Synopsis: Veteran buttoned-down 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.
Tagline: If these two can learn to stand each other... the bad guys don't stand a chance.
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Released: 1987-03-06
Revenue: $120,207,127
Runtime: 110 minutes
Status: Released
Rating: 7.264