Netflix comedy Almost Cops set in Rotterdam

ROTTERDAM, 10 July 2025 – Rotterdam’s cityscape and humour take centre stage in Netflix’s latest Dutch-language comedy, Almost Cops, which premieres this week. The film was celebrated with a fan screening and afterparty at Kino Rotterdam.

New Netflix comedy Almost Cops set in Rotterdam launches globally

An exclusive premiere of Netflix’s Dutch comedy film Almost Cops (original title Bad Boa’s) was held last night at Kino Rotterdam. Attended by fans and familiar faces from the city, the event marked the film’s upcoming global release on 11 July. The film, set in Rotterdam, features Jandino Asporaat and Werner Kolf in lead roles.

A pre-screening Q&A session with the cast was moderated by Fernando Halman, giving the audience insight into the film’s development and characters. Following the screening, the evening concluded with a dance-fuelled afterparty, reflecting the energy of the production and its setting.

Plot rooted in Rotterdam’s streets

Almost Cops follows the story of Ramon, a committed community enforcement officer (boa, or buitengewoon opsporingsambtenaar) portrayed by Asporaat, who is tasked with patrolling his local Rotterdam neighbourhood. He is unexpectedly paired with Jack, a former detective, played by Werner Kolf, who has been reassigned to Ramon’s team after a workplace incident.

As the unlikely duo navigate their conflicting personalities, they uncover a shared trauma – both have lost a loved one to murder. Their collaboration turns into a personal investigation, leading them closer to the truth and forcing them to confront unexpected revelations.

Netflix’s Almost Cops, starring Jandino Asporaat, premieres 11 July. The comedy, set in Rotterdam, was launched with a screening and fan event at Kino.

Local talent behind and in front of the camera

Directed by Gonzalo Fernández Carmona and produced by Maarten Swart, Jandino Asporaat, and Kenneth Asporaat, the film has been developed by Kaap Holland Film and Het Huis van Asporaat. The script was written by Thomas van der Ree, Joost Reijmers and Kenneth Asporaat.

The ensemble cast includes Mark Rietman, Florence Vos Weeda, Juliette van Ardenne, Stephanie van Eer, Ferdi Stofmeel, Ergun Simsek, Teun Kuilboer, Daniël Kolf, Victoria Koblenko, Romana Vrede, Yannick Jozefzoon, Nazmiye Oral, Rian Gerritsen, Phi Nguyen, Richard Groenendijk, Jetty Mathurin, Murth Mossel, Raymond Thiry, and Steef Cuijpers.

Rotterdam as a cinematic backdrop

With key scenes shot around the city, including recognisable landmarks such as the Erasmus Bridge, Almost Cops uses Rotterdam’s architecture and neighbourhoods not only as a setting, but as part of the narrative. The film blends comedy and light mystery, reflecting everyday tensions and connections in urban life.