Angel Cop (1989): cast, story & where to watch
1989 · Film · ★ 6.1
Released in 1989, Angel Cop is a thriller, crime, horror and animation film directed by Ichiro Itano, running about 180 minutes. “In a nightmare future, violence is the only law” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In the late twentieth century, the Secret Security Force was formed to stop the actions of the communist terrorist group known as the Red May. Angel, a beautiful, yet cold woman, has recently joined the small anti-terrorist group. But her first mission will be a true test of skill, for members of the Red May are being found dead, murdered by gruesome methods. Who is causing these murders? And why? Written by Chuck "Dark-Side" Williamson
Who’s in it. Angel Cop stars Mika Doi as Angel (voice), Akio Otsuka as Hacker (voice), Kenji Utsumi as Kaishō Taki (voice) and Koichi Kitamura as Ichihara (voice), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, Angel Cop has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Angel Cop page.
If you liked it. Fans of Angel Cop tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Angel Cop (1989)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Angel Cop change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Angel Cop worth watching?
- Angel Cop holds an audience score of 6.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, crime, horror and animation. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Angel Cop?
- Angel Cop stars Mika Doi, Akio Otsuka, Kenji Utsumi, Koichi Kitamura and Kumiko Hironaka.
- When was Angel Cop released?
- Angel Cop was released in 1989, with a runtime of about 180 minutes.