Andy Summers - quietly and confidently glueing everything together with his effortless professionalism. Up there with the true guitar greats, yet happy to leave his ego locked up in the hotel. Class

Somewhere between Stewart’s chaotic intensity - and Sting telling him to tone it down and just play the song with some restraint - lies one of the finest drummers ever. Somewhere between Sting’s precise, measured musicality and Stewart forcing him to push the tempo and up the ante - lies one of the best frontmen ever. They need each other!

5:51 "This is kind of surreal, you with that shit on your head casting aspersions on my headband." I love Stewart. I could watch hours of this.

You've got to hand it to Copeland .. he's so in shape, energetic and fit - he hasn't lost any enthusiasm or energy. What a man. The dynamic between the three of them is hilarious 😂

The conflict is what made them so ridiculously beautiful, born in the fire. It's a miracle we got what we did. Words cannot describe what this band means to me.

3:13 "I'm now in a band where I can't fire anybody." And the laughter that followed. 😂

7:05 Those "flams" Sting speaks of is SO signature of the Police sound and fans love it. Stewart's flams are like Andy's flanger/chorus effects.

18:40 Stewart: We are over rehearsed 18:41 Sting: We are under rehearsed

Stewart, Sting AND Kanye?! So many egos in that room. 😀 Andy seems so nice! Bless him. He’s put up with a lot!

John Mayer: I play a lot of guitar hero so I know its red, green, blue Andy: Thank god.. Omfg I love Andy 😂

Stewart and Sting are the classic Yin Yang. Thank God for Andy being the glue!

You've gotta love Stewart. He gives as good as he gets!LOL

Kudos to Stewert's son, Jordan Copeland for a fine production. I remember Stewert being interviewed, years ago, and mentioning that his son was attending film school at the time. It seems that he has graduated since and ripened into quite the film auteur. This was not only a beautifully shot documentary of the Police's reunion tour, but also a fascinating glimpse into the psychology of the three members coping with the grueling schedule of a massive world tour. Each member was open, willing to share, and quite articulate in their experiences.

LOL, that guying crying at 9:28 because he just had his face melted by the reunited Police, playing inches away from him. That would totally be me too. Saw them on the Ghost In The Machine Tour in 1982.

Copeland to reporter: "Don't for a minute think that I need a big gong. But I have one." I love his humour.

As a child I had medical issues that were very difficult to deal with, THIS BAND , made my life so much easier to deal with.....I wish they’d make new music , the world needs them......

When Kanye starts "singing" at 29:35, it always reminds me of my 3 year old niece joining in on the Christmas Carols

Strong personalities, amazing musicians, a lot to hear in this movie.

I freakin' love Stewart Copeland

I slept on the streets of Hartford for five days to get tickets to their Syncronisity Tour....got second row on the floor in front of Sting.....everyone rushed the stage and I stood right below Sting. He pointed his toe and touched my hand while dinging and gave me this sweet smile. These guys were awesome live. Saw them twice on The Ghost in The Machine tour. I made a huge banner with their logo and hung it off the side (had first row side stage). They came off the stage saw the banner and either Sting or Andy saw it, pointed it out to the others and Stuart came over grabbed it, shook it and left. I still have that banner packed away. It is a great memory. I can stillhere in my brain "Message in a Bottle"....live

I've always liked Stewart's flams. He's one of the few drummers that make that simple accent into a full fledged drum fill. I love Sting's abilities, but maybe one day ( not likely) he will realize that the general public and fans alike appreciate the musicianship of the individuals.

23:43 I thought the camera was going to pan up to reveal Sting flying the plane...or at least telling the pilot how he's not doing it right.

Stewart Unloading on Sting 4:50 was priceless

Sting gave the impression that he’s powerless because he can’t fire anybody. If this how he wielded power and influence in the band in the past then it’s no wonder relations between band members was on a knife edge at the height of their fame.

If I were in a band with Copeland I'd be all "do whatever you want bro".

"It's so important for me to make Sting happy, cos he is really important to me..... All of my instincts take me into realms that don't make Sting happy" 🤣🤣. That's it right there. Given this we are lucky they gave us 5 albums

What's interesting about the Sting - Stewart dynamic is the obvious dual dynamic of their relationship. There were spats and fights, but there was respect there too. Sting doesn't even flinch at 14:04 when Stewart starts fondling his head. They're relaxed with each other.

Telling Copeland how to drum is akin to teaching a great white how to eat.

Poor Andy...he's probably asking "Where's Robert Fripp when you need him?"

Interesting that Sting is admittedly somewhat rigid in the face of Stewart's improvisation whilst Sting improvises the hell out of his vocal melody lines

Andy Summers is like the Ringo of the Police. Whilst all the bickering and fighting is going on he's just chilling and waiting patiently to play another song.

The drum "pushes" sting is complaining about mid way through are the reason I loved Stewart Copelands approach to feel. I was raised on those awkward little acceents he plays. That the stuff that separates him as a drummer and sting is trying to squash it.

