For fans of intense action and thrilling cop stories, Netflix offers a variety of films that feature tough law enforcers taking on crime and corruption. Here are ten cop action movies you may have already watched:
R.I.P.D. (2013)
After his untimely death, a police officer is recruited into a supernatural police force that captures wayward spirits. He must navigate this new afterlife duty with his eccentric undead partner, taking on rogue souls that refuse to leave the living world behind. As they pursue their targets, they uncover a plot that threatens both the living and the dead.
The Roundup (2022)
A determined detective travels to Vietnam to extradite a suspect but quickly finds himself embroiled in a larger conspiracy. With tourists being targeted for extortion, the detective and his team must dismantle a dangerous criminal network while facing intense action and danger at every turn.
Luther: The Fallen Sun (2023)
Haunted by an unsolved case, the brilliant yet disgraced detective John Luther escapes from prison to pursue a sadistic serial killer. As he navigates London’s dark underbelly, Luther battles his own demons and the relentless pursuit of the law, racing against time to stop the killer from claiming more victims.
Man on Fire (2004)
A former CIA operative, struggling with his past, takes on a job as a bodyguard for a young girl in Mexico City. When she’s kidnapped, his purpose is rekindled, and he embarks on a relentless quest to rescue her, using his lethal skills to bring justice to those responsible.
Bright (2017)
In a modern-day Los Angeles where humans coexist with mythical creatures, a human cop teams up with an orc partner. Together, they stumble upon a powerful artifact and must navigate a deadly turf war that has the potential to reshape their world. Amidst intense battles, they fight to protect the city from descending into chaos.
Spenser Confidential (2020)
An ex-cop and ex-con named Spenser returns to Boston and teams up with his no-nonsense roommate, Hawk, to unravel a conspiracy tied to the murders of two police officers. As they delve deeper into the city’s underworld, they face corruption and violence, using their wit and strength to seek justice.
New Police Story (2004)
Inspector Chan, haunted by a mission gone tragically wrong, must overcome his guilt and return to action when a gang of young criminals terrorizes his city. With the help of a new and determined partner, Chan fights to restore order and redeem himself, confronting his past along the way.
Man of the House (2005)
A tough-as-nails Texas Ranger, Roland Sharp, is tasked with protecting a group of University of Texas cheerleaders who have witnessed a murder. Amidst the comedic chaos of their college life, Sharp must ensure their safety while unraveling a dangerous criminal plot that puts them all at risk.
Pain & Gain (2013)
Based on a true story, this dark comedy follows a trio of Miami bodybuilders who become embroiled in a kidnapping and extortion scheme. Their quest for the American Dream quickly spirals into a nightmare of crime and violence, leading to a series of outrageous and dangerous escapades.
Street Kings (2008)
A troubled LA vice detective embarks on a quest for justice and vengeance after being implicated in the murder of a fellow officer. With morality blurred and enemies lurking in the shadows, he must navigate a treacherous path to uncover the truth.
