Probably the best film in the series to date.
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08/25/08
Lethal Weapon 2 (1989)
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Reviews Counted:34
Fresh:28
Rotten:6
Average Rating:6.6/10
Runtime: 1 hr 58 mins
Genre: Action/Adventure
Synopsis: Murtaugh is still the family man. Riggs is still the daredevil, but now he counts the odds before bucking them. This time, they must protect an accountant who has laundered a half billion dollars... [More]
Starring: Mel Gibson, Danny Glover, Joe Pesci, Derrick O'Connor
Director: Richard Donner
Reviews for Lethal Weapon 2
Top CriticBy concentrating on the often frustrating, funny relationship between the three men, the film gains in humour but loses some of the momentum and panache which distinguished the original.
02/09/06
Top CriticOne of the finest examples of the genre, and, in my humble estimation, one of the greatest sequels put to film. Perhaps deranged hyperbole, but rarely does a follow-up outgun the original film as swiftly as Lethal 2 does.
08/26/09
Better than the first!
02/03/09
Returning director Richard Donner seems to have smoothed over the few stylistic rough edges remaining from the earlier film to deliver here two hours of pure, breathless, high-impact entertainment.
08/25/08
Top CriticLoaded with the usual elements, Lethal Weapon 2 benefits from a consistency of tone that was lacking in the first film.
06/06/08
Top CriticKick ass sequel
02/12/08
You may find the movie overdone, to be sure, but you'll have to admit the lead characters are endearing.
10/26/06
Too jokey and cutesy. This is where the series took a wrong turn toward too much comedy, but the public didn't seem to mind.
02/17/06
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06/11/05
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02/11/05
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01/08/05
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12/26/04
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11/19/04
Strong, funny sequel
06/25/04
No review available.
03/27/04
Despite problems with poor characterization and weak plot, Lethal Weapon 2 nevertheless provides a satisfying combination of male bonding, action and humor...
03/09/04
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12/08/03
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09/26/03
No review available.
09/11/03
Latest News for Lethal Weapon 2
November 03, 2006:
George Miller Discusses the Future of "Mad Max"
Mel Gibson recently stated that he wouldn't be returning for any more "Lethal Weapon" or "Mad Max" sequels, but director George Miller seems somewhat... More...
October 31, 2006:
Mel Gibson Nixes "Mad Max" and "Lethal Weapon" Returns
In a move that surprises absolutely no one and relieves quite a few, Mel Gibson has announced that he's officially staying away from any and all sequels to "Lethal... More...
August 07, 2006:
NOW Mel Wants to Do Another "Lethal Weapon"?
In a move that might be dismissed as "PR B.S." by many, Mel Gibson (allegedly) wants to head back to Riggsville and star in "Lethal Weapon 5" -- despite his... More...
March 02, 2006:
Critical Consensus: A Swinging "Party," A Sweet and Sour "16"
This week's wide releases will take us on a journey. We'll walk a couple blocks ("16 Blocks," "Dave Chappelle's Block Party"), take a dip in the ocean... More...
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