The Knock Out Cop

Inspector Rizzo is a Naples police officer known for using his fists rather than a firearm to combat crime. While he maintains relationships with local informants to target pimps and drug traffickers, his aggressive tactics clash with those of his new superior, Tabassi. The conflict intensifies when Rizzo investigates a drug ring and suspects his boss of corruption, leading to his suspension from duty.

Directed by Steno, this 1973 action-comedy follows the director's earlier work, The Overtaxed, and precedes his later films such as Flatfoot in Hong Kong and Horse Fever. The production was a joint effort between Italy and France, involving production companies Mondial Televisione Film and C.A.P.A.C. The cast is led by Bud Spencer as the titular inspector, appearing alongside Adalberto Maria Merli, Raymond Pellegrin, Juliette Mayniel, Mario Pilar, and Enzo Cannavale.

The film has a runtime of 110 minutes and has received generally positive feedback from viewers. On IMDb, it holds a 6.7 rating based on 4,600 votes, while on TMDB, it is rated 6.5 by 193 users.