Cops and Robbers (1973): cast, story & where to watch

1973 · Film · ★ 6.2

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Released in 1973, Cops and Robbers is an action, comedy and crime film directed by Aram Avakian, running about 89 minutes. “See how two policemen pull off the biggest hold-up in the history of the New York Stock Exchange!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Two disillusioned New York policemen plan a $10 million robbery to fuel their low pensions, only to run into one debacle after another in the process.

Who’s in it. Cops and Robbers stars Cliff Gorman as Tom, Joseph Bologna as Joe, Charlene Dallas as Secretary and Dolph Sweet as George, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Cops and Robbers has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Philo and MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Cops and Robbers page.

If you liked it. Fans of Cops and Robbers 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 Cops and Robbers (1973)?
In US, Cops and Robbers is available to stream on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel and Philo. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Cops and Robbers worth watching?
Cops and Robbers holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, comedy and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Cops and Robbers?
Cops and Robbers stars Cliff Gorman, Joseph Bologna, Charlene Dallas, Dolph Sweet and John P. Ryan.
When was Cops and Robbers released?
Cops and Robbers was released in 1973, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.