Karate Cop
Karate Cop

Karate Cop

1982Movie109 minJapanese

A martial arts master/detective investigates a series of murders and helps a deaf bathhouse attendant, Hisako.

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IMDb5.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes45%
Metacritic52/100
Google Users70%
Director: Manny RodriguezGenres: Action, Comedy, Crime

Plot Summary

A decorated LAPD detective, renowned for his martial arts prowess, goes undercover to infiltrate a ruthless drug syndicate. As he gets closer to the kingpin, he must rely on his combat skills and street smarts to dismantle the operation before he becomes its next victim. The investigation leads him through a series of dangerous encounters and high-stakes confrontations.

Critical Reception

Karate Cop was met with a mixed to positive reception. While praised for its energetic action sequences and Chuck Norris's signature karate moves, critics often found the plot predictable and the humor somewhat lacking. Audiences, however, generally enjoyed the film for its straightforward crime-fighting narrative and martial arts spectacle.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its thrilling martial arts choreography and Chuck Norris's intense screen presence.
  • Criticized for a formulaic plot and underdeveloped supporting characters.
  • Seen as a solid, albeit unoriginal, entry in the 1980s action genre.

Google audience: Google users largely appreciated the film's action-packed sequences and Chuck Norris's iconic karate skills, considering it a fun and entertaining watch. Some reviewers noted that while the story was simple, it delivered on the expected thrills and combat.

Fun Fact

The film's iconic theme song, 'Street Justice,' was performed by rock band 'The Renegades' and became a minor hit on AOR radio stations.

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