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Lethal Weapon 2016

“Good Cop. Crazy Good Cop.”

★ 7.3/10 · 801 votes TV-14 Action & AdventureCrimeDramaComedy 3 seasons · 55 eps Canceled
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What is Lethal Weapon?

Lethal Weapon is an American buddy cop action comedy-drama television series developed by Matt Miller. Based on the film franchise created by Shane Black, the series serves as a reboot of the original property.

Type
TV series
Year
2016
Status
Canceled
Episodes
55
Runtime
43 minutes
First aired
Sep 21, 2016
Last aired
Feb 26, 2019
Original language
EN
Origin
US
Networks
FOX
Genres
Action & Adventure, Crime, Drama, Comedy
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Lethal Weapon is an American buddy cop action comedy-drama television series developed by Matt Miller. Based on the film franchise created by Shane Black, the series serves as a reboot of the original property. The show aired on Fox for three seasons, spanning from September 21, 2016, to February 26, 2019. The narrative follows a slightly unhinged former Navy SEAL named Martin Riggs who moves to California to begin a new career as a police officer with the Los Angeles Police Department. Upon arriving in Los Angeles, he is partnered with Roger Murtaugh, a veteran detective who is attempting to maintain a low stress level in his life. Together, the two officers work to fight some of the most dangerous criminals in the city. The series features a cast that includes Damon Wayans, Keesha Sharp, Kevin Rahm, and Michelle Mitchenor. The program explores the professional and personal dynamic between the two leads as they navigate their partnership while handling high-stakes law enforcement duties within the metropolitan environment of Los Angeles.

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“A former Navy SEAL and a veteran detective become an unlikely police partnership in Los Angeles.”

Reasons to watch
  • dynamic character pairing
  • high-stakes police work
Keep in mind
  • intense conflict
  • high-stress environment

Watch it if you enjoy fast-paced stories about mismatched law enforcement partners.

The series features themes of danger and police conflict.

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Episode guide

Season 1 · 18 episodes Open the complete Season 1 guide →
Season 2 · 22 episodes
Season 3 · 15 episodes

Frequently asked questions

What is the premise?

A former Navy SEAL joins the Los Angeles police force and is partnered with a veteran detective.

Who are the main characters?

The show focuses on a former Navy SEAL and a veteran detective.

Where is the show set?

The series is set in Los Angeles.

What is the veteran detective's goal?

The detective is attempting to maintain a low stress level in his life.

What is the background of the new partner?

The new partner is a slightly unhinged former Navy SEAL.