Lethal Weapon 2 (1989) is an action-packed sequel directed by Richard Donner, starring Mel Gibson, Danny Glover and Joe Pesci. The film follows LAPD detectives Martin Riggs (Gibson) and Roger Murtaugh (Glover) as they protect a federal witness, Leo Getz (Pesci) and confront a group of South African diplomats involved in illegal activities. The movie combines intense action sequences with humor, solidifying its status as a classic in the buddy cop genre.