I’m team Stewart. Love his chaotic intensity

This band more than any influenced me in the 30 years I've been a pub/club covers band musician, personalities aside (we've all had clashes) these 3 guys rock, It's what makes it work. Why shouldn't Sting come across as cocky or arrogant he's brilliant, Stewart is simply breathtaking as a drummer/percussionist and just crazy. Meanwhile Andy gets his head down and creates some of the most recognisable pop/rock riffs of all time. I'd like to thank them all for waking me up to a sound and a style of playing that for me has never been equaled. Thank you guys, it was great to see you play together again after so many years.

Bonzo was highly impressed with stew's drumming its a well known fact. Even Jason said so. Stew changed the game, begun a new whole concept for drummers. Peart and Tony williams said that several times

Andy Summers book, One Train Later, is a great read. He also made a great interview hosted by Rick Beato which can be found on Beato's KZfaq site. Andy leaves you with the impression that he's intelligent and so fluent on guitar in several different genres. His early days hanging out with Clapton, Beck, Page, Chas Chandler, jamming with Hendrix, etc. are interesting. Selling to Clapton his Les Paul for $200 and it's now worth $2 million. Yikes!

I think the reason why the three work so well together (as Sting wondered about) is because each one of them is a genius and hugely talented.

Something about their clashing personalities and clashing ideas creates the perfect chemistry for whatever it is that they become. I’m sure this has been said 1000s of times, but it’s true.

From an outside perspective, Andy seems like the world's most patient man. I love him. I love this band. Stewart is the best drummer the world has ever seen. Sting is just simply brilliant (& he was right about Stewart's headband). But Andy is the one I'd love to hang out with. John Mayer + guitar hero ... That was awesome!

Oh, god, Taylor. I forgot he was in this. Such a tragedy.

"There came a time during the tour, the three of us had to hold hands, (we do a lot of that), confess, give it up, just to hang our heads in humility and and recognise that we are the hottest band in the fucken' world" - Stewart Copeland (35:22) Pretty much.

Stewart Copelands drumming helps to turn a 3 minute Police song into a 6 minute live masterpiece. Marley is always a great show starter ✌️🤘🇦🇺

I'm 58. The '70's were Zeppelin, the 80's were The Poilce. Laughed out loud watching this! F'ing GREAT, and very funny! Really captured the magic that was this band.

I sense that Sting isn't as horrible as everyone thinks. Especially now that he's older. He has solid visions with his songs so it can be hard to let go and allow the other guys to change them. It also appears that he's an introvert, which can make a person seem like an arrogant snob. I read his biography and now have a better understanding of him.

I imagine Sting can be tough but I think Copeland tends to be argumentative.

Must've watched this a trillion times, but I never get tired of it. These guys are very cool. The Police is one of the best things that happened in this universe.

Stewart Copeland Rocks!!

There's the Police, then all the other bands! The amount of emotion a Police song brings out in me is almost shocking. Love these guys, their music and their sense of humor. There isn't a day that goes by that I don't listen to one of their songs. In fact, I loved their music so much I taught myself to play bass, lead guitar and the drums....just so I could play their stuff. It's magical what they do!

RIP Taylor Hawkins 10:41

Stewart Copeland - “We don’t have ego clashes in this group. People assumed we did...” riiiiiiiiiiiiiiight......

Sting constantly making last minute changes to perfectly fine songs would have driven me insane.

Copeland saying they were over rehearsed and Sting saying they underrehearsed showing their differences.

Forget about how good he is a a drummer... My man Stewart Copland was charming the pants right off that lady at 31:37. Smooth as hell.

I love Stewart! hahahaha! 10:42, Taylor was there! wow. this is gold

Thanks Andy. You were the melody. Everyone has their role in a 3 piece All as relevant as each other. What a fantastic time to have been listening too and seeing bands like The Police play to their people

I saw them in Birmingham. I was blown away by Andy's improvs; something I hadn't twigged from their records - up there with the best of them IMO; Beck, Holdsworth et al.

I think I can quantize this whole thing. 1. Sting is a profoundly talented musical genius and a hugely successful artist on his own. 2. Sting could not sell out Dodger Stadium on his own without Stew and Andy being there. -The End

Without Stewart’s energy (and his bros) this band wouldn’t have a single GOLD record. Think about that...

bloody love stewart copeland! great sense of humour and an unbelievable drummer

Watching Sting & Stewart arguing is fucking hilarious

Can we please have a “best abuses” album of Police? My god this is more funny than any sitcom currently on TV. “Drum fill of 9 bars” or “why don’t we give him a Tennis racket “ ... oh lord dry British wit mixed with American confrontation is just the kind of stuff a writer would have to labor for. Thanks for this video now bring us the best of abuses album please

19:06 is that Kenny from South Park on Andy Summers’ guitar strap?? Sweet!

