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Tom's Guide
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Tom's Guide
Netflix just added a wild buddy-cop action-comedy movie — and it's already crashed the top 10
Netflix has just dropped a chaotic new action-comedy movie — and it's already climbing the streaming service's charts. The movie in question is "Almost Cops" (also known as "Bad Boa's"), a Dutch original flick about two mismatched community police officers who are thrown together and end up forming an unlikely dream team as they pursue an investigation on the streets of Rotterdam. Despite only dropping on Friday, July 11, "Almost Cops" has already managed to grab viewers' attention; within just a couple of days, it's climbed to the No. 4 spot in Netflix's top 10 movies list. If this movie has caught your eye, and you were weighing up whether to stream "Almost Cops" on Netflix, you can find more info (and my quick take on the new film) below. Gonzalo Fernández Carmona's "Almost Cops" introduces us to Ramon (Jandino Asporaat), a committed community officer who wants nothing more than to keep the streets of his Rotterdam neighbourhood clean and safe. He's partnered up with reckless ex-detective Jack (Werner Kolf) when the new arrival is temporarily demoted from CID to Ramon's team. The two have vastly different approaches to police work, and when they start working together, they discover they've got something in common: the loss of a murdered loved one, and they start to become an unlikely dynamic duo as they work to get to unmask the killer, unearthing criminal secrets in the process. Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. In addition to Asporaat and Kolf, "Almost Cops" also stars Mark Rietman, Florence Vos Weeda, Juliette van Ardenne, Ferdi Stofmeel, Teun Kuilboer, Daniël Kolf, Victoria Koblenko, Romana Vrede, Yannick Jozefzoon, Nazmiye Oral, Rian Gerritsen, Phi Nguyen, Richard Groenendijk, and Steef Cuijpers. Having streamed it myself, I'd offer what for some could be a pretty damning verdict: "Almost Cops" is a perfectly fine Netflix movie. If you're a 'Bad Boys' or 'Hot Fuzz' fan, or love a decent action-comedy, then there is daft fun to be had and some silly setpieces to enjoy It's silly, fast-paced stuff that got a couple laughs out of me, but it's not big, bold, or funny enough to measure up to the buddy-cop action comedies it's emulating. If you're a "Bad Boys" or "Hot Fuzz" fan, or love a decent action-comedy, then there is daft fun to be had and some silly setpieces to enjoy in "Almost Cops," but it's not something I think you should push to the top of your watchlist. If you've got a spare couple of hours to fill, you could stream "Almost Cops" on Netflix and not have a terrible time; it makes for serviceable — but unremarkable — viewing. Looking for a second opinion? Well, while "Almost Cops" hasn't earned a Rotten Tomatoes score just yet, there are some other reactions in the wild. In a 4-star "Almost Cops" review for What's on Netflix , Carlo van Remortel called the streamer's new action comedy a "fresh and surprisingly enjoyable addition to the ever-growing Dutch Netflix catalog", and argued it was "both laugh-out-loud ridiculous and unexpectedly touching." Ready Steady Cut's Jonathon Wilson, meanwhile, gave it a 2-star review and labelled the movie "a bitter disappointment", writing: "Everything here — from the writing to the performances to the action and comedy — is half-arsed in the extreme". And if that passable verdict has you second-guessing streaming Netflix's new Dutch comedy, we can help you find your next watch. Check out our guides to the best action movies on Netflix, the best Netflix comedies, or our overall round-up of the best Netflix movies for tons more streaming suggestions fit for any upcoming movie night.
