Crime Busters (1977)
The legendary Italian action-comedy duo Terence Hill and Bud Spencer accidentally become cops in this riotous, fist-flying classic.
Crime Busters - Movie Information
- Original Title: I due superpiedi quasi piatti
- Release Year: 1977
- Directed by: Enzo Barboni
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Action, Comedy
- Age Rating (US): PG
- Runtime: 1h 55m
- Original Language: Italian
- Spoken Languages: Italian
- Release Date (Theatrical): April 1, 1977 (Germany - 12), June 6, 1977 (United States - PG), December 14, 1977 (France - U), April 6, 1977 (Italy - T), April 1, 1977 (Spain - A)
- Alternative Titles: Dva výtečníci (CZ), I 2 superpiedi quasi piatti (IT), Ловци на престъпници (BG), Dos superpolicías (ES), Two Supercops (US), Deux super-flics (FR), Bűnvadászok (HU), ...Ελάτε να Σας Δείρουμε (GR)
- Production Companies: Tritone Cinematografica, T.O.T.A.
- Production Countries: Italy
Crime Busters - Plot
An attempted robbery turns to be an unexpected recruitment when two unemployed men mistakenly break into a police office instead of a store.
Crime Busters - Trailer
Watch the official trailer and see the chaos unfold when two unlikely recruits hit the streets:
Hill and Spencer! They're a pair of car-crashing, womanizing, rough-housing loudmouths... and they're the good guys!
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Crime Busters - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Enzo Barboni
Main Cast
- Terence Hill
- Bud Spencer
- David Huddleston
- Luciano Catenacci
- Ezio Marano
- Luciano Rossi
- Luigi Casellato
- Edy Biagetti
- Jill Flanter
- Laura Gemser
Writers
- Enzo Barboni
Crime Busters - FAQs
How did Terence Hill and Bud Spencer end up as cops?
In Crime Busters, Matt Kirby (Terence Hill) and Wilbur Walsh (Bud Spencer) attempt to rob what they think is a store, but it turns out to be a police recruitment office. Rather than being arrested, they are unwittingly enrolled as officers, setting the stage for the film's comic mayhem.
Who are the main actors in Crime Busters?
Crime Busters stars Terence Hill as Matt Kirby and Bud Spencer as Wilbur Walsh. The supporting cast includes David Huddleston as Captain McBride, Luciano Catenacci, Ezio Marano, Luciano Rossi, and Laura Gemser, among others.
What is Crime Busters about?
Crime Busters follows two down-on-their-luck drifters who accidentally stumble into a police recruitment office while attempting a robbery. Drafted into the force against their will, the mismatched pair must navigate law enforcement while their brawling, slapstick chemistry drives the film's comedy.
Is Crime Busters part of a Terence Hill and Bud Spencer series?
While Crime Busters is not a direct sequel, it belongs to the beloved tradition of Terence Hill and Bud Spencer buddy comedies. Fans of the duo often pair it with films like Odds and Evens (1978) and Who Finds a Friend Finds a Treasure (1981), which share the same irreverent spirit and comedic chemistry.
Where can I watch Crime Busters?
Crime Busters is available to buy or rent on Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability may vary by region, so checking your local platform listings is recommended for the most current options.
What is the age rating for Crime Busters?
Crime Busters holds a PG rating in the United States, making it suitable for general audiences with parental guidance suggested. The film features slapstick brawls and comedic action typical of the Hill and Spencer partnership, without strong language or graphic content.
Who directed Crime Busters and wrote the screenplay?
Crime Busters was both directed and written by Enzo Barboni, who worked under the pseudonym E.B. Clucher. Barboni was the creative force behind many of the most celebrated Terence Hill and Bud Spencer collaborations, shaping the duo's signature comedic style.
What are similar movies to Crime Busters?
If you enjoy Crime Busters, you might also like Odds and Evens (1978), Miami Supercops (1985), and Who Finds a Friend Finds a Treasure (1981) for more Hill and Spencer fun. For broader buddy-cop comedy action, Lethal Weapon (1987) and Kindergarten Cop (1990) offer a similar dynamic.
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