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Movie Info

Release Date: December 07, 1982
Runtime: 96 minutes
Alternative titles: View all (10)
Genres:
Crime Action Comedy
Budget: $12,000,000
Revenue: $78,868,508
Original Language: English
Status: Released
Spoken Languages:
Critic Scores
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92%
Tomatometer
71
71/100
Metacritic
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6.7/10
TMDB
1,678 votes
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6.9/10
IMDb
92,809 votes
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48 Hrs.

1982

"Time's running out, trust is running low."

Also known as: πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ EN: 48 Hours? πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡Έ ES: 48 Horas? πŸ‡«πŸ‡· FR: 48 heures? πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ ZH: 四十八小既? πŸ‡·πŸ‡΄ RO: 48 de ore All international titles (10) →

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Parental Guide — Suitable for 13+

13+

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Category Level Indicator
Violence 3/5
Sexual Content 2/5
Language 3/5
Drugs / Alcohol 2/5
Frightening Elements 2/5
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Budget: $12,000,000
Revenue: $78,868,508
Profit $66,868,508
ROI +557.2% (6.6x)

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48 Hrs. is directed by Walter Hill .

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Keywords

#revenge 146 #amused 145 #absurd 74 #prison 72 #san francisco, california 38 #buddy cop 29 #knife 12 #partner 10 #convict 9 #tough cop 3 #fake fight 1 #dysfunctional relationship 1

Trivia & Fun Facts about 48 Hrs.

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  • The film was shot on location in San Francisco, which provided a gritty urban backdrop that complemented the film's crime and action themes.

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  • Eddie Murphy improvised many of his lines, contributing to the film's comedic tone and showcasing his natural charisma.

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  • The character of Reggie Hammond, played by Eddie Murphy, was initially written with a more serious tone, but the casting of Murphy led to a shift towards a lighter, comedic portrayal.

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  • In one scene, Nick Nolte's character is seen wearing a jacket that is notably dirty and worn, symbolizing his rough exterior and the morally ambiguous world he inhabits.

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  • A notable continuity error occurs when the characters are seen driving in a car with different seatbelt configurations between shots.

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  • The film's soundtrack features a memorable score by James Horner, whose work helped establish the tone of the film and enhance its action sequences.

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  • The film is often seen as a precursor to the buddy cop genre, influencing later films like 'Lethal Weapon' and 'Rush Hour'.

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