Lethal Weapon Movie Review

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Story Overview of Lethal Weapon

Buttoned-down veteran LAPD detective Roger Murtaugh is partnered with unhinged cop Martin Riggs, who — distraught after his wife's death — has a death wish and takes unnecessary risks with criminals at every turn. The odd couple embark on their first homicide investigation as partners, involving a young woman known to Murtaugh with ties to a drug and prostitution ring.

Lethal Weapon Rating and Reception

IMDb Rating: Not available

Lethal Weapon Details and Cast

Movie NameLethal Weapon
Original LanguageEn
Spoken LanguageEnglish
Release Date1987-03-06
Runtime110 minutes
CountryUnited States of America
GenresAdventure, Action, Comedy, Thriller, Crime
WriterN/A
DirectorRichard Donner
ProducerJoel Silver, Richard Donner

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Lethal Weapon Star Cast

Mel Gibson Martin Riggs
Danny Glover Roger Murtaugh
Gary Busey Mr. Joshua
Mitchell Ryan General Peter McAllister
Tom Atkins Michael Hunsaker
Darlene Love Trish Murtaugh
Traci Wolfe Rianne Murtaugh
Jackie Swanson Amanda Hunsaker
Damon Hines Nick Murtaugh
Ebonie Smith Carrie Murtaugh

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Our Review of Lethal Weapon

'Lethal Weapon' delivers a mixed adventure experience, combining adventure, action, comedy, thriller, crime. Released on 1987-03-06, this 110-minute film by Richard Donner has notable moments but lacks consistency. With performances by Mel Gibson, Danny Glover, Gary Busey, it’s worth a look for adventure fans.

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