Cops
“A roar from the riot squad!”
Synopsis
Buster Keaton gets involved in a series of misunderstandings involving a horse and cart. Eventually he infuriates every cop in the city when he accidentally interrupts a police parade.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
March 11, 1922
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Edward F. Cline, Buster Keaton
- Screenplay & Story
- Edward F. Cline, Buster Keaton
- Original Score
- Ben Model
- Original Title
- Cops
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 18m
- Production Studios
- Joseph M. Schenck Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Edward F. Cline, Buster Keaton
Edward F. Cline, Buster Keaton
Ben Model
Elgin Lessley
Buster Keaton
Joseph M. Schenck
Department Leadership Roster
Edward F. Cline
Director
Buster Keaton
Director
Edward F. Cline
Writer
Buster Keaton
Writer
Joseph M. Schenck
Producer
Buster Keaton
Editor
Elgin Lessley
Director of Photography
Ben Model
Original Music Composer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Cops
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Cops about?
Buster Keaton gets involved in a series of misunderstandings involving a horse and cart. Eventually he infuriates every cop in the city when he accidentally interrupts a police parade.
Who directed Cops?
Cops was directed by Edward F. Cline, Buster Keaton.
Who stars in Cops?
The principal cast of Cops includes Buster Keaton, Edward F. Cline, Virginia Fox, Steve Murphy, Joe Roberts.
When was Cops released and how long is it?
Cops was released in 1922 with a total runtime of 18m.
Who composed the musical score for Cops?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Cops was composed by Ben Model.