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Lethal Weapon (1987)

โ€œIf these two can learn to stand each other... the bad guys don't stand a chance.โ€

7.3/10 ยท 5,232 votes 1h 50m r ActionComedyAdventureThrillerCrime

#16 of 59 films from 1987 #400 of 2168 in action

Directed by Richard Donner ยท Written by Shane Black

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Overview

A veteran cop and an unstable detective become partners who must put their differences aside in order to bring down a heroin-smuggling ring run by ex-Special Forces.

Cast

Mel Gibsonas Martin Riggs
Danny Gloveras Roger Murtaugh
Gary Buseyas Mr. Joshua
Mitchell Ryanas General Peter McAllister
Tom Atkinsas Michael Hunsaker
Darlene Loveas Trish Murtaugh
Traci Wolfeas Rianne Murtaugh
Jackie Swansonas Amanda Hunsaker
Damon Hinesas Nick Murtaugh
Ebonie Smithas Carrie Murtaugh
Bill Kalmensonas Beat Cop
Lycia Naffas Dixie
Patrick Cameronas Cop #1
Don Gordonas Cop #2

Facts

Release dateMarch 6, 1987
Runtime110 min (1h 50m) โ€” about the same as the 1987 average of 106 min
GenresAction, Comedy, Adventure, Thriller, Crime
LanguageEN
Budget$15,000,000
Box office$120,207,127 (8.0ร— budget)
IMDbtt0093409

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Questions

How long is Lethal Weapon?
Lethal Weapon runs 110 minutes (1h 50m).
Is Lethal Weapon worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.3/10 across 5,232 votes, which places it #16 of 59 films released in 1987 in this index (top 75%) and #400 among 2168 action titles.
Who directed Lethal Weapon?
Lethal Weapon was directed by Richard Donner. Other well-rated titles by the same director: The Goonies (1985), The Omen (1976), Superman (1978).
Who stars in Lethal Weapon?
Mel Gibson as Martin Riggs; Danny Glover as Roger Murtaugh; Gary Busey as Mr. Joshua; Mitchell Ryan as General Peter McAllister; Tom Atkins as Michael Hunsaker; Darlene Love as Trish Murtaugh.
What is Lethal Weapon rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Lethal Weapon?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/34939.

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