Ep 48 - Dawn of the Buddy Cop

Lethal Weapon (1987), 48 Hrs. (1982), & Freebie and the Bean (1974)

ALL MOVIES SPOILED

In this film block, Jeremy and Brian, explore the origins of the particular breed of action-comedy known as the Buddy Cop genre.

Where to watch:

Vidéothèque (South Pasadena)
Cinefile (Santa Monica)
Freebie and the Bean (Blu-Ray)
48 Hrs. (Blu-Ray)
Lethal Weapon (Blu-Ray)

Other films referenced:

What’s Up, Doc? (1972)
The Manchurian Candidate (1962)
Rush Hour (1998)
Bad Boys (1995)
The Blues Brothers
True Lies
They Live
Beverly Hills Cop
Manhunter
Last Action Hero
The Godfather
Predator
Die Hard
The Matrix
Dreamscape
The Warriors
Another 48 Hrs.
Blade Runner
Trading Places
Dolemite Is My Name
Predator 2
Home Alone
Sixteen Candles
Caddyshack
Liar Liar
The Road Warrior
The Omen (1976)
The Goonies
Superman (1978)
Stray Dog
The Odd Couple