Cop 1988
"A killer on the loose. A cop on the edge."
When a relentless Hollywood homicide detective in *Cop (1988)* becomes convinced a serial killer is stalking the city's streets, he throws caution—and departmental rules—to the wind. Directed by James B.
Director: James B. Harris
Cast
James Woods
Lloyd Hopkins
Lesley Ann Warren
Kathleen McCarthy
Charles Durning
Dutch Peltz
Charles Haid
Delbert W. 'Whitey' Haines
Raymond J. Barry
Captain Frederick W. Gaffney
Randi Brooks
Joanie Pratt
Steven Lambert
Bobby Franco
Christopher Wynne
Jack Gibbs
Jan McGill
Jen Hopkins
Vicki Wauchope
Penny Hopkins
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cop (1988) about?
*Cop* follows a disobedient homicide detective who defies orders to pursue a serial killer he believes is terrorizing Hollywood. As he cuts corners and antagonizes his superiors, his obsession spirals out of control, blurring the line between justice and vengeance. The film dives deep into his unraveling state as he races to stop another murder.
Who directed Cop?
James B. Harris directed *Cop (1988)*, bringing a sharp, no-frills approach to this tense crime drama.
Who stars in Cop?
The film features James Woods as the obsessive cop, alongside Lesley Ann Warren, Charles Durning, Raymond J. Barry, and Randi Brooks in key roles.
Is Cop (1988) worth watching?
*Cop (1988)* delivers a gripping, character-driven thriller with James Woods at his most intense, making it a standout in the crime genre. While it may not have the polish of bigger studio films, its raw energy and moral ambiguity give it a distinct edge. Fans of gritty, 80s-era crime dramas will find plenty to appreciate here.
How long is Cop?
The runtime for *Cop (1988)* is 110 minutes.
🎥 Trailer
About Cop (1988) — James Woods in a relentless hunt for a Hollywood serial killer
When a relentless Hollywood homicide detective in *Cop (1988)* becomes convinced a serial killer is stalking the city's streets, he throws caution—and departmental rules—to the wind. Directed by James B. Harris, this gritty crime thriller plunges into the psyche of a man whose obsession borders on self-destruction as he chases shadows through neon-lit alleys and dimly lit apartments. With James Woods leading the charge as the volatile cop, the film crackles with tension, fueled by his explosive chemistry with Lesley Ann Warren and a supporting cast that includes Charles Durning and Raymond J. Barry. The story unfolds like a coiled spring, blending raw suspense with moral ambiguity, questioning how far one man will go to uphold justice when the system fails him.
*Cop (1988)* isn't just another police procedural—it's a stark character study wrapped in the bruised glamour of 1980s Los Angeles, where corruption and chaos lurk beneath the surface. The atmosphere is thick with paranoia, every shadow a potential threat, every clue a false lead. As the body count rises, the detective's grip on reality tightens, testing the limits of his sanity and the audience's expectations.
