Wrong Cops, The Series
Wrong Cops, The Series

Wrong Cops, The Series

2014TV ShowEnded1 SeasonEnglish

A group of bad cops look to dispose of a body that one of them accidentally shot. TV miniseries based on the movie of the same name.

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IMDb5.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes35%
Metacritic47/100
Google Users45%
Director: Quentin DupieuxGenres: Comedy, Crime

Plot Summary

This bizarre comedy follows a group of dysfunctional police officers whose off-duty activities often blur the lines of legality and sanity. From drug dealing to amateur pornography, their 'police work' takes a surreal and increasingly criminal turn. The film explores the absurdities of authority and the moral flexibility of men in uniform.

Critical Reception

Wrong Cops received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many finding its humor too niche, offensive, or simply not funny. Some praised Dupieux's distinctive surreal style and absurdist sensibilities, while others criticized the lack of coherent plot and the characters' unlikeability.

What Reviewers Say

  • Often more bizarre than funny, struggling to land its intended comedic or satirical punch.
  • The film's absurdist humor and deliberately unlikable characters alienate many viewers.
  • Despite a unique directorial vision, the narrative feels disjointed and lacks substance.

Google audience: Audience reviews are divided, with some appreciating the film's unconventional and dark humor, while a significant portion found it nonsensical, offensive, and a waste of time. Many expressed disappointment with the crude jokes and lack of a compelling story.

Fun Fact

The film's unique and often baffling premise is characteristic of director Quentin Dupieux's previous works, such as 'Rubber' (a sentient tire that murders people) and 'Steak'.

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