CHiPs is an American romance film.
CHiPs is a 2017 American action comedy buddy cop film written and directed by Dax Shepard , based on the 1977 -- 1983 television series of the same name created by Rick Rosner .. Dax Shepard. Dax Shepard. Rick Rosner. Rick Rosner. CHiPs. CHiPs. action. Action film. comedy. comedy film. buddy cop film. buddy cop film. television series of the same name. CHiPs. The film stars Shepard as Officer Jon Baker and Michael Pena as Frank `` Ponch '' Poncherello , with Rosa Salazar , Adam Brody and Vincent D'Onofrio in supporting roles .. Michael Pena. Michael Pena. Rosa Salazar. Rosa Salazar. Adam Brody. Adam Brody. Vincent D'Onofrio. Vincent D'Onofrio. Principal photography began on October 21 , 2015 in Los Angeles .. Principal photography. Principal photography. Los Angeles. Los Angeles. The film was released on March 24 , 2017 by Warner Bros. .. Pictures , received negative reviews from critics and has grossed $ 25 million worldwide .