“Bad Boys: Ride or Die” is the fourth installment in the popular Bad Boys franchise, bringing back the iconic duo of Will Smith and Martin Lawrence as Miami detectives Mike Lowrey and Marcus Burnett.
Directed by Adil El Arbi and Bilall Fallah, and written by Chris Bremner, the film promises the signature mix of high-octane action and comedy that fans have come to love. This time, the stakes are higher as the duo finds themselves on the run, facing their toughest challenges yet.
Plot Summary
In “Bad Boys: Ride or Die,” Mike and Marcus are thrust into a new, dangerous mission when their former captain is implicated in a corruption scandal. Determined to clear his name, the two detectives dive headfirst into a series of explosive and dangerous situations. As they navigate through these challenges, both their lives and reputations hang in the balance, making for an edge-of-your-seat experience (Wikipedia) (whattowatch.com).
Cast
The film sees the return of several beloved characters and introduces new faces to the franchise:
- Will Smith as Detective Mike Lowrey
- Martin Lawrence as Detective Marcus Burnett
- Vanessa Hudgens as Kelly
- Alexander Ludwig
- Paola Nuñez
- Eric Dane
- Ioan Gruffudd
- Jacob Scipio reprises his role as Armando Aretas from “Bad Boys for Life”
- Melanie Liburd
- Tasha Smith
- Tiffany Haddish
- Joe Pantoliano as Captain Howard
Production and Filming
Principal photography began on April 3, 2023, in Atlanta, Georgia, and Miami, Florida. Filming encountered a pause due to the 2023 SAG-AFTRA strike but eventually wrapped up in March 2024. The film’s trailers, released in March and May 2024, have already generated significant buzz among fans (Wikipedia) (whattowatch.com).
Release and Reception
“Bad Boys: Ride or Die” is set to premiere in the United States on June 7, 2024. It will be released in the UK on June 5, 2024. The film is expected to compete with other major releases like “The Crow” and “The Watchers” but is anticipated to attract a strong audience due to its established fanbase and the star power of its leads (Movie Insider) (Cinema Clock).
Conclusion
“Bad Boys: Ride or Die” looks set to deliver another thrilling chapter in the lives of Miami’s most famous detectives. With its blend of action, comedy, and drama, the film is poised to be a hit among both long-time fans and new viewers. For more information and updates, you can visit IMDb and Wikipedia.
