The Knock Out Cop Apr 2026

(originally titled Piedone lo sbirro , or Flatfoot ) is a 1973 Italian action-comedy directed by Steno . It stars the legendary Bud Spencer as Inspector "Flatfoot" Rizzo, a Naples police officer known for his brute strength and refusal to carry a gun. 🔍 Plot Overview

A catchy, iconic score composed by Guido and Maurizio De Angelis .

Inspector Rizzo is a tough but fair detective operating in the heart of . He relies on his signature "hammer fists" and open-palm slaps to subdue criminals rather than firearms. The story follows his unofficial investigation into a new drug trafficking ring infiltrating the city. When his methods lead to a suspension from the force, he continues his crusade as a vigilante, eventually uncovering a conspiracy involving local mobsters and international drug lords. 🎬 Production & Cast Director: Steno (Stefano Vanzina) Starring: Bud Spencer (as Inspector "Flatfoot" Rizzo) The Knock Out Cop

The film's massive success in Italy and abroad turned "Flatfoot" into a beloved franchise. Spencer reprised the role in three sequels: (1975) Flatfoot in Africa (1978) Flatfoot in Egypt (1980) 🥊 Key Elements

While the film touches on serious crimes like murder and drug trafficking, it is balanced by Spencer's "superhuman" strength and cartoonish fight choreography. (originally titled Piedone lo sbirro , or Flatfoot

The film is celebrated for its authentic, gritty, yet humorous portrayal of 1970s Naples street life.

A blend of the poliziotteschi (Italian crime thriller) genre with the slapstick comedy Spencer was famous for. 🌍 Legacy & Sequels Inspector Rizzo is a tough but fair detective

Rizzo’s strict "no-firearms" policy serves as a central character trait and a source of comedy.