48 Hrs.

  • 1982


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$ 78 Million
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Positive Reviews 17
Negative reviews 2
Average Rating 3.8/5
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4.4
The movies story is nothing to write home about. Its pretty routine. What makes the movie special is how its made. Nolte and Murphy are good, and thei .. Rogerebert
2.0
Even a passing familiarity with the unlikely partnership formula of action movies should give the viewer a good idea of how the story will unfold. Common Sense Media
4.5
Though Ive undoubtedly watched Trading Places more times, theres no denying this movie. Collider
4.0
48 Hrs. may seem panfully dated and more than a little familiar, but keep in mind that this one hit the screns in 1982 back when a buddy/cop flick was .. E Film Critic
4.0
Before Nolte was in Rehab, and Murphy was making movies like Pluto Nash (who can say which fate is worse), the two got together for a pretty decent li .. E Film Critic
4.0
Although dated, there is a brute edginess to this popular slice of formula odd coupling.
4.4
A big box office hit, this action film casts Nolte as Jack Cates, a hard as granite cop, and Murphy as Reggie Hammond, a glib convict who is released .. Tv Guide
3.1
Snipes plays a man who deserves to be in prison but nevertheless manages to evoke our pity. Reel Film Reviews
3.5
Whether it owes its quality to Murphy or something else, 48 HRS. deserves to be praised anyway. Internet Reviews
4.0
Not many people ever get to be the coolest man on the planet, but for a while in the early 80s, it was Eddie Murphy. Flim Threet
2.0
And as with the exotic epoxies, you know what will happen even as you shell out your cash; the job is going to fall apart the minute you look at it to .. Time
3.5
Though the formula is dated, it still has the power to take viewers on a crazy, fun ride. Bullz-Eye
5.0
Look, the real wonder of WW84 is that this maybe isnt the worst thing about it. Film Freak Central
4.0
The two leads form an entirely watchable partnership amidst a generally competent crime thriller.
3.0
There have seen much better takes on the genre, yet since this is an original, respect is due. *** Matts Movie Reviews
3.5
It remains one of the better action comedy buddy pictures youll find. Movie Metropolis
3.5
Director Walter Hill delivers rock solid action every time he steps behind the lens, so enjoy this archetypal pairing not only for the adrenaline, but .. Net Flix
4.5
Table for Five, like Kramer vs. Kramer and Ordinary People, explores familial relationships with warmth and compassion. Associated Press
4.5
All in all, a superior genre piece, if not the height of Hills artistry. Chicago Reader



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