Lethal Weapon 2 (1989)

About this episode

The episode discusses the film 'Lethal Weapon 2' and its themes, characters, and memorable moments.

We are back in 1980s LA with our favourite cop duo Riggs and Murtaugh! This time they are going up against South African Diplomats who are using their diplomatic immunity to commit all sorts of crimes. Can Riggs and Murtaugh come out on top and revoke the diplomatic immunity or will they meet a sticky end like all of Riggs love interests. In this episode you can expect lots of practical stunts, lots of memorable quotes and a great rant about drive thru food.

People in this episode

Hosts: Harry Peaden, Alfie Mearman

Topics covered

• action film
• buddy cop
• diplomatic immunity
• 1980s cinema
• stunts
• food rants

Keywords

• Lethal Weapon 2
• 1989
• Riggs
• Murtaugh
• action
• diplomatic immunity
• stunts
• quotes
• drive thru food

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Lethal Weapon 2

Places: South Africa, 1980s LA

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