Buddy Cops (2016): cast, story & where to watch

2016 · Film · ★ 5.1

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Released in 2016, Buddy Cops is an action and comedy film directed by Peter Tsi, running about 102 minutes.

What it’s about. After the hot-tempered police detective Fei messes up yet another operation, he is transferred to a fictional department that houses all the useless staff the force couldn’t sack. There he finds a new enemy in the mild-mannered desk officer Johnny, who loathes Fei’s disregard for discipline. But when Fei’s father and Johnny’s mother coincidentally become an item, the new brothers must somehow learn to cohabit under the same roof.

Who’s in it. Buddy Cops stars Eric Tsang as Man Sir, Stanley Fung as Philip Chan, Jordan Chan as Lau Jing [Cameo] and Bosco Wong as Chan Kin-Fei, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.1/10, Buddy Cops has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Buddy Cops page.

If you liked it. Fans of Buddy Cops 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 Buddy Cops (2016)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Buddy Cops change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Buddy Cops worth watching?
Buddy Cops holds an audience score of 5.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Buddy Cops?
Buddy Cops stars Eric Tsang, Stanley Fung, Jordan Chan, Bosco Wong and Lam Ka-tung.
When was Buddy Cops released?
Buddy Cops was released in 2016, with a runtime of about 102 minutes.