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Samurai Cop

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Samurai Cop is a 1991 American direct-to-video action film written, directed, and co-produced by Amir Shervan. The story follows Joe Marshall, a San Diego police officer trained in Japan, who is sent to Los Angeles to confront a Japanese gang involved in the cocaine trade. Mathew Karedas, credited as Matt Hannon, plays Marshall, with Robert Z'Dar and Mark Frazer in supporting roles; the film later developed a cult following.

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What is Samurai Cop about?

Samurai Cop follows Joe Marshall, a San Diego police officer trained in Japan. He is sent to Los Angeles to confront a Japanese gang involved in the cocaine trade.

Who directed Samurai Cop?

Amir Shervan wrote, directed, and co-produced Samurai Cop. The film was released as a 1991 American direct-to-video action movie.

Who plays Joe Marshall in Samurai Cop?

Mathew Karedas plays Joe Marshall, the officer at the center of the story. The character is presented as a San Diego policeman with training in Japan.

Is Samurai Cop a theatrical action movie?

No. Samurai Cop was an American direct-to-video film released in 1991. Its story combines police action, martial-arts imagery, and a crime conflict involving a Los Angeles gang.

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