Cops

10 Best Episodes of Cops - Season 33

COPS is one of the first (and only) true and UNSCRIPTED reality shows, it follows the activities of police officers by embedding camera crews with police units.The show’s formula follows the Cinéma vérité convention, with no narration or scripted dialog, depending entirely on the commentary of the officers and on the actions of the people with whom they come into contact.COPS has followed officers in 140 different cities in the United States and also has been shot in Hong Kong, London, and the former Soviet Union. Each episode is approximately 22 minutes in length and typically consists of three segments, with each segment being one or two self-contained police incidents.

Written by Sophie and last updated on feb 10, 2023.

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Cops - S33E29

#15 - Scared Shirtless (Season 33 - Episode 29)

When an erratic man starts climbing on his car, a business owner flags down officers. Unusual circumstances allow officers to cut a driver some slack for being honest. A man forgets to return a car after running errands.

The episode was rated 7.38 from 21 votes.

Cops - S33E16

#14 - What's Your Sign? (Season 33 - Episode 16)

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A young couple allegedly spend too much time arguing instead of paying attention to the road; an officer uses a trick to catch someone in a lie; a chatty driver racks up a slew of charges in front of his own house.

The episode was rated 7.38 from 21 votes.

Cops - S33E20

#13 - Totaled Car Karma (Season 33 - Episode 20)

A deputy questions a driver about why his broken-down car looks like it's been in an accident. Obstacle after obstacle prevents a woman from fixing her janky vehicle. A young man looking for a fresh start falls on hard times.

The episode was rated 7.39 from 28 votes.

Cops - S33E2

#12 - Take it to the Bank (Season 33 - Episode 2)

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A little rain doesn't stop a determined quad driver from trying to outrun the police. A deputy has doubts about a man's professed distrust of banks. A man ignores obvious red flags when buying a moped and ends up paying the price.

The episode was rated 7.44 from 70 votes.

Cops - S33E14

#11 - Pedal to the Metal (Season 33 - Episode 14)

Officers are dumbfounded when a man tries to talk them into taking him to jail. Sparks fly when a driver tries to take his truck on the freeway with only two wheels. Deputies are on guard when they approach a belligerent man.

The episode was rated 7.45 from 53 votes.

Cops - S33E21

#10 - Say It, Don't Spray It (Season 33 - Episode 21)

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Two men acting strangely in a gas station draw the suspicion of an employee. Deputies arrest a man for creating an unsafe environment for his younger brother. Mom calls the cops when her daughter throws water on her.

The episode was rated 7.50 from 28 votes.

Cops - S33E1

#9 - Stolen Cars and Firearms (Season 33 - Episode 1)

A skittish driver's decision results in a trip to the hospital. A car full of young men swear they were trying to escape an imminent threat. An innocent woman struggles with the decision to press charges on her friend.

The episode was rated 7.53 from 78 votes.

Cops - S33E28

#8 - Funny Way of Learning (Season 33 - Episode 28)

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A biker with a history of stealing vehicles doesn’t know how to drive his motorcycle. A man in-between jobs takes up a sketchy method of earning money. Deputies strongly question the legitimacy of a man’s work van.

The episode was rated 7.54 from 13 votes.

Cops - S33E12

#7 - Running on Empty (Season 33 - Episode 12)

Fleeing suspects risk their safety by hiding in a dangerous swamp. For one driver, a broken truck turns out to be the start of a very long list of problems. Deputies sympathize with a woman who's been put through the wringer.

The episode was rated 7.55 from 51 votes.

Cops - S33E27

#6 - Take a Ride With Me (Season 33 - Episode 27)

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A traffic stop turns dangerous when a driver takes off with a deputy halfway inside the vehicle. Recent changes in the law and a forthright attitude help a man avoid jail time. A neighborhood man gives motorists a scare.

The episode was rated 7.58 from 19 votes.

Cops - S33E15

#5 - Nine Lives (Season 33 - Episode 15)

A generous boyfriend steps in to prevent his girlfriend from going to jail. Officers save a kitten who wants to hide in a dangerous place. A man says he's been driving a stolen truck for one day, but he's off by a few months.

The episode was rated 7.61 from 28 votes.

Cops - S33E24

#4 - Mr. Clean Getaway (Season 33 - Episode 24)

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A man in possession of a stolen car explains his unique nickname to deputies. Police go to the same house twice in under 30 minutes to sort out a messy marital spat. A mom with multiple priors is caught in a bind.

The episode was rated 7.69 from 26 votes.

Cops - S33E26

#3 - Very Superstitious (Season 33 - Episode 26)

After leading police on a slow pursuit, a sharply-dressed driver has a heated talk with another deputy. In spite of her tears, police unravel a woman’s lies one by one. A traditionally bad omen turns into good luck for a couple.

The episode was rated 7.74 from 19 votes.

Cops - S33E30

#2 - Cowboy Take Me Away (Season 33 - Episode 30)

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A suspect on the run makes a dangerous decision when he finds himself cornered. An unsuspecting driver gets more than she bargained for when she gives an old friend a lift. A friendly woman has a thing for cowboys.

The episode was rated 7.83 from 12 votes.

Cops - S33E33

#1 - Fight or Flight (Season 33 - Episode 33)

When the cuffs come out, an emotional cyclist gives deputies the runaround. A boyfriend’s honesty saves his girlfriend from going to jail on her birthday. Police investigate a case of road rage involving a possible gun.

The episode was rated 7.90 from 10 votes.

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