Blue Streak

Synopsis

In the comedy crime film Blue Streak, Martin Lawrence plays a jewel thief who, after a successful heist, hides a diamond in the construction site of a building. Two years later, when he returns to retrieve the diamond, he finds out the building is now a police station. To recover his loot, Lawrence's character adopts the guise of a detective and infiltrates the station. Hilarity ensues as he tries to navigate his new identity while avoiding suspicion from his new colleagues. The film takes audiences on a wild ride filled with comedic twists and turns, all leading up to a climactic showdown that will leave viewers laughing out loud.

Cast

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  Martin Lawrence

  Miles Logan

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  Luke Wilson

  Carlson

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  Dave Chappelle

  Tulley

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  Peter Greene

  Deacon

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  Nicole Ari Parker

  Mellisa Green

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  William Forsythe

  Detective Hardcastle

Reviews

Blue Streak received mixed reviews from critics. While some praised Martin Lawrence's comedic performance and the film's lighthearted tone, others criticized its predictable plot and lack of originality. Rotten Tomatoes gave the movie a rating of 35%, with the consensus stating, "Blue Streak's potential for laughs is undermined by a predictable and formulaic plot." IMDb users rated the film 6.3/10, with some praising Lawrence's charisma while others found the humor lacking. Metacritic gave Blue Streak a score of 46/100, indicating mixed or average reviews. Despite the mixed reception, the film's comedic moments and Lawrence's charm still manage to entertain audiences.