1988年に公開された『ミッドナイト・ラン』は、ジャック・ウォルシュ(ロバート・デ・ニーロ)とジョナサン・マードゥカス(チャールズ・グローディン)の奇妙なコンビが繰り広げるロードムービー・コメディです。本記事では、『ミッドナイト・ラン』のようなユニークな化学反応とアドベンチャーを楽しめる10本の映画やドラマを紹介します。

The Blues Brothers (1980)
説明: Combines road movie elements with musical numbers and comedic chaos, featuring a pair of protagonists on a mission with law enforcement hot on their trail.
事実: The car chase scene is one of the most expensive ever filmed, involving the destruction of numerous police cars.


48 Hrs. (1982)
説明: A buddy cop action-comedy featuring an unlikely duo forced to work together, blending humor with high-stakes crime-solving.
事実: This film is often credited as one of the first true buddy cop movies, setting the template for the genre.


Beverly Hills Cop (1984)
説明: A fast-paced action-comedy with a street-smart protagonist navigating unfamiliar territory, mixing humor with thrilling chase sequences.
事実: Originally written as a Sylvester Stallone vehicle, the script was heavily rewritten for Eddie Murphy's comedic style.


Lethal Weapon (1987)
説明: A dynamic mix of action and comedy, centered around two mismatched cops with contrasting personalities who form a strong partnership.
事実: The film's success spawned three sequels and a television series, cementing its place in pop culture.


Die Hard (1988)
説明: A high-stakes action thriller with a lone hero outsmarting criminals, featuring tense standoffs and explosive confrontations.
事実: The film was based on a novel that was a sequel to another book, but the connections were dropped for the movie.


Red Heat (1988)
説明: Pairs a stoic Soviet officer with a wisecracking American cop, mixing cultural clashes with explosive action sequences.
事実: This was the first American film to have scenes shot in Moscow's Red Square.


Lethal Weapon 2 (1989)
説明: Continues the blend of action and comedy with the beloved duo facing new threats, maintaining the balance of humor and intensity.
事実: The film introduced the character Leo Getz, whose fast-talking antics became a fan favorite.


Tango & Cash (1989)
説明: Features two rival cops forced to team up, combining over-the-top action with witty banter and explosive set pieces.
事実: The film was a box office success despite mixed reviews, becoming a cult favorite for its exaggerated action sequences.


Another 48 Hrs. (1990)
説明: A sequel that retains the original's formula of a mismatched duo navigating dangerous criminal underworlds with humor and action.
事実: Eddie Murphy's character was originally supposed to die in the script, but the ending was changed during production.


The Last Boy Scout (1991)
説明: A gritty action-comedy with a hard-boiled detective and a disgraced athlete uncovering corruption, blending dark humor with intense action.
事実: The script was penned by Shane Black, known for his sharp dialogue and buddy action films.
