Samurai Cop (1991): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Where to Watch
Samurai Cop is a 1991 action thriller directed by Amir Shervan, starring Robert Z'Dar, Cranston Komuro and Gerald Okamura. It runs 1 hour 36 minutes and earned $386,821 worldwide. IMDb users rate it 4.6/10. Stream it on Cineverse and Eternal Family.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 36m (96 min)
- Director
- Amir Shervan
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Cinema Epoch
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Samurai Cop About?
The premise of Samurai Cop without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
A veteran police officer, haunted by a troubled past, is partnered with a similarly burdened colleague to investigate a series of assassinations. As they navigate a dangerous investigation, they must overcome personal conflicts and confront a complex conspiracy threatening the city. The gritty action unfolds as they fight to bring justice and uncover the truth behind the killings.
Samurai Cop Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- unsynchronized dubbing
- unintentionally funny
- female full frontal nudity
- katana
- wig
- police
- screaming in pain
- frying pan
- gaffer tape
- police radio
- waiter
- colleague
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- eccentricity
- lawyer
- boiling oil
- female rear nudity
- female frontal nudity
- person on fire
- samurai
- low budget film
- kissing while having sex
- city
- black cop
- profanity
- car
- van
- male underwear
- beheading
- police detective
- yakuza
- strength
- broken window
- screaming
- tank top
- retaliation
- vengeance
- revenge
- scissors
- mass murder
- beach house
- chicken
- telephone call
- telephone
- secretary
- warning
- sand
- escape
- handcuffs
- counselor
- attorney
Where to Watch Samurai Cop
Stream it on Cineverse and Eternal Family. US availability and prices from JustWatch.
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Samurai Cop Cast
Robert Z'Dar leads the cast, with Cranston Komuro and Gerald Okamura. Directed by Amir Shervan; 10 actors are credited in all.
- Director Amir Shervan
Also Starring in Samurai Cop
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IMDb users rate Samurai Cop 4.6/10.
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IMDb 4.6 /10
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TMDB 46% User score
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Samurai Cop Plot Summary
What happens in Samurai Cop from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 11 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
As the ruthless Katana gang exerts control over the cocaine trade in Los Angeles, the LAPD responds to this escalating threat by deploying an exceptional asset from the San Diego Police Department. Enter Joe Marshall, a lawman equipped with an unconventional background in Japanese martial arts. Tasked with dismantling this formidable organization, Joe speaks fluent Japanese and blends into the scene with his unassuming appearance, wielding a distinct arsenal of skills.
His debut mission plunges him into the heart of the Katana’s operations, but it ends disastrously. A chaotic car chase leads to multiple fatalities, and a crucial eyewitness is left unable to testify, afflicted by severe burns.
Full summary
The whole story of Samurai Cop, scene by scene
Samurai Cop Box Office
Samurai Cop grossed $386,821 worldwide.
Worldwide gross
$386.8K
- US & Canada
- $384.8K
Samurai Cop Trailers & Videos
6 videos: 1 trailer, 3 clips and 2 featurettes.
- Clip Samurai Cop Official Clip - Head on this Piano
- Clip Samurai Cop Official Clip - Club Up My Ass
- Clip Samurai Cop Official Clip - You Son of a Bitches
- Featurette Samurai Cop Remembrances
How Well Do You Know Samurai Cop?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
Question 1 of 10
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What gang takes control of the Los Angeles cocaine trade?
Cars in Samurai Cop
47 cars on screen, including the 1979 Chevrolet Caprice Classic and the 1971 Dodge Tradesman.
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1971 Dodge Tradesman Important role -
1982 Jaguar XJ-S XJ27 Important role -
1990 Cadillac Fleetwood Minor role
Samurai Cop Also Known As
13 alternative titles, including “Le Samuraï de L.A.” and “Gliniarz samuraj”.
- Also known as
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- Le Samuraï de L.A.
- Gliniarz samuraj
- Policia Samurai
- Самурай Ченге
- Полицейский-самурай
- Полицајац самурај
- Rambo Cop
- A szamuráj zsaru
- Samuraï Cop
- 武士警察
- Policajt samurai
- Коп-самурай
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- Полицаят самурай
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Samurai Cop FAQ: Where to Watch, Cast & Box Office
Runtime, release date, director, cast, where to watch, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Samurai Cop, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Samurai Cop?
Samurai Cop runs 1 hour 36 minutes (96 minutes).
When was Samurai Cop released?
Samurai Cop was released on November 30, 1991.
Who directed Samurai Cop?
Samurai Cop was directed by Amir Shervan.
More films by Amir Shervan Who is in the cast of Samurai Cop?
Samurai Cop stars Robert Z'Dar, Cranston Komuro and Gerald Okamura, among 10 credited actors.
Where can I watch Samurai Cop?
In the US, Samurai Cop is streaming on Cineverse, Eternal Family and Fandango at Home Free (availability from JustWatch).
How much did Samurai Cop make at the box office?
Samurai Cop grossed $386,821 worldwide.
How is Samurai Cop rated?
Samurai Cop has 4.6/10 on IMDb and 46% on TMDB.
Does Samurai Cop have a post-credit scene?
No. Samurai Cop has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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