The Cops

1998·Show
24Episodes in3Seasons
65
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb8.4Metacritic––Rotten Tomatoes––

Where to watch

PrimePhiloAmazon Prime Video Free with AdsCineverseTubi TV

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The Cops fingerprint

Light on feelings.

Energy

Tense

  • Tension7
  • Violence5
  • Adrenaline4

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Pathos6
  • Melancholy6
  • Catharsis4

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Dark Humor4
  • Situational Comedy2

World

Everyday modern life, crime, and history

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • Novelty7

Craft

Standout performances and characters

  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6
  • Sound Centrality6

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBinge-FriendlyThought-Provoking

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About

Set in and around Stanton, a faceless and grim Northern enclave, The Cops depicts the daily grind for a group of policemen and women out on the beat as they interact, and sometimes clash, with the local community.
Gritty Police DramaBritish RealismSocial CommentaryCharacter-DrivenUrban DecayProceduralAuthentic DialogueEveryday StrugglesEnsemble CastLate 90s UK

Crew

Written by:
Robert Jones, Kath Mattock, Jane English
Produced by:
Francis Hopkinson, Eric Coulter

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about The Cops

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Cops legally?

PrimePhiloAmazon Prime Video Free with AdsCineverseTubi TV

The Cops is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, Philo, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, Cineverse, and Tubi TV. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Cops worth watching?

65
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 66/100 (IMDb 8.4). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Cops rated?

Strong languageViolence

Content advisories: strong language and violence.

How many seasons does The Cops have?

3 seasons

It has 3 seasons with 24 episodes.

When did The Cops air?

It ran from 1998 to 2001 and has ended.

What language is The Cops in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.

In how many countries can I watch The Cops?

3CAGBUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Cops in 3 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Cops use?

Asshole VictimNo Communities Were HarmedThe RevealMarket-Based Title

TV Tropes lists 4 storytelling tropes for The Cops, including Asshole Victim, No Communities Were Harmed, The Reveal.

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