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Bad Boys

1995
Comedy, Suspense/Thriller
1h 59m
One hundred million dollars worth of confiscated heroin has just been jacked from police custody. Once the career bust of Detective Mike Lowery (Smith) and Marcus Burnett (Lawrence), the missing drugs now threaten to shut down the narcotics division of the Miami Police Department. (Sony)
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Bad Boys

1995
Comedy, Suspense/Thriller
1h 59m
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Rated 12 Oct 2021
60
22nd
This was unique for bringing two 90's Black sitcom stars together in one movie. Yet it rarely rises above that gimmick. Martin is still an energetic loudmouth (often to the detriment of his character) while Will Smith coasts by on natural charisma. But these buddy cops aren't different enough to make a captivating duo. And cinematically, Michael Bay does a disservice to the flick as unlike Tony Scott he can't make compelling drama or cohesive action. At best it's an average 90's action entry.
Rated 29 Apr 2012
61
40th
Mindless fun if you like profanity and slow-mo, and since I have a penis, that'll do.
Rated 17 Oct 2020
69
32nd
Recently rewatched, "Bad Boys" is a fairly lifeless action flick that showcases a lot of the things that people don't like about Bay. The mystery is surface deep, the comedy is flat, and the action is all glitz. It's possible that it's just dated, because I remember loving this in the 90's.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
85
80th
I'll say it. I like this film. I've seen it a bunch of times. It's not anything spectacular, but it is perfect for what it is. It's a buddy cop movie, it's funny, it's got good action sequences, and all the cliches are right there, in your face, and no excuses are made.
Rated 14 Jun 2008
70
76th
good movie
Rated 01 Aug 2009
39
27th
Typical Bay nonsense. It's nowhere near as bad as its sequel, and the two leads do a half decent job. But ultimately this is pointless and not very entertaining.
Rated 21 Sep 2010
64
39th
Bay directs as he usually does, with unbearable amounts of edits. Saved by the chemistry between Smith and Lawrence and a decent supporting cast.
Rated 11 Jun 2011
38
25th
I wasn't expecting anything fantastic, but even the action sequences weren't consistently entertaining. Luckily the comedic parts outshine the action. Other than that, it's pretty clear that without Will Smith and Martin Lawrence, this wouldn't be worth watching.
Rated 10 Jan 2012
85
86th
Guy playing the main villain is a dogshit actor, the rest of the movie is pretty fun though.
Rated 16 Apr 2013
2
15th
It's alright. Bad Boys 2 stomps on it, though.
Rated 24 May 2014
20
3rd
Obnoxious stupidity. Seemed to refer in a strange way to BARTON FINK via the character of Chet the doorman, but what significance this was meant to convey, if any, was indecipherable to this viewer.
Rated 17 May 2019
60
35th
I wanted to see this so bad as a kid. I think I was just a big Fresh Prince fan. I am kind of surprised my parents let me watch this. So many swears!
Rated 31 Jan 2020
100
94th
Perfect cop /buddy / action film ( in my opinion in ) Smith and Lawrence have great on screen chemistry
Rated 25 Feb 2007
70
52nd
It's a fun action film. The movie accepts what it is and runs with it without trying to be anything more and definitely delivers on it's promise. Good action with some laughs thrown in for good measure. Not ground breaking by any means but still solid entertainment.
Rated 01 Mar 2007
35
13th
Passes the time.
Rated 22 Mar 2007
60
27th
Good action flick that benefits more from its cast than the actual plot.
Rated 13 Aug 2007
30
4th
Wow, they're really bad!
Rated 14 Aug 2007
82
81st
I was hesitant to give this movie such a high mark. But I'll say it......it was really fun. I know it's a Bruckheimer/Bay vehicle, but I just can't get past how cool it is. Will Smith and Martin Lawrence have great on-screen chemistry as well. Just a damn fun movie.
Rated 11 Jun 2008
85
40th
I hardly remember it, but when I first saw it I enjoyed it. If you see this, watch Hot Fuzz.
Rated 20 Oct 2009
64
37th
The plot is as silly as you could expect from Bay but there's some good chemistry between Smith and Lawrence that saves a lot.
Rated 10 Jan 2010
75
65th
I really liked this. It's a Michael Bay's Nothing To Lose, and I can't stop loving Martin Lawrence. He may not have been funny since the 90s, but when he was funny he was hilarious. Also Will Smith is for once not playing the obtrusively white-friendly black guy, and I can only approve. The action is Bay all over and therefore shit, but you know what, I laughed my ass off. One of the better action flicks to catch on a saturday after midnight when you've got half a bag of chips and a beer left.
Rated 31 Jan 2013
40
32nd
Two honest black police officers (Martin Lawrence and Will Smith) do not act much like real cops. They try to recover drugs worth millions of dollars, and find a witness to a related murder, but she is spooked. Tea Leoni is great. The movie is full of holes and their deceptions are stretched to ridiculous lengths. If you can overlook the unbelievable plot, the script is amusing at times. Filmed well, good music and sound.
