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Lethal Weapon 2
Lethal Weapon 2

Lethal Weapon 2

July 7, 1989· 1h 54m
Directed by
Cinemagraphs Score7.4

Riggs and Murtaugh are on the trail of South African diplomats using their immunity to engage in criminal activities.

Critics Sentiment

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20 reviews·Last updated 2mo ago
Peak Moment

Murtaugh shoots Rudd declaring diplomatic immunity has been revoked

8.6at 1h 49m
Lowest Moment

Vorstedt kills Rika by drowning while revealing Riggs' wife truth

6.2at 1h 16m
Biggest Swing

The film drops from the beloved nail gun sequence to its darkest moment with Rika's murder, then builds momentum through spectacular destruction to the triumphant finale.

Critics praised Lethal Weapon 2 as a worthy sequel that maintains the chemistry and energy of the original while adding Joe Pesci's memorable character. The film builds from a somewhat confusing opening to spectacular set pieces and emotional character moments, culminating in a satisfying finale that showcases the partnership's evolution.

20 reviews analyzed|Sources: Critic_blog, Imdb, Tmdb
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Riggs and Murtaugh pursue drug suspects in high speed chase
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Riggs and Murtaugh discover gold Krugerrands and South African connection
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Riggs and Murtaugh assigned to protect witness Leo Getz
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Rudd invokes diplomatic immunity leaving LAPD powerless to act
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Murtaugh kills assassins with contractor's nail gun at home
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Vorstedt kills Rika by drowning while revealing Riggs' wife truth⬇ Lowest moment
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Riggs and Murtaugh board Alba Varden freighter for final confrontation
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Murtaugh shoots Rudd declaring diplomatic immunity has been revoked⬆ Peak moment
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