The psychological analysis of these 3 guys and how things work/don't work is a bottomless pit. Legends all. ❤️

..... Stewart is my fave guy in the Police. His back & forth with Sting is priceless.

Steward seems maniac to me... a genius, but maniac

7:06: “take the flams out”???? The FLAMS are the best part!!!!

I wouldn't mind another mini reunion or even a couple new songs but I'd have to say they went out on top playing better than ever!

4:00 Stewart completely rushes the shit out of his lick and fucks it all up, but at 9:04 he pulls it off the same lick relatively cleanly in Message In A Bottle. Also love that guy having a moment at 9:29. Great band forever.

Them :*finishes a great punk rock song* Sting afterwards: "it is tea time in 5 minutes"

Stewart's sarcasm in 16:00 it's priceless 😂

If these guys compiled all the backstage, rehearsal, touring, and interview comedy, no doubt they'd have a World Wide hit Sitcom

Saw them at Twickenham in 2007. One of the finest bands ever, recorded and live!!

Hilarious. The contrast between Sting & Andy's British sensibilities and Stewarts abrasive American is highly entertaining.

3 great artists with such strong personnality ! Difficult to play together again... No ? I really love Steward Copeland ❣🎼🎵🎶🎸🥁🥁🥁🖐♥️

As a guitarist ,I am with Stewart.I so enjoy that he gives sting what he is due.he more than richly deserves it.Andy Summers is the genius that paints to his formidable jazz abilities and the catalyst for the leap into true excellence.

Met them at UH campus first time in Hawaii, because my Aunty was shacking up with the promoter, they did a line and rocked the place. They were brothers back then and loved the island playing tourist. Got to kick it with devo b52s the knack and joan jett such good bands and memories loved the 80s

kanye rapping over a police tune is like having a turd on the mona lisa 😳

ah Stuart, you play a 4/4, I play a 4/4. I sound like no one, you sound like Stuart Copeland! Fantastic stuff!!!

29:04 Stewart's drumming on the chair just like in the music video. Love it!

Love the Police. Listened to all their albums when I was 17. They were a cool band. These days though I find it very difficult to get past Sting and the image he has painted since leaving The Police. He may be playing with the boys but he is still cannot convince me he is cool . :)

This band is the best ever, Only three guys make all these sounds .

They are always spirit to mess around; even years later, it is brilliant; they have an incredible complicity!!!!

LOL 41:05 Andy does Dr Strangelove impression..., as to make it all even more awesome.

10:40 .. Taylor Hawkins Died about 2 months ago now as I watch this film.. So Sad.

Andy is the only grown-up, always was...It's a miracle that they have recorded anything at all ever. EGOS should have been the name of that band.

15:24 says it all. Football/soccer is a whole lot more exciting to watch than chess Gordie!

Tengo este DVD, es increíble, es un honor que se haya llevado a cabo en mi ciudad natal (Buenos Aires) y haber estado ahí en el recital, adelante de todo, es una experiencia hermosa que nunca voy a olvidar. Gracias Andy, Stewart y Sting por tantas alegrías.

I have a new respect for Stewart Copelamd for giving it to Sting @4:09🔥

This is absolutely incredible. I had no idea this documentary existed. I cannot believe they had so much access. To watch these geniuses argue over details is fascinating.

Tears, laughter, and the hairs on the back of my neck will never be the same again. Thanks you bastards!

I was fortunate to have seen the "Ghost in the Machine" and "Synchronicity" tours when I was in High School. I traded an once of swag for great sets for the Synchronicity show. Great band to see live and in relativity small venues compared to their final 2007 tour. The cost for tickets in 2007 was outrageous as well.

Listening to the first minute, Sting seems like a total pain in the arse

Being "much more organised" as Sting says can actually be a bad thing (or rather, not as good). It kills spontaneity and being creative... I think audiences respond better to the "Craic" created by this creativity. Sting should just chill into it. They've played the songs to death, so they know the damn tunes... so allowing creativity is important. I think Sting as a band mate would drive me nuts too :) And having said all that I do realise it's 13 years old this LOL LOL :)

Sting and Stewart volatile relationship creates masterpiece music that spans generations

I was so fortunate to see them 3 times on this tour. Once in the US and twice in the UK. Sheer brilliance !

It's interesting that the iPhone wasn't massive at this time, i saw most of them reading newspapers or talking, not a single piece of technology in the open, not even inside the tour van or even the airplane, i miss those days when people actually talked to each other haha

Stewart's shirt says "we are all resistance" in arabic, most probably tribute to a graffiti of the same phrase in Palestine

The title should read: "The Police: Better Than Therapy"....it's included on The Police Certifiable: Live in Buenos Aires Official release on DVD/Blu-ray released on November 11, 2008.

its so great these guys got back together in 2007 i missed the live tour but im just glad they did it

3:36 best part ever... ahahah Andy ♡