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COPS is an American reality show which follows police officials during their patrols and other duties. Premiering on FOX in 1989, it is one of the longest-running reality television series, airing over 750 episodes as of 2009. The show has won four Emmy Awards, and has featured police activity in 140 cities, including London and the former Soviet Union.
The show became part of the fabric of popular culture, being spoofed on televisions shows ranging from Married... with Children, The Simpsons and Family Guy to The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, The Golden Palace and Full House.
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- The series was spoofed on Dinosaurs with the Dinosaur TV show "Tricera-Cops."