Bad Boys: Ride or Die (2024)
Kernel Score: 82% · 3,231 ratings · Rated R
Genres: Action, Comedy, Crime
Released: 2024-06-05
Runtime: 115 minutes
Is Bad Boys: Ride or Die worth watching?
Worth watching. The Miami cops are back on the run, in a loud, bloody and funny action sequel. It's sloppy at times, but the chemistry between Will Smith and Martin Lawrence still works, and the action scenes are inventive.
Watch it if you
- liked the earlier Bad Boys films
- enjoy buddy-cop banter
- want loud, silly action
Skip it if you
- want a smart plot
- dislike gun violence
Best for: Fun action night
Fresh Kernels verdict, AI-assisted from our scores, audience reviews and the official rating.
Where to watch Bad Boys: Ride or Die
- Stream: Hulu, Fubo, YouTube TV
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
After their late former Captain is framed, Lowrey and Burnett try to clear his name, only to end up on the run themselves.
Bad Boys: Ride or Die parents' guide: ages 15+
Parents need to know that Bad Boys: Ride or Die is an R-rated action-comedy with intense gunplay, high-speed chases, and crude humor typical of the buddy-cop franchise.
- Violence & scariness: Strong — Rated R with police shootouts, high-speed chases, and manhunts throughout.
- Language: Moderate — Expect frequent strong profanity typical of the R-rated buddy-cop franchise.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official R rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
Movies like Bad Boys: Ride or Die
If you liked Bad Boys: Ride or Die, these are the movies we'd watch next.
- Bad Boys for Life (2020) — 80%: The previous film, with the same duo
- Beverly Hills Cop (1984) — 83%: Classic buddy-cop comedy action
- Lethal Weapon (1987) — 81%: The buddy-cop template with a lot of heart
- Hot Fuzz (2007) — 86%: Smart, silly action comedy
- Rush Hour (1998) — 79%: Buddy-cop comedy with martial arts
- The Nice Guys (2016) — 78%: Slick, funny detective comedy
Director
Adil El Arbi
Cast
- Will Smith as Mike Lowrey
- Martin Lawrence as Marcus Burnett
- Vanessa Hudgens as Kelly
- Alexander Ludwig as Dorn
- Paola Nuñez as Rita
- Eric Dane as McGrath
- Ioan Gruffudd as Lockwood
- Jacob Scipio as Armando
- Melanie Liburd as Christine
- Tasha Smith as Theresa
Bad Boys: Ride or Die FAQ
Is Bad Boys: Ride or Die worth watching?
Worth watching. The Miami cops are back on the run, in a loud, bloody and funny action sequel. It's sloppy at times, but the chemistry between Will Smith and Martin Lawrence still works, and the action scenes are inventive.
Where can I watch Bad Boys: Ride or Die?
In the US you can stream Bad Boys: Ride or Die on Hulu, Fubo and YouTube TV and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is Bad Boys: Ride or Die OK for kids?
Bad Boys: Ride or Die is rated R. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 15+. Parents need to know that Bad Boys: Ride or Die is an R-rated action-comedy with intense gunplay, high-speed chases, and crude humor typical of the buddy-cop franchise.
What movies are like Bad Boys: Ride or Die?
If you liked Bad Boys: Ride or Die, try Bad Boys for Life, Beverly Hills Cop, Lethal Weapon and Hot Fuzz.