Armed and Dangerous

Synopsis

In the action-comedy film 'Armed and Dangerous' released in 1986, John Candy stars as Frank Dooley, an officer who is wrongfully accused of corruption and dismissed from the police force. Desperate for work, he joins forces with a former lawyer named Norman Kane, played by Eugene Levy, to become security guards at a security company notorious for its inept employees. As they uncover a dangerous conspiracy within the company, chaos unfolds as Frank and Norman find themselves in over their heads. Filled with hilarious escapades and unexpected twists, 'Armed and Dangerous' is a lighthearted rollercoaster ride of comedy and action.

Cast

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  John Candy

  Frank Dooley

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  Eugene Levy

  Norman Kane

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  Robert Loggia

  Michael Carlino

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  Kenneth McMillan

  Captain Clarence O'Connell

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  Meg Ryan

  Maggie Cavanaugh

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  Brion James

  Anthony Lazarus

Reviews

Critics had mixed reviews for 'Armed and Dangerous'. While some found the comedic chemistry between John Candy and Eugene Levy to be entertaining, others criticized the film for its predictable plot and lackluster execution. Rotten Tomatoes gave the film a low rating of 10%, with critics stating that the humor fell flat and the storyline was uninspired. IMDb users rated the film 5.7/10, with some praising the film's slapstick humor and Candy's performance, while others found it to be forgettable. Metacritic was equally unimpressed, giving the film a score of 17/100, citing the weak script and reliance on tired comedy tropes. Despite its flaws, 'Armed and Dangerous' remains a cult classic for fans of 80s comedy films.