Police Squad!
This 1982 comedy film, directed by David Zucker, stars Leslie Nielsen as the bumbling Detective Frank Drebin. The plot revolves around Drebin’s attempts to solve a series of crimes in his own uniquely incompetent way, leading to a series of hilarious and absurd situations. The film is known for its slapstick humor and clever wordplay, making it a cult classic. Interestingly, it was adapted from the short-lived TV series “Police Squad!” and has since gained a dedicated fanbase. You can watch it for free on Soap2day.
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Director: David Zucker, Jerry Zucker, Jim Abrahams
Studio: Paramount Television, Paramount Television Studios
Awards: Nominated for 2 Primetime Emmys, 1 win & 3 nominations total
Starring: Alan North, Byron Webster, Ed Williams, Georg Stanford Brown, Leslie Nielsen, Lorne Greene, Marvin Miller, Peter Lupus, Rex Hamilton, Robert Goulet, William Duell