48 — Hrs.

: The film thrives on the friction between its leads. Nolte's Jack Cates is a "hungover hot dog of a detective", while Murphy’s Reggie Hammond is a "cool convict" who uses the 48 hours to enjoy temporary freedom and track down $500,000 from a past robbery.

: Eddie Murphy’s career famously took off in a scene where he takes charge of a "redneck country joint," using a fake badge and pure charisma to interrogate the patrons. 48 Hrs.

: Directed by Walter Hill and produced by Lawrence Gordon and Joel Silver, the film was a massive success, grossing nearly $79 million against a $12 million budget. It was Eddie Murphy’s film debut and earned him a Golden Globe nomination. : The film thrives on the friction between its leads