
Lethal Weapon
1987, Action/Mystery & thriller, 1h 49m
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critics consensus
The most successful installment in a phenomenally successful series, Lethal Weapon helped redefine action movies for the 1980s and 1990s. Read critic reviews
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Movie Info
Following the death of his wife, Los Angeles police detective Martin Riggs (Mel Gibson) becomes reckless and suicidal. When he is reassigned and partnered with Roger Murtaugh (Danny Glover), Riggs immediately clashes with the older officer. Together they uncover a massive drug-trafficking ring. As they encounter increasingly dangerous situations, Riggs and Murtaugh begin to form a bond. Riggs' volatile behavior might just help them apprehend the criminals -- if it doesn't kill them both first.
Cast & Crew
Mel Gibson
Sergeant Martin Riggs
Sergeant Martin Riggs
Danny Glover
Sergeant Roger Murtaugh
Sergeant Roger Murtaugh
Gary Busey
Mr. Joshua
Mr. Joshua
Mitch Ryan
General Peter McAllister
General Peter McAllister
Tom Atkins
Michael Hunsaker
Michael Hunsaker
Darlene Love
Trish Murtaugh
Trish Murtaugh
Critic Reviews for Lethal Weapon
Audience Reviews for Lethal Weapon
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Jan 15, 2022While it won't be the classic unconventional Christmas film Die Hard is, Lethal Weapon is still a solid crime film. While it is a fairly standard 80s plot of drug trade, what elevates the whole thing is the odd couple pairing of Danny Glover and Mel Gibson. Gibson is delightfully unhinged, and Glover is safe and reasonable, yet you buy their friendship as much as their fights. They're a legendary buddy cop duo for a reason.Michael M Super Reviewer
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Mar 12, 2016Pretty good action movie that still stands on its own two feet nowadays, The story is very predictable as are most cop/action movies but it's pretty well acted at times and Mel Gibson and Danny Glover were great together.Jamie C Super Reviewer
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Feb 13, 2016One of my favourites. Lethal Weapon has the amazing chemistry between its two leads, as well as providing witty dialogue, cool action sequences and a overall great time. A great classic!Mr N Super Reviewer
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Nov 23, 2015Disclaimer: This review below is a review of "Lethal Weapon: The Director's Cut". Though in the review it will be referred to as just "Lethal Weapon". "Lethal Weapon" is a thrilling action movie. "Lethal Weapon" is has amazing acting from "Mel Gibson" and "Danny Glover". This movie has an thrilling plot to it. Every scene is great except for one. A scene I found stupid was where a car is driver through a house just for fun. "Lethal Weapon" has got a incredible soundtrack to it. It makes the scenes even better. The action scenes in this film are awesome, nothing looks fake. I highly recommend you watch "Lethal Weapon" as it is a awesome 80's movie. And I give "Lethal Weapon" a 8.5/10.Steve G Super Reviewer
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