Police Story has quietly become one of the more dependable crime dramas currently available. 6 seasons is a serious commitment, but one that pays off episode after episode. Its 7/10 TMDB score, built from 18 ratings, reflects a title that consistently delivers. The ensemble matches the material scene for scene. There is no real reason to keep putting it off.

Part of the current wave of titles people are actually watching, Police Story earns its spot. Police Story treats its mystery as a means, not an end in itself. Detective Cheng is commissioned by Interpol to destroy the Empire of Chaiba, a worldwide criminal organization based in Southeast Asia. He initiates an undercover operation to infiltrate the organization. The series ran for 6 seasons (1973–1988), building a story that gave its audience time to invest properly. The plot mechanics of Police Story never overwhelm the human cost underneath them. It delivers reliably on what it promises, which is more than most of its competition manages.

For anyone who wants their crime drama to earn its twists, Police Story delivers. The tonal similarities to S.W.A.T. Are real, though Police Story carves out its own identity quickly. The 6-season run rewards the patience it asks of you. The cast handles the material with real conviction. Few crime dramas earn their twists this consistently.

Police Story wrapped up in 1988, created by Joseph Wambaugh and E. Jack Neuman — and 6 seasons are available to watch from start to finish. Find exactly where it's streaming below, and TV Butler Pro makes it effortless to track your progress as you go. Just search the name, and Butler finds it instantly, tells you which service has it, and remembers exactly where you left off.