6 Buddy Cop Comedies to Watch on Netflix After Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F
It takes two, they say!
Netflix ’s global top is now blown up by the new installment of Eddie Murphy ’s iconic franchise about a quick-witted cop on his way to bring justice. Apart from Beverly Hills Cop, there are a great number of buddy cop movies that will make you laugh to tears.
Here are 6 must-see comedies about the duos of cops, available on Netflix.
1. 21 Jump Street (2012)
The title of this banger movie became literally synonymous with buddy comedies. Starring Jonah Hill and Channing Tatum, it follows two hilarious police officers who are forced to infiltrate a local school to prevent the outbreak of a new synthetic drug.
2. The Nice Guys (2016)
Next is a comedy gem that focuses on a private detective (played by Ryan Gosling ) and a professional enforcer (Russell Crowe) on their mission to locate the daughter of a powerful official. It gives strong 70s vibes and displays impeccable cast chemistry.
3. Day Shift (2022)
Led by Jamie Foxx, this action-packed gem tells the story of a vampire hunter who leads a double life in order to protect his family. He is helped by a supervisor, portrayed by Dave Franco, and this duo offers a really wild ride full of top-notch jokes.
4. Coffee & Kareem (2020)
The Office ’s Ed Helms is perfect playing an awkward policeman who must save his new girlfriend and her teenage son after the boy witnesses a murder. It truly appears to be an entertaining and unexpectedly twisted family-friendly flick.
5. Bon Cop, Bad Cop (2006)
This black comedy follows two officers who are forced to work together to solve an intricate murder. It is packed with spectacular action sequences and razor-sharp dialogues that are memorable enough to quote them for a long time after watching it.
6. Spenser Confidential (2020)
Last entry in today’s list is Mark Wahlberg-starring movie that has nothing new to offer, but can still serve as a pretty good movie choice if you’re a fan of buddy comedies. It centers on an ex-officer who teams up with his friend to solve the murder of his boss.