48 Hrs.

Eddie Murphy shines in Beverly Hills Cop, where he plays a wise-cracking Detroit cop in the upscale world of Beverly Hills. The comedic tones and action sequences will appeal to those who enjoyed the humor and energy of 48 Hrs.

Blending martial arts with comedy, Rush Hour offers the same odd-couple cop partnership as 48 Hrs., with Jackie Chan and Chris Tucker forming a cross-cultural team that delivers both laughs and action.

Lethal Weapon is the quintessential buddy cop film that combines action with a perfect dose of humor. Like 48 Hrs., it showcases the dynamics between two very different law enforcement officers, played by Mel Gibson and Danny Glover.

The Last Boy Scout features Bruce Willis and Damon Wayans in a gritty buddy action-comedy about a down-and-out detective teaming with a disgraced quarterback to solve a crime. Its dark humor and unlikely partnership echo the themes found in 48 Hrs.

Midnight Run combines action and humor as it follows a bounty hunter, played by Robert De Niro, who is tasked with bringing an embezzler, played by Charles Grodin, across the country. Its road trip dynamic provides a different angle on the odd-couple theme present in 48 Hrs.

Bad Boys features the action-packed story of two Miami narcotics detectives, portrayed by Will Smith and Martin Lawrence. Its blend of comedy and explosive action scenes makes it a spirit relative to 48 Hrs.

In Tango & Cash, Sylvester Stallone and Kurt Russell play mismatched LAPD cops who must clear their names. The film's humor, paired with its over-the-top action sequences, mirrors the buddy cop dynamics of 48 Hrs.

The sequel to the original buddy cop thriller, Another 48 Hrs. sees Nick Nolte and Eddie Murphy reprising their roles. The chemistry between the leads remains a draw, and the mix of action and comedy will cater to fans of the first film.