Cops vs. Thugs (1975): cast, story & where to watch
1975 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1975, Cops vs. Thugs is an action, drama and crime film directed by Kinji Fukasaku, running about 100 minutes.
What it’s about. When a lucrative waterfront development becomes available, the Kawade gang quickly use their political connections to secure the land. However, the acting boss of the Ohara gang also has his eyes on the property and recruits crooked detective Tokumatsu Kuno to help him hijack the deal. With relations between the rival gangs at breaking point, it's not long before all-out war breaks out as the gangsters, police and local politicians battle for control of the city.
Who’s in it. Cops vs. Thugs stars Bunta Sugawara as Detective Kuno, Tatsuo Umemiya as Lt. Kaida, Reiko Ike and Shingo Yamashiro, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Cops vs. Thugs has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Philo and Night Flight Plus and rent or buy it from Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Cops vs. Thugs page.
If you liked it. Fans of Cops vs. Thugs 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 vs. Thugs (1975)?
- In US, Cops vs. Thugs is available to stream on Philo and Night Flight Plus, and rent or buy from Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Cops vs. Thugs worth watching?
- Cops vs. Thugs holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Cops vs. Thugs?
- Cops vs. Thugs stars Bunta Sugawara, Tatsuo Umemiya, Reiko Ike, Shingo Yamashiro and Sanae Nakahara.
- When was Cops vs. Thugs released?
- Cops vs. Thugs was released in 1975, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.