Armed and Dangerous (1986)

PG-13  |   |  Action, Comedy, Crime  |  15 August 1986 (USA)
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A fired cop and useless lawyer sign up as security guards and find they've joined a corrupt union.

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Cast

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Michael Carlino
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Clyde Klepper
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Sergeant Rizzo
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Mel Nedler
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Cappy
Robert Gray ...
Butcher
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Raisin
Stacy Keach Sr. ...
Judge
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Storyline

Dooley, a cop wrongly sacked for corruption, teams up with a useless defense lawyer in their new careers... as security guards. When the two are made fall guys for a robbery at a location they are guarding, the pair begin to investigate corruption within the company and their union. They soon make enemies of everyone, but can the unlikely duo save the day ? Written by Rob Hartill

Plot Summary | Plot Synopsis

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Undercover. Overdressed. And keeping you safe from the scum of the earth

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Action | Comedy | Crime

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Release Date:

15 August 1986 (USA)  »

Also Known As:

Armados y peligrosos  »

Box Office

Budget:

$12,000,000 (estimated)

Gross:

$15,945,534 (USA)
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1.85 : 1
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Trivia

In the opening sequence a chicken dances in front of the now defunct Pioneer Chicken, located in Hollywood. See more »

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At the end of the movie during the semi truck chase, the truck's grill is alternately damaged/intact between shots. See more »

Quotes

Maggie Cavanaugh: Just remember, when you pull the trigger, the bullets come out going very, very fast. So make sure to keep the weapon pointing away from you. Now that's about it. You are now armed... guards. God help us all.
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OUR THING
Composed and Produced by Michael Melvoin
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classic!
21 April 2003 | by (Saskatoon,Canada) – See all my reviews

This is one of John Candy's funniest movies, the supporting cast is also hilarious. Sure, this is not a brilliant plot but I guarantee you will be laughing non-stop. If you are a fan of SCTV, it is a must watch. "C'mon, a little toxic waste never killed nobody"


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