The intersection of chaos and humor is the breeding ground of action comedies. It’s not an organic genre; a less informed person might think it shouldn’t work. Well, it does. Action comedies have a flair for relentless explosions, chase sequences, and high-rise jumps; all rolled in with sweet, sweet humor.Filmmakers have been fusing punchlines and bullets for decades. They strive to find rhythm in chaos, while extracting comedy from danger. Be it a buddy-cop duo bickering mid-car chase, a meta antihero cracking jokes while killing the bad guys, or a sullen landlady in a rundown alley taking on gangsters, they have one thing in common amongst themselves—comedy isn’t how they escape from the tension; that’s how they survive it.15 Best Action ComediesHere are our picks of the 15 best action comedies ever made.1. Beverly Hills Cop (1984)Written by: Daniel Petrie Jr. | Directed by: Martin Brest Detroit detective Axel Foley (Eddie Murphy) comes to Beverly Hills to investigate his friend’s murder. His streetwise charm comes paired with a strong predisposition for getting into trouble. His heavy-handed style clashes with Beverly Hills’ sophisticated police force. Result? A serious criminal case turns into comedic havoc.The film’s hilarious premise and Murphy’s improvisational craft made Beverly Hills Cop an instant fan favorite. With absolute ease and powerful screen presence, he made every action sequence a comedy routine. Ever since, the film’s sleek energy has maintained its status as a cultural landmark of the ‘80s.2. Big Trouble in Little China (1986)Written by: Gary Goldman &...
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