Rated 11 Dec 2013
50
47th
I hesitate to call Bad Boys a good movie or even something that's worth seeing, but as an adrenaline-fueled experience filled with inventive cinematography, in-your-face editing, charismatic leads, enjoyable banter and a plot you've seen dozens of times before -- well, it certainly is just that. It's not original and the action scenes are nothing special, but the film isn't a boring watch and I can't say there was much I disliked about seeing it. Bad Boys just might be worth a viewing.
Rated 06 Mar 2014
65
45th
I didn't hate this and it's certainly better than the sequel but at no point was I ever really that invested in anything that was going on.
Rated 27 Jul 2014
45
24th
All this is a bad action flick. With a dumb plot, dialogue, and tone, this movie has no idea what it is doing. The only entertaining thing is the chemistry between Lawrence and Smith who were far above the level of this film. Otherwise this is just another film that reeks of Michael Bay.
Rated 02 Sep 2015
95
63rd
The basic idea of having two main characters who are, well, buddies they act like friends to each other, they get in fights, they help each other out, they compliment each other This is one of the best examples, since Smith and Lawrence really do compliment each other so well They have pretty good on-screen chemistry, too you believe that these are good friends and partners. The action was well-done too, intense and exciting. The film, all in all, was pretty good, very entertaining.
Rated 07 Jan 2016
49
5th
Bad boys, worst script.
Rated 01 Dec 2017
7
76th
Bad Boys certainly isn't gonna win any awards and in general not considered a great movie, but there is a lot of fun to be had with this. The movie knows exactly what it is and the star of the show is the chemistry between Smith and Lawrence, only helping certify that light hearted, buddy cop feel that works so well for the movie. The plot is pretty bare bones, and none of the supporting characters matter all that much, but this is an entertaining watch and one of the best of Bay's work.
Rated 03 Feb 2020
6
70th
Interestingly enough given their career levels since this is actually somewhat more of a Martin Lawrence movie than a Will Smith one. Action wise it’s pretty generic but it’s somewhat saved by the swapped identities gimmick which gives it a playful comedy of errors nature. Overall pretty sleek and watchable but I’d rank it below Beverly Hills Cop, Rush Hour and the first two Lethal Weapons.
Rated 12 Apr 2020
60
21st
"I'm from the middle-east. I kill before and I kill again." Bad Boys is loud, obnoxious and messy. Bay seems to be more focused on capturing the "hero poster-shot" after the action instead of the action itself. The dynamic between Smith and Lawrence, and the comedy therein is the major draw to the film, though Leoni delivers the best performance and enables most of the comedy. The film has a grunge feel but is otherwise mediocre and out-dated.
Rated 01 May 2021
58
13th
Confession: I actually love the way Michael Bay shoots action. It's an expressionist ballet of slow-mo, low-angle shots and swirling camera movement. Storytelling and spatial geography are thrown out the window in lieu of evoking the *feeling* of action. I just hated everything else about this misogynist piece of fascist copaganda; a movie that not just trivializes but actively glorifies police brutality and human rights violations, with a sense of humour that only appeals to teenage boys.
Rated 01 Dec 2006
78
49th
Just an action movie but a clever and entertaining one. Very well shot.
Rated 12 Dec 2006
80
55th
Téa Leoni is crazy hot in this movie.
Rated 16 Dec 2006
30
6th
I don't remember much about this movie, but I'm sure I'm not missing much.
Rated 30 Dec 2006
94
86th
the better of the 2 and a must see for new will smith fans
Rated 08 Feb 2007
44
30th
AMERICA!
Rated 24 Feb 2007
79
58th
The funnier of the two, this movie however never truly seems to fully click on all of its cylinders.
Rated 20 Mar 2007
67
39th
Better than Bad Boys 2 for sure, but still not all that great.
Rated 26 May 2007
50
36th
How many times can we use the word fuck in the 1st 5 min of a movie?
Rated 08 Jun 2007
70
32nd
Typical buddy action movie.
Rated 14 Jun 2007
80
69th
Will Smith kicking butt. This film revitalizes the buddy cop movie theme, updating it for the 90s. Fast cars, lots of guns and big explosions, with the odd one liners and buddy cop comedy thrown in.
Rated 25 Jun 2007
91
96th
Nice, the Martin/Will partnership is excellant.
Rated 02 Jul 2007
65
34th
for a first movie, it couldnt have been better than that
Rated 03 Jul 2007
75
31st
A fun debut for Bay, but nothing compared to its masterful sequel.
Rated 03 Jul 2007
60
29th
very funny, good action,
Rated 14 Aug 2007
30
11th
Will Smith plus Michael Bay = crap squared.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
19
6th
Bad director, bad actors. That's it.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
78
67th
a striking debut of Michael Bay
Rated 14 Aug 2007
30
5th
Another Hollywood police film...
Rated 14 Aug 2007
40
6th
Derivative with few thrills.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
70
15th
Fine. It's brainless action directed with a smattering of zep.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
68
71st
Better than the second with truer form. If your an action film fan, you should like this one.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
78
52nd
Will Smith and Martin Lawrence make for fun times
Rated 14 Aug 2007
60
36th
Lawrence and Smith are great to watch together, but the plot eventually rears its ugly head and almost ruins the fun.
