Movies like Starsky & Hutch

Although not a classic cop movie, Tropic Thunder's ensemble cast and satirical look at the movie-making industry share the comedic sensibilities and over-the-top characters reminiscent of Starsky & Hutch, with Ben Stiller leading both films.

The Nice Guys takes a pair of mismatched lead characters and throws them into a darkly comic and convoluted case. The 70s setting and its frequent bursts of slapstick and witty repartee will resonate with Starsky & Hutch fans.

Beverly Hills Cop pairs snappy dialogue with a one-man-show performance by Eddie Murphy as the irreverent detective Axel Foley. Fans of Starsky & Hutch's blend of action and humor will find a similarly enjoyable experience here.

21 Jump Street offers a similarly irreverent take on the buddy cop genre, injecting it with modern humor and self-referential jokes. Just like Starsky & Hutch, the movie is based on a television series from the past but is updated with a comedic twist that pokes fun at its origins.

Rush Hour brings together two detectives from different backgrounds and cultures, resulting in comedic chemistry that drives the film. The action-comedy mix, coupled with the buddy dynamic in Starsky & Hutch, makes it a likely hit with the same audience.

Edgar Wright's Hot Fuzz is a British take on the action-comedy cop genre, but its satirical nature and dynamic duo will appeal to those who enjoy the comical antics and crime-fighting storyline of Starsky & Hutch.

The Other Guys is a satirical and sometimes nonsensical approach to the cop buddy comedy, featuring two mismatched NYPD detectives who stumble into a real crime. Fans of Starsky & Hutch will appreciate the chemistry between the lead actors and the blend of action and comedy.

Lethal Weapon is a classic in the buddy cop genre, with more serious tones but still a significant amount of humor. Fans of Starsky & Hutch will find the original odd couple pairing of Riggs and Murtaugh an engaging precedent for buddy cop comedies.