Rogue Cop
Rogue Cop

Rogue Cop

1954Movie92 minEnglish

A police detective on the take tries to catch his brother's killer.

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IMDb7.0/10
Director: Roy RowlandGenres: Film Noir, Crime, Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

Detective Sergeant Christopher 'Chris' Daniels is a decorated but corrupt cop in Los Angeles, constantly entangled in shady dealings with the city's criminal underworld. When his partner is murdered, Chris is thrust into an investigation that forces him to confront his own moral compromises and the dangerous forces he's aligned himself with. He must navigate betrayal and violence, seeking justice while fighting for his life and a semblance of redemption.

Critical Reception

Rogue Cop is a gritty and atmospheric film noir that showcases Robert Mitchum's signature stoic performance. While not as widely celebrated as some other classics of the genre, it's recognized for its tough dialogue, dark themes, and effective suspense. Critics at the time and retrospectively have noted its compelling portrayal of a morally compromised protagonist and its bleak outlook on law enforcement.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praiseworthy for its hard-boiled atmosphere and Mitchum's compelling performance.
  • Effective noir storytelling with a focus on corruption and moral ambiguity.
  • A solid entry in the genre, though perhaps not groundbreaking.

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Fun Fact

Robert Mitchum's intense performance and his established persona in films like 'Out of the Past' and 'The Big Sleep' made him a natural fit for the morally ambiguous detective roles, and 'Rogue Cop' further cemented his reputation as a definitive film noir anti-hero.

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John Chard

John Chard

Little men begging for a break. Rogue Cop is directed by Roy Rowland and adapted to screenplay by Sydney Boehm from the novel written by William P. McGivern. It stars Robert Taylor, Janet Leigh, George Raft, Steve Forrest and Anne Franci...