---
title: "Cop and a Half: New Recruit"
year: 2017
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/cop-and-a-half-new-recruit-2017"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 461297
imdb_id: "tt6212210"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 96
community_rating: 5.5
vote_count: 35
content_rating: "PG"
---

# Cop and a Half: New Recruit (2017) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/cop-and-a-half-new-recruit-2017

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Cop and a Half: New Recruit is a television movie released in the United States on August 1, 2017. Directed by Jonathan A. Rosenbaum, the film features a cast that includes Lou Diamond Phillips, Lulu Wilson, Janet Kidder, and Michael Coleman. The movie runs for one hour and thirty-six minutes and is rated PG. Blending the genres of crime, comedy, action, and family, the film serves as a family-friendly action reboot of the 1993 film. In the story, an ambitious and spunky twelve-year-old girl named Karina Foley, who believes she is a police officer, inserts herself into a police investigation. She joins forces with a grizzled veteran detective named Mark Simmons. Much to Detective Simmons's disapproval, Karina partners up with him to stop a criminal mastermind known as the Badge Bandit, who commands an army of drones that attack the public and wreaks havoc on the city. Through wit, skill, and green smoothies, Karina and Detective Simmons work together to save the day and build a strong relationship in the process.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | None | None | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, CosmoGo, YouTube |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, YouTube |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Jonathan A. Rosenbaum
- **Networks / Studios**: Universal Pictures, Universal 1440 Entertainment, 50 Degrees North Productions

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Lou Diamond Phillips** as *Detective Simmons*
- **Lulu Wilson** as *Karina Foley*
- **Wallace Shawn** as *Principal Miller*
- **Gina Holden** as *Sarah Foley*
- **Vincent Tong** as *Mr. Woo*
- **Janet Kidder** as *Captain*
- **Reese Alexander** as *Mayor*
- **Michael Coleman** as *Matthews*
- **Jordyn Ashley Olson** as *Farrah*
- **Giles Panton** as *O'Leary*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Cop and a Half: New Recruit online?
Cop and a Half: New Recruit is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is Cop and a Half: New Recruit worth watching?
Cop and a Half: New Recruit holds a community rating of 5.5/10 based on 35 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Crime, Comedy for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Cop and a Half: New Recruit and when was it released?
Cop and a Half: New Recruit is a feature film with a runtime of 96 minutes. It was released in 2017. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Cop and a Half: New Recruit?
Cop and a Half: New Recruit was directed by Jonathan A. Rosenbaum.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Cop and a Half: New Recruit — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/461297)
- [Cop and a Half: New Recruit (TV Movie 2017) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt6212210/)
- [Cop and a Half: New Recruit (2017) - Cast & Crew — The Movie ...](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/461297-cop-and-a-half-new-recruit/cast)
- [Cop and a Half: New Recruit (2017) - Full Cast and Crew](https://www.moviefone.com/movie/cop-and-a-half-new-recruit/YdWf27obs6e4ytVUluGKR4/credits/)

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