Miami Beach Cops
Miami Beach Cops

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Miami Beach Cops

1992
Movie
83 min
English

A pair of rookie members of a Florida sheriff's department trail two guys involved in a convenience store shooting, to the aquatic acquisition of counterfeit currency, to delivery of the bogus bucks to "Mr. Big".

Insights

IMDb5.2/10
Director: Paul LynchGenres: Action, Comedy, Crime

Plot Summary

Two seasoned but often bumbling Miami Beach detectives are nearing retirement. They are tasked with investigating a series of high-profile jewelry store robberies that seem impossible to solve. As they delve deeper, they uncover a conspiracy that reaches higher than they ever imagined, forcing them to team up with a rookie officer to bring the perpetrators to justice before they lose everything.

Critical Reception

Miami Beach Cops received a generally negative reception from critics, who often cited its derivative plot, uninspired humor, and predictable action sequences. Audiences found it to be a passable, if unremarkable, entry in the buddy-cop genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Criticized for its unoriginality and formulaic execution.

  • Humor often falls flat, relying on tired tropes.

  • Action sequences are adequate but lack innovation.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce and largely indicate a forgettable viewing experience, with some finding it mildly entertaining as a low-effort comedy.

Fun Fact

Despite its title and setting, the film was primarily shot in South Florida, with specific locations including Miami Beach, Fort Lauderdale, and other surrounding areas.

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