Cops

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  • TV-14
  • 1989
  • 36 Seasons
  • 6.9  (7,384)

Cops is a reality TV show that follows police officers on duty as they chase after notorious suspects, arrest criminals, and keep innocent civilians safe. For over three decades, viewers have been tuning in to this intense and raw series to witness the day-to-day experiences of law enforcement.

The show first premiered on Spike TV in 1989 and immediately earned a wide fan base for its thrilling and candid portrayal of the men and women who work tirelessly to maintain order and safeguard society. The primary cast of Cops includes Ruben Barela, Andrew Fincher, and Alex Cox, who have become synonymous with the show and have been instrumental in its success over the years.

As the cameras roll, viewers are taken on a wild ride through the streets of America's most dangerous cities. The Cops crew captures footage of high-speed car chases, dangerous confrontations, and violent arrests as police officers risk their lives to preserve the safety of their communities. The show has impressed viewers with its knack for keeping things real, steering clear of scriptwriting or stunts that would compromise authenticity.

The series has had a profound impact on how people perceive law enforcement in the United States. By shining a light on the harrowing conditions that officers face every day, the show has helped viewers gain a greater appreciation for the bravery of these men and women. Cops have also demonstrated the downsides of the job, such as the risk of injury, trauma, and stigma, all of which are crucial to any honest portrayal of law enforcement work.

Since its inception, Cops has garnered a massive following and has become one of the most popular shows on television. Its unique format and unflinching realism have won the show numerous accolades over the years, including six Emmy nominations and two Emmy awards. For viewers who crave a thrilling, visceral look at the work of police officers, Watch Cops Online is the ultimate source of entertainment.

Despite its enduring popularity, the show is not without controversy. Some have argued that it glorifies police violence or portrays the police in an uncritical light, while others have criticized the show for its lack of cultural sensitivity or accused it of contributing to police militarization. In recent years, increased scrutiny of the police has led to calls for Cops to be canceled, and in June 2020, the show was finally taken off the air.

Regardless of its impact, Cops has left a permanent mark on the TV landscape, reshaping the reality show genre and influencing a generation of viewers. The show's legacy is undeniable, and it will remain a memorable and impactful series for years to come. For those who missed it on TV, Watch Cops Online is the perfect vehicle to relive the experience and rediscover why Cops became a cultural phenomenon.

Cops is a series that ran for 36 seasons (1235 episodes) between December 22, 1989 and on Spike TV

