The CW is back with a comedy crime series called Good Cop/Bad Cop. Season 1 is all set to air on February 19 at 9 PM ET.
With a mix of mystery, crime, family drama, and humor, the series stars Leighton Meester in a lead role that blends the best of both worlds- a sharp-witted detective and a comedic plotline.
In an interview with Parade, show creator Jon Quaintance described the series as a blend of 'Fargo and Knives Out' with 'elements of Moonlighting'- offering a mix of sharp banter, fast-paced action, romance, and heartwarming action.
Here's everything you need to know about the CW's upcoming show.
When will Good Cop/Bad Cop release? Streaming details explored?
Good Cop/Bad Cop will premiere on Wednesday, February 19, 2025. The show will air on The CW for free, and new episodes will be available weekly on Wednesdays. The one-hour episode will be broadcast at 9 PM ET, making this a perfect midweek pick for those who like a sharp, witty show.
The show will also be available on Roku with a $29.99 subscription Here's a table for the release timings of Good Cop/Bad Cop in the US.
What is the plot of Good Cop/Bad Cop?
Good Cop/Bad Cop follows the humorous adventure of Lou and Henry Hickman, a sister-brother detective duo in the small town of Eden Vale in the Pacific Northwest. The summary of the series Good Cop/Bad Cop reads:
"Siblings working as detectives in a small town navigate quirky locals, limited resources, their strained relationship, and their father, who's the police chief, in this comedic crime procedural"
As the Hickman siblings solve crime in the quaint town, they are also confronted with challenges like a lack of resources, making their investigation even more difficult. Adding to their difficulty is their father, Big Hank, who plays the police chief. The detective sibling duos' banter with their father, Big Hank, in both professional and personal spaces adds to the unique essence of the show.
About Good Cop/Bad Cop Season 1 cast
Good Cop/Bad Cop has a list of talented cast members who are part of the series including Leighton Meester as Lou Hickman. Meester is also known for her role as Blair Waldorf on Gossip Girls and movies like EXmas and Killer Movie. We will also see Adam Broody, Meester's husband as a guest star on the show. He asks Lou and Cook a hilarious question about whether they are married or not in the trailer.
Alongside Meester is Luke Cook, who plays Lou's brother, Henry Hickman, who is well known for his role in projects like Mystery Girls, Dynasty, Chilling Adventures of Sabrina, and Dynasty.
Besides the duo, Big Hank, played by Clancy Brown, is also an important character in the series. Clancy Brown is known for his roles in John Wick Chapter 4, Highlander, and The Shawshank Redemption.
Other important cast members include:
- Devon Terrell as Shane Carson
- Jeanette Cronin as Gladys
- Scott Lee as Joe Bradly
- Shamita Siva as Sarika Ray
- William McKenna as Sam Szczepkowksi
- Blazey Best as Nadia Drozdova
- Grace Chow as Lily Lim
- Philippa Northeast as Dr. Marci Laine
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