Cop & a Half
Synopsis
In the heart of bustling Johannesburg, a mismatched duo takes the crime-fighting scene by storm in a South African action-comedy. When a by-the-book cop is reluctantly paired with a smooth-talking informant, sparks fly as they navigate the treacherous underworld of drug trafficking. With unlikely camaraderie, they pursue a ruthless gang of drugdealers, leaving chaos and laughter in their wake.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2025-01-28
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Jonathan Boynton-Lee
Jon
Trevor Gumbi
Trev
Noxolo Dlamini
Busi
Jack Devnarain
Captain Dhoni
Bouwer Bosch
Detective Carelse
Thulani Mtsweni
Detective Dandla
Nthati Moshesh
Di Mamzo
Nadine Theron
Lady T
Kabelo Tsotetsi
Hector
Stevel Marc
Boy-Boy
Mbasa Jongisizwe Msongelo
Donovan
Simphiwe Ngema
Louise
Kaseran Pillay
Headaches
Laré Birk
Monica
Mpho 'El Chyna' Molefe
Pimp
Clayton Boyd
Evidence Officer
Ryan Flynn
Jason
Henry Madini
Wayne
Release History & Theatrical Window
June 25, 2025
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Mqondisi "Mq" Ngubane
- Screenplay & Story
- Jonathan Boynton-Lee, Meren Reddy
- Original Title
- Cop & a Half
- Country of Origin
- South Africa
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 24m
- Production Studios
- Cheeky Studios, The Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (South Africa)
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Mqondisi "Mq" Ngubane
Jonathan Boynton-Lee, Meren Reddy
Justus de Jager
Theo Scheepers
Yusuf Stevens, Odette van der Haar
Department Leadership Roster
Yusuf Stevens
Producer
Odette van der Haar
Producer
Mqondisi "Mq" Ngubane
Director
Meren Reddy
Writer
Jonathan Boynton-Lee
Writer
Justus de Jager
Director of Photography
Hannes Oosthuizen
Production Design
Theo Scheepers
Editor
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Frequently Asked Questions About Cop & a Half
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What is Cop & a Half about?
In the heart of bustling Johannesburg, a mismatched duo takes the crime-fighting scene by storm in a South African action-comedy. When a by-the-book cop is reluctantly paired with a smooth-talking informant, sparks fly as they navigate the treacherous underworld of drug trafficking. With unlikely camaraderie, they pursue a ruthless gang of drugdealers, leaving chaos and laughter in their wake.
Who directed Cop & a Half?
Cop & a Half was directed by Mqondisi "Mq" Ngubane.
Who stars in Cop & a Half?
The principal cast of Cop & a Half includes Jonathan Boynton-Lee, Trevor Gumbi, Noxolo Dlamini, Jack Devnarain, Bouwer Bosch.
When was Cop & a Half released and how long is it?
Cop & a Half was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 1h 24m.