The Naked Gun: From the Files of Police Squad! (1988)
A bumbling detective uncovers an assassination plot, leading to a brisk, absurdist, and broadly funny caper.
When the bumbling Lieutenant Frank Drebin investigates events following the shooting of his partner, he stumbles upon an attempt to assassinate Queen Elizabeth II.
How intense is The Naked Gun: From the Files of Police Squad!?
The Naked Gun: From the Files of Police Squad! has no gore and some violence. Emotionally it stays light. The pace is brisk, and it is a party watch and a comfort watch. The humor runs broad and absurdist. Rated PG-13.
What The Naked Gun: From the Files of Police Squad! feels like
- Tone
- campyabsurdistcrowd pleasing
- Pace
- Brisk
- Humor
- broad and big, absurdist
- Best for
- PartyComfort watch
Where to stream The Naked Gun: From the Files of Police Squad!
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Is The Naked Gun: From the Files of Police Squad! for you?
Is The Naked Gun: From the Files of Police Squad! scary?
No. The Naked Gun: From the Files of Police Squad! is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is The Naked Gun: From the Files of Police Squad! gory or violent?
No gore (0 of 3) and some violence (1 of 3). Squeamish viewers are fine here.
Is The Naked Gun: From the Files of Police Squad! sad or heavy?
Not at all. It keeps things light.
Is The Naked Gun: From the Files of Police Squad! OK for kids?
It is rated PG-13. Intensity: scare 0, gore 0, violence 1, each out of 3. Your call for older kids.
How long is The Naked Gun: From the Files of Police Squad!?
The Naked Gun: From the Files of Police Squad! runs 1h 26m.
Where can I stream The Naked Gun: From the Files of Police Squad!?
The Naked Gun: From the Files of Police Squad! is streaming on Paramount+, Kanopy and YouTube (free).
Does The Naked Gun: From the Files of Police Squad! have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
Yes. It lands on a happy note.
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