Introduction
The "Naked Gun" trilogy, starring Leslie Nielsen as the inept yet endearing Detective Frank Drebin, is a series of comedy films that parodies the police procedural and detective genres. Directed by David Zucker and based on the television series "Police Squad!," the trilogy is celebrated for its absurd humor, sight gags, and Nielsen's deadpan delivery. These films have become classics in the comedy genre, known for their relentless puns, visual jokes, and satirical take on crime dramas.
1. The Naked Gun: From the Files of Police Squad! (1988)
Parental Rating: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned, Some Material May Be Inappropriate for Children Under 13)
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In "The Naked Gun," Detective Frank Drebin must thwart an assassination attempt against Queen Elizabeth II. The film is packed with gags, puns, and visual humor, establishing the tone for the entire series.
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The movie is based on the short-lived TV series "Police Squad!," which was also created by David Zucker, Jerry Zucker, and Jim Abrahams.
2. The Naked Gun 2½: The Smell of Fear (1991)
Parental Rating: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned, Some Material May Be Inappropriate for Children Under 13)
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"The Naked Gun 2½: The Smell of Fear" sees Drebin investigating a plot to kidnap a scientist and disrupt a US energy policy conference. The sequel continues with the series' trademark absurdity and slapstick humor.
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The title "2½" is a humorous reference to the sequel naming convention in Hollywood, playing into the film's parodic style.
3. Naked Gun 33⅓: The Final Insult (1994)
Parental Rating: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned, Some Material May Be Inappropriate for Children Under 13)
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"Naked Gun 33⅓: The Final Insult" features Drebin coming out of retirement to infiltrate a gang planning a bombing at the Academy Awards. The third installment maintains the series' comedic style, with plenty of parodies and sight gags.
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The title "33⅓" is a play on the speed of a vinyl record, continuing the series' tradition of humorous titles.
Additional Films in the Series
While "Naked Gun 33⅓: The Final Insult" was initially intended to be the last film in the series, the popularity of the trilogy has sparked occasional talks about a potential revival or reboot.
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#DavidZucker - Director (The Naked Gun: From the Files of Police Squad!, The Naked Gun 2½: The Smell of Fear, Naked Gun 33⅓: The Final Insult)
#JimAbrahams - Writer (The Naked Gun: From the Files of Police Squad!)
#DavidZucker - Writer (The Naked Gun: From the Files of Police Squad!, The Naked Gun 2½: The Smell of Fear, Naked Gun 33⅓: The Final Insult)
#JerryZucker - Writer (The Naked Gun: From the Files of Police Squad!)
#PatProft - Writer (The Naked Gun: From the Files of Police Squad!, The Naked Gun 2½: The Smell of Fear, Naked Gun 33⅓: The Final Insult)
#LeslieNielsen - As Lt. Frank Drebin
#PriscillaPresley - As Jane Spencer (The Naked Gun: From the Files of Police Squad!, The Naked Gun 2½: The Smell of Fear, Naked Gun 33⅓: The Final Insult)
#GeorgeKennedy - As Capt. Ed Hocken
#O.J.Simpson - As Nordberg
#RicardoMontalban - As Vincent Ludwig (The Naked Gun: From the Files of Police Squad!)
#RobertGoulet - As Quentin Hapsburg (The Naked Gun 2½: The Smell of Fear)
#FredWard - As Rocco Dillon (Naked Gun 33⅓: The Final Insult)
#IraNewborn - Music
#RobertM.Stevens - Cinematography (The Naked Gun: From the Files of Police Squad!)
#RobertM.Weiss - Producer
#ParamountPictures - Distributor
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