Outlaw Cop (1976): cast, story & where to watch
1976 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1976, Outlaw Cop is an action film directed by Yūsuke Watanabe, running about 92 minutes.
What it’s about. A bad cop is engaged in a violent chase to catch a yakuza boss. In his absence his wife runs away with another man, who turns out to be the very same man that her husband is hunting. Once he discovers this, he loses his nerve and turns in his badge. But the chase turns into a personal vendetta where the ex-cop plans to wipe out the entire gang.
Who’s in it. Outlaw Cop stars Yoshio Harada as Tsuyoshi Nishino, Naoko Ohtani, Shogo Shimizu as Matsui and Minoru Oki as Aochi, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Outlaw Cop has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Outlaw Cop page.
If you liked it. Fans of Outlaw Cop tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Outlaw Cop (1976)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Outlaw Cop change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Outlaw Cop worth watching?
- Outlaw Cop holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Outlaw Cop?
- Outlaw Cop stars Yoshio Harada, Naoko Ohtani, Shogo Shimizu, Minoru Oki and Hideji Ōtaki.
- When was Outlaw Cop released?
- Outlaw Cop was released in 1976, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.