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4.5 / 10(217 votes)IMDbR19911h 36mUnited States of America

Samurai Cop

“You have the right to remain silent—dead silent.”

Synopsis

When Japanese organized crime imbeds itself within LA, the police turn to one man to take down the deadly Yakuza — Joe Marshall, aka "The Samurai." With his fearless swagger and rock hard jaw, The Samurai tears a two-fisted hole through the mob and doesn't stop until the job is done.

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SAMURAI COP Theatrical Trailer (Remastered Version)Official

Type: Trailer • Published 2013-04-15

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Release History & Theatrical Window

4K UHD / Blu-ray Debut

November 30, 1991

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Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Amir Shervan
Screenplay & Story
Amir Shervan
Original Score
Alan DerMarderosian
Original Title
Samurai Cop
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 36m
Production Studios
Hollywood Royal Pictures

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Amir Shervan

Screenplay & Story

Amir Shervan

Original Score & Music

Alan DerMarderosian

Director of Photography

Peter Palian

Film Editing

Amir Shervan, Ruben Zadurian

Producers

Amir Shervan, Orlando Corradi

Department Leadership Roster

Amir Shervan

Amir Shervan

Director

Amir Shervan

Amir Shervan

Editor

Amir Shervan

Amir Shervan

Writer

Amir Shervan

Amir Shervan

Producer

Ruben Zadurian

Editor

Orlando Corradi

Orlando Corradi

Producer

Peter Palian

Director of Photography

Alan DerMarderosian

Original Music Composer

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: R

R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.

International Certification Matrix

CanadaR
Germany (FSK)18

FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.

United States (MPAA)R

Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Samurai Cop

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Samurai Cop about?

When Japanese organized crime imbeds itself within LA, the police turn to one man to take down the deadly Yakuza — Joe Marshall, aka "The Samurai." With his fearless swagger and rock hard jaw, The Samurai tears a two-fisted hole through the mob and doesn't stop until the job is done.

Who directed Samurai Cop?

Samurai Cop was directed by Amir Shervan.

Who stars in Samurai Cop?

The principal cast of Samurai Cop includes Mathew Karedas, Mark Frazer, Cranston Komuro, Robert Z'Dar, Gerald Okamura.

When was Samurai Cop released and how long is it?

Samurai Cop was released in 1991 with a total runtime of 1h 36m.

Who composed the musical score for Samurai Cop?

The original motion picture soundtrack for Samurai Cop was composed by Alan DerMarderosian.

What is the age rating and content advisory for Samurai Cop?

Samurai Cop holds official age classifications: CA: R; DE: 18 (FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).