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Seasons
Familiar Faces
17. Familiar Faces
December 6, 2024
Officers in Wichita, Kansas attempt a traffic stop on a green Honda. The driver begins to drive erratically, hitting a curb and disabling his car. He runs and is tased twice, all the while fighting with Officers. A passenger resists and is also tased. A driver refuses to exit his truck during a traffic stop in Escambia County, Florida leading to a brief struggle. In Wichita, Officers stop a woman and find Percocet in her purse. She claims her sister gave it to her for her depression.
Wild Ride
16. Wild Ride
November 29, 2024
During a stolen vehicle pursuit in Independence, Missouri, a female driver rams a patrol car, disabling both vehicles. The woman is taken into custody and pleads with Officers to take care of her small dog. Officers in Wichita, Kansas locate a stolen Honda Element in a gas station parking lot and take a man into custody who claims he was just a passenger. Officers locate a bicycle with no lights. The female rider tries to avoid them but winds up hitting a curb and crashing.
Catch Me If You Can
15. Catch Me If You Can
November 22, 2024
A white Impala leads Officers in Independence, Missouri on a lengthy pursuit, sometimes traveling off-road, before bailing and running into an apartment under construction. Greene County, Missouri Deputies chase a motorcyclist who admits he ran because he does not have a motorcycle endorsement on his license. Deputies in Escambia County, Florida stop a nervous man for driving without a seatbelt and discover the suspect ingested a baggie of fentanyl as he was being pulled over.
Light Confusion
14. Light Confusion
November 15, 2024
Officers in Wichita, Kansas stop a bicycle with no lights. When they cannot locate the man in their system, they suspect that the man has given them a fake name because he has warrants. In West Covina, California, Officers conduct a high-risk traffic stop on a Chevy Colorado that was seen driving recklessly by a Detective in an unmarked car. Las Vegas Metropolitan Police attempt to make contact with a man acting erratically and walking in the middle of the Las Vegas Strip.
Stolen Cars and Movie Stars
13. Stolen Cars and Movie Stars
November 8, 2024
A pursuit of a stolen vehicle in Independence, Missouri ends abruptly when the female driver spins out and runs from the still-moving car. Springfield, Missouri Officers respond to a burglary in progress at a local church and discover a frightened witness who leads them to a suspect breaking windows in the rear of the building. Independence, Missouri Officers stop a car with an altered license plate and determine that someone has used Wite-Out to change one letter to disguise the stolen plate.
Identity Crisis
12. Identity Crisis
November 1, 2024
Independence, Missouri Police find themselves in a slow-speed pursuit of a van used to shoplift a big screen TV, which can be seen hanging out of the rear sliding door. Escambia County, Florida Deputies responding to a domestic violence call search for a female suspect who bit her boyfriend during an argument over accusations of cheating. Deputies in Greene County, Missouri locate a stolen vehicle in a parking lot. The driver gives them a fake name and claims he received the car from a relative.
Impulsive Decisions
11. Impulsive Decisions
October 25, 2024
Fontana, California Officers pursue a fleeing motorcyclist after observing the driver splitting lanes at a high rate of speed. The man leads the Officers on a dangerous pursuit before deciding to give up in a parking lot. Escambia County, Florida Deputies stop a car in connection to a series of shoplifting calls and detain the driver. The passenger flees on foot, but a K9 tracks the man to a wooded area nearby. A Stop Stick is used to end the pursuit of a stolen car in Independence, Missouri.
Flying Blind
10. Flying Blind
October 18, 2024
Escambia County, Florida Deputies attempt a warrant service on a wanted man. The suspect flees in a pickup truck and deputies watch as the hood flies up. Deputies in Kern County, California spot a stolen GMC pickup at a gas station. The driver pulls away and runs from the truck, jumping several fences before trying to pretend he wasn't involved. Greene County, Missouri Deputies conduct a traffic stop on an intoxicated man wanted for a hit-and-run earlier at a local dance hall.
Fight, Flight, or Chill
9. Fight, Flight, or Chill
October 11, 2024
A Corporal in Lafayette, Lousiana, joins the pursuit of a vehicle that fled from a traffic stop. The driver foot bails into an enclosed area and hides until a K9 is deployed. Greene County, Missouri, Deputies use a PIT maneuver to end the pursuit of a stolen vehicle. During a traffic stop for an equipment infraction, a Greene County Deputy suspects the driver of being under the influence of marijuana due to his slurred speech and an odor of weed. The man insists that he has "crazy eyes."
Walk It Off
8. Walk It Off
October 4, 2024
Springfield, Missouri Officers are called to do a welfare check on a man seen waving a knife downtown. The man walks away, explaining that he has done nothing wrong and doesn't desire contact with the police. A marked unit is used to box the man in, and a taser is deployed as he continues to flee. Fontana, California Police pursue a hit-and-run suspect who crashes into a gas station. Greene County, Missouri Deputies stop a Mustang with no plates and determine the unlicensed driver has warrants.
Reckless Intentions
7. Reckless Intentions
September 27, 2024
A domestic violence call in Lafayette, Louisiana, turns into a melee when a male suspect resists while his girlfriend interferes with his arrest and attacks an Officer. Greene County, Missouri, Deputies conduct a traffic stop on a reckless driver who attempts to flee but crashes into a telephone pole and another motorist. Fontana, California Officers respond to a call of someone impersonating the police and locate a Chevy Silverado with detachable blue and red flashing lights.
Anger Unmanaged
6. Anger Unmanaged
September 27, 2024
Springfield, Missouri Officers respond to a man with a knife refusing to leave a hotel. The uncooperative suspect begins to resist while the hotel clerk cheers on the Officers. A traffic stop in Lafayette, Lousiana is complicated when the driver argues the legality of the stop. When a Sergeant arrives, he comes clean with the real reason for his behavior. Fontana, California Police stop a truck and find meth. A passenger becomes emotional when he realizes he's going to jail for the first time.
Spring Break Wipeout
5. Spring Break Wipeout
April 19, 2024
In this Spring Break Special Edition, an Okaloosa County Deputy is amazed when a teen walks up with a beer. A jet skiing woman is stopped for violating a no-wake zone in Pinellas County. Tourists discover a loon wrapped in a fishing line, and Okaloosa County Deputies work to cut the trapped bird free. A beachgoer is given a ticket for an open container and tells Deputies his mom will take care of it for him. Teenage girls are required to dump out a cooler full of beer on a non-alcoholic beach.
Spring Break Dance Party
4. Spring Break Dance Party
April 12, 2024
In this Spring Break Special Edition, Officers patrolling the Las Vegas Strip encounter a group of break dancers. A young lady in possession of an open container of alcohol refuses to cooperate with Okaloosa County Deputies and finds herself in handcuffs. Deputies warn a beachgoer of the dangers of mixing caffeine and alcohol. A group of out-of-state swimmers are rescued from a riptide by lifeguards and local surfers. A man lies about his age when he is caught carrying a cooler full of alcohol.
Spring Break Heartache
3. Spring Break Heartache
April 12, 2024
In this Spring Break Special Edition, Okaloosa County Deputies patrol the beach and locate an underaged male in possession of a 'blackout rage gallon' or 'borg,' a popular mixture of alcohol, electrolyte powder, and caffeine additive. Pinellas County Deputies enforce a zero-tolerance policy against glass containers and alcohol during Spring Break. An Okaloosa County Deputy encounters a group of college kids with coolers full of beer and writes notices to appear for the cooperative group.
Spring Break Mistakes #2
2. Spring Break Mistakes #2
April 5, 2024
In this Spring Break Special Edition, Escambia County Deputies respond to an intoxicated teen found passed out next to the shoreline late at night. Deputies respond to a call of trespassers at a hot tub in Pinellas County. A wallet is found floating in the ocean and returned to the owner. A teenage girl is caught taking a sip from an open container of alcohol near a popular pier in Escambia County. The Marine Unit in Okaloosa County rescues a family of four after a jet ski flips over.
Spring Break Mistakes #1
1. Spring Break Mistakes #1
April 5, 2024
In this Spring Break Special Edition, a Pinellas County Deputy learns to play a new game from a group of sunkissed coeds. In Escambia County, Deputies respond to a shooting victim in the parking lot at the beach. Okaloosa County Deputies patrolling the waterfront write a ticket when they discover a minor in possession of alcohol and confiscate marijuana. Deputies in Escambia County are flagged down by a nervous female tourist who noticed a strange male following her along the boardwalk.
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Where to Watch Cops
Cops is available for streaming on the Spike TV website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Cops on demand at Amazon Prime, Philo, Amazon, FuboTV, Google Play, Hoopla, Apple TV, Tubi TV and Pluto TV.
  • Premiere Date
    December 22, 1989
  • IMDB Rating
    6.9  (7,384)
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