Lethal Weapon 3

LAPD detectives Riggs and Murtaugh are back, this time confronting a corrupt former police captain who has been stealing confiscated firearms from the evidence lock-up to sell on the street. As they delve deeper into the case, they uncover a city-wide conspiracy that puts their lives, and the lives of innocent citizens, in grave danger. The duo must navigate betrayals and shootouts to bring the corrupt officer to justice.

Lethal Weapon 3 was a commercial success, grossing over $321 million worldwide. While not as critically acclaimed as its predecessors, it was generally well-received by audiences for its blend of action, humor, and the enduring chemistry between Mel Gibson and Danny Glover. Critics noted its high-octane sequences and the introduction of new elements, though some found the plot less original than the earlier films.

• Praised for its continued action sequences and the established dynamic between the lead actors.
• Criticized by some for a plot that felt formulaic and less compelling than previous installments.
• The addition of new characters and comedic elements were seen as a mixed bag, with some enjoying the levity and others finding it detracted from the drama.

Google audience: Audiences generally enjoyed Lethal Weapon 3 for its familiar blend of action and humor, appreciating the return of Riggs and Murtaugh. However, some viewers felt the story was predictable and lacked the originality of the earlier films in the series.

During the filming of the car chase scene through the mall, the filmmakers received numerous calls from the public reporting a real car crash, as the stunts were so realistic.