🚓 Almost Cops (2025) on Netflix: Cast, Plot, Release Date & Why This Action-Comedy Duo Is a Must-Watch This Summer

Almost Cops (2025): Rotterdam’s Wildest New Duo Hit Netflix This Summer

Streaming July 11 on Netflix

What do you get when you pair a by-the-book community cop with a hotheaded ex-detective? A whole lot of chaos, unlikely camaraderie — and maybe, just maybe, justice. "Almost Cops", Netflix’s latest Dutch action-comedy-crime series, crashes onto screens July 11, bringing explosions, emotional depth, and a dash of streetwise humor to the heart of Rotterdam.

🚨 Plot: Opposites, Crime, and a Common Past

Ramon (Jandino Asporaat) is a devoted special investigating officer with one goal: keep his neighborhood safe, one ticket at a time. But when he's suddenly paired with Jack (Werner Kolf) — a reckless, recently demoted ex-

Detective — Ramon’s orderly world is turned upside down.

At first, their dynamic is explosive. Ramon plays by the rules, while Jack has likely set them all on fire at least once. But as the odd couple digs deeper into a string of crimes, they uncover a heartbreaking connection: both have lost a loved one to

Murder — possibly at the hands of the same killer.

What begins as a forced partnership slowly transforms into a full-fledged crime-fighting bromance, as they chase down leads, exchange witty banter, and learn to trust one another. Along the way, they’ll uncover dark secrets and unexpected allies, all while trying not to drive each other completely crazy.

👮‍♂️ The Cast & Crew

Directed by Gonzalo Fernandez Carmona, Almost Cops blends buddy comedy with heartfelt drama and high-stakes action, offering something for fans of everything from Bad Boys to Brooklyn Nine-Nine, with a distinctly Dutch twist.

⭐ Starring:

• Jandino Asporaat as Ramon, the rules-loving community protector.

• Werner Kolf as Jack, the bruised, instinct-driven ex-detective.

• Florence Vos Weeda in a key supporting role, adding dramatic weight to the emotional stakes.

✍️ Written by:

• Kenneth Asporaat

• Michel Bonset

• Murth Mossel

This team brings fresh energy and sharp writing to the classic buddy-cop formula, rooted in the vibrant streets of Rotterdam.

🔫 Why You Should Watch Almost Cops

• Dynamic Duo Energy: Watch two total opposites forge a compelling partnership, filled with laughs, fights, and real emotional payoff.

• Authentic Rotterdam Vibes: From canal chases to high-stakes confrontations in back alleys, the series showcases the city like never before.

• Balance of Heart and Humor: It’s not just about the jokes — Almost Cops brings real stakes, real grief, and real growth.

• Fast-paced, binge-worthy storytelling: Perfect for fans of action-packed procedural dramas and buddy comedies alike.

📆 Premieres July 11, Only on Netflix

With tension, twists, and plenty of laughs, "Almost Cops" promises to be a standout summer hit. Whether you're in it for the action, the emotion, or the explosive chemistry between Ramon and Jack, this is one cop show you won’t want to miss.

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Suit up. It’s going to be a wild ride.