Carl Roberts 
Mel Gibson and Danny Glover are NOT too old for this s**t as the original Lethal Weapon is heading to 4K UHD for the first time.
They’re NOT too old for this s**t! Lethal Weapon, the 1987 action thriller film from director Richard Donner. Mel Gibson and Danny Glover star in this film, which will debut on 4K UHD, in a 4K UHD SteelBook, and as a 4K UHD Collector’s Edition on June 23. This box office hit received an Academy Award nomination for Best Sound. And led to a franchise that includes three sequels and a television series.
The 4K UHD release includes the 1987 theatrical version of the film and the 2000 Director’s Cut, which features an additional 7 minutes of footage not seen in cinemas.
Directed by Donner (Superman), the film stars Gibson (Braveheart) as Detective Martin Riggs. Glover (Predator 2) as Detective Roger Murtaugh, and Gary Busey (Point Break). Shane Black wrote the script, and Donner, Joel Silver, and Silver Pictures produced the film.
ABOUT THE FILM
Mel Gibson stars as a one-man killing machine. A Los Angeles policeman who recently lost his wife and has been acting increasingly unstable. Danny Glover plays a by-the-book homicide detective with an impeccable record and a loving family. Now the two are stuck with each other as partners. Investigating a suicide that leads to an international crime ring and ever-increasing danger in this blockbuster action thriller.
SPECIAL AND ADDITIONAL FEATURES
The 4K UHD disc contains the following new special features:
● A Legacy of Inspiration: Remembering Richard Donner
● “I’m Too Old for This…”: A Chemistry That Became Iconic
The 4K Ultra HD Collector’s Edition contains the following additional features:
Theatrical and Director’s Cut in 4K and Blu-ray
SteelBook
Rigid slipcase with removable sleeve (target outlines)
Double-sided A3 theatrical poster
4x character art cards
3x behind-the-scenes art cards
Lethal Weapon
Ultra HD Blu-ray Languages: English, Spanish, Parisian French
Ultra HD Blu-ray Subtitles: English SDH, Spanish, Parisian French
Theatrical Version Run Time: 110 minutes
Director’s Cut Run Time: 117 Minutes
Rating: 15
Physical Street Date: June 23, 2025
Hit the streets again as the original Lethal Weapon hits 4k UHD for the first time on June 23rd.
Introducing Carl! As the News Editor at Future of the Force, Carl has been an invaluable member of our team since early 2016. His expertise and dedication have made him an integral part of our editorial staff. Beyond his professional role, Carl is a fervent supporter of Liverpool F.C. and an avid follower of pop culture. He has a deep passion for Halloween, Friday the 13th, and the iconic movie franchises Star Wars and Star Trek.
He can be found either at his neighborhood cinema, enjoying the latest releases on the big screen, or at home streaming the newest blockbuster movies.
