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New York Undercover Cop

New York Undercover Cop

The toughest city in the world deserves the toughest cop.

19932.81h 28m

Overview

Allegedly based on a true story, this film follows the life of Toshi, a Japanese man living in America and working with the New York City police. After being recommended for undercover work, Toshi decides to go after a gang lead by Hawk. Hawk and Toshi soon become friends, although Hawk's second-in-command, Tito, is suspicious of the newcomer. Will Toshi be able to bring the gang down, or will his cover be blown before he can finish the assignment?

Directed by Tōru Murakawa
Written by Jiro Ueno, Hiroshi Kashiwabara
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Top Cast

Toru Nakamura

Toru Nakamura

Toshi

Chad McQueen

Chad McQueen

Hawk

Mira Sorvino

Mira Sorvino

Maria

Conan Lee

Conan Lee

Konen Li

Andreas Katsulas

Andreas Katsulas

Ferrara

Tony Sirico

Tony Sirico

Mr. C

Manny Perez

Manny Perez

Tito

Jon Seda

Jon Seda

Mario

M

Manny Siverio

Sledge

Larry Romano

Larry Romano

Emilio

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About New York Undercover Cop

New York Undercover Cop is a action, thriller, crime, drama film released in 1993. Directed by Tōru Murakawa, it stars Toru Nakamura, Chad McQueen, Mira Sorvino. Allegedly based on a true story, this film follows the life of Toshi, a Japanese man living in America and working with the New York City police. After being recommended for undercover work, Toshi decides to go after a gang lead by Hawk. Hawk and Toshi soon become friends, although Hawk's second-in-command, Tito, is suspicious of the newcomer. Will Toshi be able to bring the gang down, or will his cover be blown before he can finish the assignment?

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