About
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.
Cast
Mel Gibson
Sergeant Martin Riggs
Danny Glover
Sergeant Roger Murtaugh
Gary Busey
Mr. Joshua
Tom Atkins
Michael Hunsaker
Darlene Love
Trish Murtaugh
Traci Wolfe
Rianne Murtaugh
Damon Hines
Nick Murtaugh
Ebonie Smith
Carrie Murtaugh
Lycia Naff
Dixie
Keywords
ex soldier los angeles buddy cop self-destruction police detective death of wife homicide detective lapd recklessness
Photos
Lists
#421 on Empire's 500 Greatest Movies Of All Time Empire
Awards
Oscar nomination for Best Sound Rick Alexander