Movie

To Kill a Cop

19783h 6m

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Good to know

Director: Gary Nelson
Release date: 1978-04-10
Runtime: 3h 6m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: David Gerber Productions

About To Kill a Cop

To Kill a Cop is a 1978 movie in the Crime, Drama and Action genres, directed by Gary Nelson, starring Joe Don Baker, Louis Gossett Jr. and Patrick O'Neal. It has a runtime of 3 hours 6 minutes. Below you can see where to watch To Kill a Cop in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Earl Eischied is a man with his hands full. As the Chief of Detectives in New York City he is trying to break up a group of black militants that are on a crime spree including the killing of a police officer. He is also trying to battle with a mayor and police commissioner that want him out of his job.

Cast

Joe Don Baker

Chief Earl M. Eischied

Louis Gossett Jr.

Everett Walker

Patrick O'Neal

Police Commissioner

Desi Arnaz Jr.

Martin Delahanty

Christine Belford

Agnes Cusack

Eartha Kitt

Paula

Rosey Grier

Albert Hoyt

Diana Muldaur

Florence

Scott Brady

Insp. James Gleason

George DiCenzo

Capt. Cornworth

Alan Fudge

Ralph O'Connor

Nathan George

Charles

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch To Kill a Cop in Canada?+

To Kill a Cop is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Canada. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is To Kill a Cop on Netflix?+

To Kill a Cop is not on Netflix in Canada right now.

How long is To Kill a Cop?+

To Kill a Cop has a runtime of 3 hours 6 minutes (186 minutes).

Who stars in To Kill a Cop?+

To Kill a Cop stars Joe Don Baker, Louis Gossett Jr., Patrick O'Neal, Desi Arnaz Jr. and Christine Belford.

When did To Kill a Cop come out?+

To Kill a Cop is a 1978 movie directed by Gary Nelson.

What genre is To Kill a Cop?+

To Kill a Cop is Crime, Drama, Action and TV Movie film.

Who directed To Kill a Cop?+

To Kill a Cop was directed by Gary Nelson.