Cop on the Beat
Originally released in 1975. Cop on the Beat is a crime/drama film. directed by Virgil W. Vogel. At just 73 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Lloyd Bridges, Pat Crowley, and Jim Backus
Synopsis
An aging street cop goes after a gang of toughs involved in several robbery-rapes on his beat in this pilot (a spin-off from "Police Story") for the 1975-76 series. The veteran cop concept also was the basis for "The Blue Knight" series at the same time — and that, too, was based on a Joseph Wambaugh creation. Also known as "The Return of Joe Forrester."
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 6, 1975
50 years ago
Runtime
1h 13m
73 minutes total
User Rating
4.1/10
Mixed (7 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- David Gerber Productions
- Columbia Pictures Television
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cop on the Beat about?
An aging street cop goes after a gang of toughs involved in several robbery-rapes on his beat in this pilot (a spin-off from "Police Story") for the 1975-76 series. The veteran cop concept also was...
Who directed Cop on the Beat?
Cop on the Beat was directed by Virgil W. Vogel.
How long is Cop on the Beat?
Cop on the Beat has a runtime of 1 hours and 13 minutes (73 minutes total).
When was Cop on the Beat released?
Cop on the Beat was released on May 6, 1975 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Cop on the Beat?
The main cast of Cop on the Beat includes Lloyd Bridges, Pat Crowley, Jim Backus, Dane Clark, Dean Stockwell.