Tom's Guide
13-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Tom's Guide
Netflix's chaotic new action comedy movie looks perfect for 'Hot Fuzz' fans — watch the trailer now
Netflix's upcoming action-comedy looks like it's perfect for fans of buddy comedy hits like "Hot Fuzz" or "Bad Boys." And, in a summer where rival streaming service Prime Video has already released "Deep Cover" and is still to drop "Heads of State" and "The Pickup," it's good to see Netflix will have it's own chaotic watch, too. The new movie in question is "Almost Cops," a Dutch original comedy directed by Gonzalo Fernández Carmona which sees reckless ex-detective Jack (Werner Kolf) being demoted to work alongside Ramon (Jandino Asporaat), a dedicated community officer who wants nothing more than to keep the streets of Rotterdam safe and clean. Now, that might not sound like a recipe for a wild action comedy, but if you've watched the footage above, you'll know that's not true. The "Almost Cops" trailer descends into chaos when the pair agree to wade into Rotterdam's criminal underworld, and to search for the man who killed Ramon's brother. From there on, the trailer's a montage of wild action as they and the rest of Ramon's team become, as the trailer puts it, "Delightfully Deranged Officers," getting involved in brawls, chases and some slow-mo silliness. If the "Almost Cops" trailer has you excited to see what chaos is in store, you've only got a few more weeks to wait before you can watch it; "Almost Cops" comes to Netflix on Friday, July 11, 2025. Netflix has already released a full plot synopsis for the upcoming release. It reads: "In "Almost Cops," Ramon (Jandino Asporaat), a dedicated special investigating officer determined to make his Rotterdam neighbourhood safer is forced to work with Jack (Werner Kolf), a reckless ex-detective temporarily demoted to Ramon's team after an incident. "While these opposites must work together, they eventually discover they have more in common than they expected: the loss of a loved one who was murdered. As Ramon and Jack become a dream team, they do everything they can to track down the perpetrator, revealing unexpected secrets and getting ever closer to the truth." Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. In addition to Asporaat and Kolf, "Almost Cops" also stars Mark Rietman, Florence Vos Weeda, Juliette van Ardenne, Ferdi Stofmeel, Teun Kuilboer, Daniël Kolf, Victoria Koblenko, Romana Vrede, Yannick Jozefzoon, Nazmiye Oral, Rian Gerritsen, Phi Nguyen, Richard Groenendijk and Steef Cuijpers. Can't wait for "Almost Cops" to arrive? Need something else to stream while you wait? Check out our round-up of the best Netflix comedies or our overall list of the best Netflix movies for tons more streaming recommendations for more laughs and movie night picks.
Time of India
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Almost Cops OTT Release Date: When and where to watch Jandino Asporaat and Werner Kolf's new comedy film
Almost Cops OTT Release Date: If you're in the mood for a fast-paced comedy with big laughs, high-energy chases, and an unlikely partnership, Netflix has something exciting lined up. Almost Cops, a brand-new comedy film starring Jandino Asporaat and Werner Kolf, is dropping worldwide on July 11, 2025. No need to head to the theatre, this wild ride is coming straight to your screen. A buddy cop story with heart (and plenty of chaos) Almost Cops brings together two very different personalities on the same side of the law. Ramon, played by Jandino Asporaat, is a straight-laced community officer trying to keep his Rotterdam South neighbourhood safe. Jack, played by Werner Kolf, is a hot-headed ex-detective who's been kicked down a few ranks after a serious incident. When they're forced to team up, it's like mixing oil and water. But as they dig deeper into a murder case that's personal to both of them, they start to bond. Turns out, they've both lost someone close to them to violence. And as the unlikely duo get closer to the truth, they also uncover secrets, surprises, and maybe even a bit of mutual respect. Packed with punchlines, action scenes, and heartfelt moments, Almost Cops feels like the perfect mix of fun and feels. A solid team backing the mayhem The film features a strong supporting cast including Florence Vos Weeda, Juliette van Ardenne, Ferdi Stofmeel, Stephanie Ergun, Stephanie van Eer, and Ergun Simsek. Also on board are well-known Dutch actors like Mark Rietman, Teun Kuilboer, Victoria Koblenko, and Romana Vrede. Almost Cops is directed by Gonzalo Fernández Carmona and co-written by Thomas van der Ree, Joost Reijmers, and Kenneth Asporaat. Production is handled by Kaap Holland Film and Het Huis van Asporaat, with Jandino Asporaat also serving as one of the producers.
