If the cops were corrupt, it might work. Make it a more gritty reboot about cops on the take. Lots of drugs, mafia, and cash.

The cinematography would have to be a character as well, to bring some style to the show that would be an updated substitute to the flash and pastels of the original. Maybe something more modern noir.

And the soundtrack would be important, too. It was a huge part of the original show, and pop stars of the day often made guest appearances as characters.

So I think it could be done, but it would have to be done with an updated spin. I have clearly given way too much thought to this.