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The Cops

5.019983 seasonsTV SeriesDrama

Set in and around Stanton, a faceless and grim Northern enclave, The Cops depicts the daily grind for a group of policemen and women out on the beat as they interact, and sometimes clash, with the local community.

WritersRobert Jones·Anita J. Pandolfo
ProducersEric Coulter·Tony Garnett

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Amazon Prime VideoAmazon Prime VideoPhiloPhiloAmazon Prime Video with AdsAmazon Prime Video with AdsAmazon Prime Video Free with AdsAmazon Prime Video Free with AdsCineverseCineverseXumo PlayXumo PlayTubi TVTubi TV
Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

Seasons & Episodes

E1
Episode 1
Sep 18, 2000
E2
Episode 2
Sep 19, 2000
E3
Episode 3
Mar 21, 2001
E4
Episode 4
Mar 28, 2001
E5
Episode 5
Apr 4, 2001
E6
Episode 6
Apr 11, 2001

Cast

JHJohn Henshaw
John Henshaw
Roy
KCKaty Cavanagh
Katy Cavanagh
Mel
DS
Danny Seward
Dean Wishaw
DCDavid Crellin
David Crellin
Wakefield
PQ
Parvez Qadir
Jaz

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The Cops — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Cops?

The Cops is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Philo and Amazon Prime Video Free in United States. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Cops on Netflix?

No, The Cops is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and Philo.

Is The Cops on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — The Cops is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in United States as of September 2026.

Where can I watch The Cops for free?

The Cops is available to stream free (with ads) on Amazon Prime Video Free and Cineverse in United States.

How many seasons are in The Cops?

The Cops has 3 seasons in total (24 episodes). The series concluded in 2001.

Are all episodes of The Cops out yet?

Yes — all 24 episodes across 3 seasons of The Cops are out and available to stream.

Is there a Season 4 of The Cops?

No — The Cops ended after 3 seasons, so there is no Season 4.