like strong partnerships and interesting cases, with a science twist, often through time travel or the supernatural.…