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Each episode is a unique adventure in a new American city, documenting a wide range of strange occurrences and scenarios. One segment might capture a domestic violence call, in which a wife has been beaten by her angry husband who has been drinking all night. Another segment may follow the case of an old lady whose house was just robbed.
One aspect that makes the show so unique is its spontaneity. The plot of the story can change in a split second; a routine traffic stop can turn into a high speed chase down a dark alley. The police officers who are being filmed don't have any more inside information than the viewers at home and this truly creates a very interactive experience.
While the show explores some serious topics and real life socioeconomic issues, there are some heartfelt and comical moments that sheds new light on the character of law enforcement. For example, in one episode police officers might respond to the scene of a pig running rampant in the middle of a freeway while another program may narrate the capture of a python snake roaming through a citizen's backyard. These moments of comic relief give viewers a glance at the nobler side of law enforcement.
Since the first episode aired in 1989 in Florida, the show remains one of the only few reality programs that has truly revolutionized television. Its no-holds-barred approach to depicting reality at all costs make this program a favorite among viewers from all types of backgrounds and will continue to make a mark on TV history when it comes back on the air in January 2013.
- Saturday 8:00 PM et/pt on Spike TV
- 30 Seasons, 727 Episodes
- March 11, 1989
- Action & Adventure, Reality
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/10 - Cast: Andrew Fincher, Heather Ashley Chase, Tony 'Scott' Villarreal-Dowlearn, Joe Guay
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Cops Full Episode Guide
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Deputies investigate three unrelated cases, including a suspicious female whose friend is the actual culprit. Also: A runaway suspect turns a small problem into a huge one; and a defiant woman reveals her misdeeds and puts her marriage at risk.
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A chatty motorist becomes agitated when officers start asking questions; a fleeing driver calls his wife in the middle of a pursuit; and a man is caught lying and is given a test to prove his innocence.
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A precarious foot pursuit ends with the suspect in an embarrassing position; a motorist calls the cops when a pedestrian loses his cool; a relationship becomes jeopardized when a man resorts to old habits.
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Cops organize a search and discover a suspect in a tight spot; a pastor locates a suspicious car parked behind his church; and an officer gives advice to a young mom with a hard past.
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Officers face a repeat offender; a deputy finds a group of teens in a parked car; and a lady is surprised after deputies unearth a secret of her brother's.
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A wanted man makes a desperate decision after he flees on foot; an overprotective girlfriend questions the cops and finds herself in cuffs; a jealous man loses more than his girlfriend after he picks a fight with her son.
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Suspected jewelry thieves attempt a daring escape during a high-speed pursuit. A feisty man does everything that he can to make his arrest a challenge. A traffic stop leads to a marital spat after it reveals some illegal items.
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A wanted criminal complains of chest pains after hurting a fellow driver; a woman phones the police over a spicy bag of chips; and a savage crosses the line with his girlfriend.
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Officers ave the day when a troubled guy hits a low point; cops answer a call when a man initiates a food fight in a fit of rage.
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A furious man has a hard time accepting the truth when faced with his actions; officers interrogate a cagey crew to confirm suspicions; a disagreement between parents turns violent.
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An deceitful driver tells the cops that he's the victim; a pregnant lady makes some questionable decisions; a robbery suspect feels comfort by coming clean.
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An audacious motorist can't believe that his mother agrees with the law; deputies find a man in an unusual costume during a traffic stop; officers protect a hardworking mother from a couple of unexpected visitors.
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A desperate suspect runs from the police after shots are fired; a dad and daughter are caught off guard when they come face to face with a man wielding a screwdriver; the cops catch a bunch of women making bad decisions.
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A young man receives a wakeup call when officers catch him breaking the law. A traffic stop turns up a nervous trio with a lot to hide. Officers play peacemakers after a board game sparks a family feud.
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A lady's job search becomes sour and officers intervene when she goes to extremes. In addition: deputies approach an edgy man with bad habits and cops run into a suspect who believes his girlfriend is the reason he was caught.
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A guy has a heart-pounding incident and requires medical attention; a lawbreaker can't seem to understand the magnitude of her situation; the cops grill an interesting trio.
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A detective gets hurt during a chase of a probable car thief; a young pair get arrested after a bar fight; and an inspection of a suspect's car yields a variety of items.
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Officers follow a parolee down a dead end street; authorities face a jealous boyfriend with inconsistencies to his tale; and an officer comes to the assistance of frustrated citizens.
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Deputies run into a bad car crash and pull a guy from the wreckage; cops question a robbery suspect who says he was actually the victim; and officers encounter a young man who declares he has a disorder that causes him to run away.
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A felon looks for safe haven and turns to his grandmother; deputies use an old security item from the 1980s; and police call in animal control after neighbors wont return a dog to its owners.
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A car chase changes gears when the driver leaves on foot; tempers rise between neighbors after some children get physical; a nervous driver gets mad when the cops search his passenger.
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A crafty guy attempts everything to escape police; Good Samaritans place their lives on hold when they see a violent crime in progress.
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An officer gets outnumbered by three suspects; a guy gets in over his head while attempting to help a neighbor; and deputies must separate a husband and wife to do a search of their car.
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A dad reports his boy to the cops; a lawbreaker attempts to blame his actions on family responsibilities; and officers find odd items while searching a guy's car.
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Emotions run high during a dispute with alcohol and a beloved pet; a talkative motorist struggles to keep his story straight; deputies investigate a domestic incident and find the aggressor in an awkward spot.
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A young lady attempts to escape jail; a mom makes an error, forcing her father to intervene; and a traffic stop prompts a deputy to wonder if an elderly couple is involved in criminal activity.
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A teen reports a neighbor to police; a grandmother reports a young mother; and deputies question a suspicious group hanging out in a quiet truck stop.
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Cops help a frightened woman flee an abusive fiancé; a motorist's passenger causes problems; and authorities come face-to-face with an overly friendly guy.
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Officers go into a dark building to halt a robbery; approach a cyclist; and face a scared lady who has difficulty staying calm when she gets pulled over.
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A suspicious man decides to take his chances with the wrong end of a taser. A lawbreaker tries to convince the cops that he's a good guy. Deputies smell trouble during a traffic stop.
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A high-speed pursuit ends abruptly when the suspect makes a wrong turn. Officers are forced to intervene when a jilted lover can't take a hint. A nervous man attempts to hide his crime when he thinks no one can see him.
