Movies like Beverly Hills Cop

Lethal Weapon is the quintessential buddy-cop film that's sure to resonate with fans of Beverly Hills Cop for its perfect concoction of action, comedy, and character chemistry. Mel Gibson and Danny Glover bring to life an iconic policing duo whose adventures rival the excitement of Axel Foley's.

Bad Boys is a high-octane action-comedy that captures the same spirited fun as Beverly Hills Cop. Will Smith and Martin Lawrence are a dynamic duo that deliver rapid-fire jokes and explosive action, solidifying their place in the genre that Eddie Murphy helped popularize.

Rush Hour features the unlikely pairing of Jackie Chan and Chris Tucker in a movie that echoes the humor and action balance of Beverly Hills Cop. Its high-energy scenes and comedic timing are sure to please those who appreciate Eddie Murphy's forays into crime-solving hijinks.

The Last Boy Scout, starring Bruce Willis and Damon Wayans, offers another gritty and witty take on the buddy-cop genre. Like Beverly Hills Cop, this movie combines sharp dialogue with gripping action, appealing to those who appreciate the formula of humor meeting hard-hitting detective work.

Midnight Run is a road trip action-comedy where Robert De Niro plays a bounty hunter, very much akin to a police detective. The dynamic between the characters, the humor, and the cross-country chase are engaging elements that fans of Beverly Hills Cop would undoubtedly enjoy.

This action-comedy movie is an early pioneer of the buddy-cop genre, perfect for Beverly Hills Cop enthusiasts. With Eddie Murphy captivating audiences alongside Nick Nolte, 48 Hrs. delivers the same blend of thrills and laughs that make both films a blast from start to finish.

Tango & Cash's eccentric pairing of Sylvester Stallone and Kurt Russell results in a film ripe with action sequences and buddy cop repartee. Fans of Beverly Hills Cop who value the humor and bond between cop characters will find this film delivers on both counts.

Red Heat pairs Arnold Schwarzenegger's stoic Soviet policeman with James Belushi's wisecracking Chicago detective. Its East-meets-West dynamic provides plenty of laughs and excitement for those who admire Beverly Hills Cop's blend of comedic storytelling with police work.