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While a comedy, some officers find its depiction of the "absurdity" and office dynamics of police work surprisingly relatable. Confessions of a Former Bastard Cop | by Officer A. Cab

The show COPS pioneered the cinéma vérité style of television, following real-life law enforcement officers on their shifts without scripts or narrators. While a comedy, some officers find its depiction

If you're looking for storytelling rather than raw footage, these are highly-rated depictions of the badge: Why It’s Notable While a comedy

Focuses on the "family business" of policing, following multiple generations of the Reagan family in the NYPD. While a comedy, some officers find its depiction

A high-stakes cat-and-mouse game between an undercover cop and a mole.

Often cited by real officers as one of the most accurate depictions of urban policing and institutional decay.