Star Cops (1987): cast, story & where to watch
1987 · Series · ★ 6.4
Released in 1987, Star Cops is a sci-fi & fantasy, crime and drama series.
What it’s about. Star Cops is a British science fiction TV series created by Chris Boucher, set in 2027 where the International Space Police Force (ISPF) maintains law and order in a newly colonized solar system, overseen by Commander Nathan Spring. Known for its hard science fiction approach and realistic portrayal of space travel, the series was canceled after one season due to poor ratings and production issues. Retrospectively, it has been critically reappraised.
Who’s in it. Star Cops stars David Calder as Commander Nathan Spring, Erick Ray Evans as Chief Superintendent David Theroux, Trevor Cooper as Chief Inspector Colin Devis and Linda Newton as Pal Kenzy, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, Star Cops 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 Star Cops page.
If you liked it. Fans of Star Cops tend to enjoy Rick and Morty, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, Attack on Titan and Attack on Titan: No Regrets.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Star Cops (1987)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Star Cops change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Star Cops worth watching?
- Star Cops holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy sci-fi & fantasy, crime and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Star Cops?
- Star Cops stars David Calder, Erick Ray Evans, Trevor Cooper, Linda Newton and Jonathan Adams.
- When was Star Cops released?
- Star Cops was released in 1987.