Lethal Weapon (1987)

1987 • R • 109 min • Action, Crime, Thriller

Lethal Weapon (1987) is a action, crime, thriller film directed by Richard Donner. Led by Mel Gibson, Highly rated with 7.6/10 on IMDb, this movie stands as one of the most memorable action, crime, thriller titles of its era. The film runs 109 min. Whether you are discovering it for the first time or revisiting a favourite, Lethal Weapon delivers exactly what fans of the action, crime, thriller genre are looking for.

Lethal Weapon (1987) poster
★ 7.6 / 10  IMDb
Action Crime Thriller
DirectorRichard Donner
WriterShane Black, Jeffrey Boam
StarsMel Gibson, Danny Glover, Gary Busey
LanguageEnglish
CountryUnited States
Box Office: $65,207,127

About Lethal Weapon

Lethal Weapon (1987) is a Action film with strong elements of Crime, Thriller, directed by Richard Donner. The screenplay was written by Shane Black, Jeffrey Boam. The cast features standout performances from Mel Gibson and Danny Glover, among others.

Martin Riggs is an L.A. cop with suicidal tendencies and Roger Murtaugh is the unlucky police officer with whom Riggs is assigned. Together they uncover a huge drug-smuggling operation, and as their s…

Ratings & Reviews

7.6/10
IMDb
81%
Rotten Tomatoes
68/100
Metacritic
🏆 Nominated for 1 Oscar. 5 wins & 3 nominations total

Cast & Crew

Director
Richard Donner
Writer
Shane Black
Writer
Jeffrey Boam
Actor
Mel Gibson
Actor
Danny Glover
Actor
Gary Busey

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lethal Weapon about?

Martin Riggs is an L.A. cop with suicidal tendencies and Roger Murtaugh is the unlucky police officer with whom Riggs is assigned. Together they uncover a huge drug-smuggling opera…

Who directed Lethal Weapon?

Lethal Weapon (1987) was directed by Richard Donner. The film is a action production that showcases the director’s distinctive style.

Who stars in Lethal Weapon?

The main cast of Lethal Weapon includes Mel Gibson, Danny Glover, Gary Busey. Their performances are one of the key strengths of the film.

Is Lethal Weapon worth watching?

Yes, Lethal Weapon is well worth watching, with strong reviews from both critics and audiences. With an IMDb score of 7.6/10, it has earned its place as a notable action film. It also received significant industry recognition: Nominated for 1 Oscar. 5 wins & 3 nominations total.

How long is Lethal Weapon?

Lethal Weapon has a runtime of 109 min. It was released in 1987 and is rated Action, Crime, Thriller in terms of genre classification.

Where can I watch Lethal Weapon?

Lethal Weapon may be available on major streaming platforms such as Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Disney+, Hulu, or available for digital rental/purchase on platforms like Apple TV, Vudu, or Google Play. Availability varies by region and changes over time.