Rated 16 Aug 2007
80
47th
I can't believe Tea Leone agreed to do this movie.
Rated 19 Aug 2007
50
46th
A good waste of time
Rated 22 Aug 2007
75
75th
Good
Rated 15 Sep 2007
60
39th
Nothing special or original, but it isn't boring.
Rated 08 Oct 2007
85
88th
Very amusing, the movie works in several aspects. The chemistry between the actors really works.
Rated 17 Oct 2007
70
42nd
Action and bad talk de-lux. Just my thing.
Rated 26 Oct 2007
74
47th
This movie was pretty good, but it was to 80's for me.
Rated 19 Dec 2007
55
18th
It has its moments.
Rated 02 Jan 2008
34
10th
I know I'm not alone in my hatred of mid-90's action films. Easily one of our worst periods ever.
Rated 24 Jan 2008
35
23rd
On a recent rewatch this was much worse than I remembered. Boring and unbelievable.
Rated 19 Feb 2008
90
91st
one of the best action movies of the 90's
Rated 20 Feb 2008
59
17th
No it just wasn't that good. I did like the theme song from the soundtrack though. That kept it from gettting a 70.
Rated 28 Feb 2008
60
37th
good mix of action and comedy, some times worthless acting.
Rated 06 Mar 2008
50
32nd
funny **
Rated 18 Apr 2008
79
42nd
Tons o' style. Never mind the average plot.
Rated 26 May 2008
77
31st
Fun action romp. Likeable, even if cliched, characters.
Rated 27 May 2008
60
49th
Standard Michael Bay movie.
Rated 21 Jun 2008
65
30th
Good will smith movie- was hot for the summer... I'd still watch it, if it were on TV.
Rated 07 Jul 2008
36
16th
It's like Michael Bay told somebody that he wanted to make a cop movie, and then he got all sad because he had to admit that he knew absolutely nothing about police work. But then his buddy patted him on the shoulder and told him it was okay, because most people don't care. This has all the classic problems of pastiche, and the action isn't quite enough to overcome them.
Rated 15 Oct 2008
10
1st
Bad. BAAAD!
Rated 18 Nov 2008
55
63rd
Ah the movie that taught me how to swear.
Rated 03 Dec 2008
30
10th
Michael Bay... I'm sorry, when this is one of your BETTER films, you've helmed a terrible career.
Rated 11 Dec 2008
10
17th
Go to hell.
Rated 04 Jan 2009
25
30th
::mumble::
Rated 15 Jan 2009
92
87th
..whatcha gonna do when they come for ju......
Rated 23 Jan 2009
15
11th
just lame
Rated 26 Jan 2009
65
30th
Good music. I really dont like Martin Lawrence though. Will is OK. Standard action movie.
Rated 09 Feb 2009
45
32nd
Again good but not as good as the sequel
Rated 21 Apr 2009
47
42nd
Moderately entertaining buddy-cop action flick with a strong cast. Some of the action is pretty good, and the dialog is definitely above average for a police film. Worth a watch.
Rated 28 Apr 2009
10
3rd
Offensively stupid
Rated 04 May 2009
70
41st
Explosion!
Rated 22 May 2009
62
10th
Not great, not terrible, but so MEH I couldnt bring myself to care
Rated 10 Jun 2009
58
33rd
Two cops have 72 hours to find $100 million worth of heroin.
Rated 10 Jun 2009
60
29th
No brains, but lots of braun.
Rated 17 Aug 2009
65
14th
This movie has action, funny dialogue, a good plot, but in the end it is just another run of the mill cops and robbers movie. Sure it may be funnier than most it still lacked any originality. One of Will Smith's breakthrough performances that led him to be taken as a action star seriously and look at him now, one of the A-list actors in Hollywood. Sorry Martin Lawrence you should have stuck with your TV show.
Rated 19 Aug 2009
85
58th
Fun action movie. One of a few Martin Lawrence movies I can watch...
Rated 18 Oct 2009
71
78th
The Beverly Hills Cop of the 90's. Whether you like it or not.
Rated 29 Nov 2009
68
47th
It was a decent film, and was exciting, but it did go on a bit too long.
Rated 05 Dec 2009
66
44th
It's Bay and it's stupid and there are explosions. Now that we got that out of the way... It's also quite fun. Or at least it was 10 years ago.
Rated 19 Feb 2010
1
10th
Terrible on every conceivable level with eye-roll inducing idiocy at every turn. Particularly infuriating is the artificially manufactured climax. Dudes, the airport is surrounded. There's no need for the "fast and furious" antics.
Rated 14 Mar 2010
70
46th
it surprised me
Rated 16 Mar 2010
81
39th
A solid buddy movie. The two leads have a good chemistry that helps this film over the 80 mark!
Rated 30 May 2010
84
11th
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Rated 21 Jun 2010
90
54th
Man these guys were so awesome.
Rated 24 Jun 2010
62
68th
Revisited (2)
Rated 25 Jul 2010
33
18th
Just as any other Michael Bay film, Bad Boys is empty in story and characters and the action scenes are brainless

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