Top 10 Cop Comedy Films to Watch

Description: Eddie Murphy plays a street-smart Detroit cop who goes to Beverly Hills to solve his friend's murder, bringing his unique style of policing to the posh city, resulting in comedic chaos.

Fact: The film was initially conceived as a drama, but Murphy's comedic talent transformed it into a comedy. The famous "Axel F" theme song became a cultural phenomenon.

Description: A group of misfit recruits join the police academy, leading to a series of comedic training mishaps and eventual camaraderie. This film launched a franchise known for its slapstick humor.

Fact: The film was inspired by real-life police training programs, but the humor was greatly exaggerated. It was one of the highest-grossing films of

Description: Detective Frank Drebin, played by Leslie Nielsen, bumbles his way through a case involving a plot to assassinate Queen Elizabeth II, delivering deadpan humor and slapstick comedy.

Fact: The film was based on the short-lived TV series "Police Squad!" The humor was so subtle that many viewers missed the gags during the initial release.

Description: Jackie Chan and Chris Tucker star in this action-comedy where a Hong Kong detective teams up with an LAPD officer to rescue a kidnapped diplomat's daughter, leading to a series of comedic and action-packed events.

Fact: Jackie Chan performed many of his own stunts, including a famous scene where he slides down a pole, which was done in one take. The film's success led to two sequels.

Description: A top London cop is transferred to a seemingly quiet village where he uncovers a conspiracy. This film blends British humor with over-the-top action, making it a standout in the cop comedy genre.

Fact: The film features numerous references to other action movies, including "Point Break" and "Bad Boys II." Simon Pegg and Nick Frost, who star in the film, also co-wrote the screenplay.

Description: While not strictly about cops, this film features a group of actors, including one playing a cop, who find themselves in a real war zone, leading to a mix of action and comedy.

Fact: Robert Downey Jr.'s performance as Kirk Lazarus, an actor who goes method and darkens his skin to play a black character, was controversial but earned him an Oscar nomination.

Description: Two young cops go undercover in a high school to bust a drug ring, only to find themselves reliving their teenage years with hilarious results. The film is a reboot of the classic TV series.

Fact: The movie was so successful that it spawned a sequel, "22 Jump Street." Jonah Hill and Channing Tatum improvised many scenes, contributing to the film's natural humor.

Description: Two mismatched NYPD detectives, one a desk jockey and the other a former forensic accountant, become unlikely heroes when they stumble upon a financial conspiracy. Their partnership is the heart of the comedy.

Fact: Will Ferrell and Mark Wahlberg had such great chemistry that they reunited for "Daddy's Home" and its sequel. The film's plot was inspired by the real-life financial crisis.

Description: Two friends dress up as police officers for a costume party and inadvertently become embroiled in real police work, leading to a series of comedic and dangerous situations.

Fact: The film was inspired by a real-life incident where two men were arrested for impersonating police officers. The movie's title was initially "The B Team."

Description: This buddy cop film pairs an uptight FBI agent with a rough-around-the-edges Boston cop, leading to a series of hilarious misadventures. Their contrasting personalities make for a comedy goldmine.

Fact: Melissa McCarthy improvised many of her lines, adding to the film's spontaneous humor. The movie was initially titled "The Untouchables" but was changed to avoid confusion with the 1987 film.