Copshop

A cocky con man orchestrates a scheme to get himself arrested in a small town, planning to hole up in a police station. However, his plan goes awry when a hitman arrives, forcing him and a rookie cop to defend themselves against a deadly onslaught.

Copshop received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its fast-paced action, dark humor, and charismatic performances, particularly from Frank Grillo and Gerard Butler. While some found the plot somewhat predictable, the film was widely regarded as a fun, no-holds-barred action flick.

• A relentless and often humorous action-thriller with strong performances.

• Delivers visceral thrills and witty banter, even if the plot treads familiar ground.

• A satisfyingly brutal and darkly comedic crime spree.

Google audience: Audiences generally enjoyed "Copshop" for its high-octane action sequences, strong lead actors, and entertaining, often humorous, dialogue. Some viewers found the plot to be a bit thin, but most appreciated its straightforward, bloody fun.

Director Joe Carnahan initially envisioned the film as a passion project with a much smaller budget and a different cast, but it eventually evolved into the star-studded action film that was released.