

48 Hrs.
One cop. One con. No mercy.
1982R1h 36mActionComedyCrime
85%Critics
74%Audience
Synopsis
Nick Nolte and Eddie Murphy create magic in this buddy-cop classic that defined the genre. A gruff San Francisco cop must team with a wise-cracking convict to catch dangerous criminals. The chemistry between the mismatched partners delivers both laughs and genuine thrills in this influential action-comedy.
🛋️ Vibe Check
“The buddy-cop formula at its absolute best”
👍 Watch If
You love classic action-comedies or want to see the template that inspired countless films
👎 Skip If
You prefer modern humor or don't enjoy '80s aesthetics
🎯 Best For
Nostalgia viewing / Guys' night
Director
Walter Hill
Cast
Nick NolteEddie MurphyAnnette O'TooleFrank McRaeJames RemarDavid Patrick Kelly







