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Where was 48 Hrs. filmed?

1983 film, directed by Walter Hill.

  • Los Angeles

The story is set in San Francisco, about 347 miles (559 km) from where it was filmed.

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Where it’s set vs. where it was filmed

Set in
San Francisco
Filmed in
Los Angeles
Distance
About 347 miles (559 km) between San Francisco and the nearest filming location.

About 48 Hrs.

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Released
1983
Director
Walter Hill
Cast
Nick NolteEddie MurphyAnnette O'TooleFrank McRaeJames RemarDavid Patrick KellySonny LandhamBrion JamesJonathan BanksDenise Crosby
Genre
ActionBuddyThrillerComedyCrime

The story

Murderer and robber Albert Ganz escapes from prison with the help of a member of his gang, Billy Bear.

Inspector Jack Cates joins Inspectors Algren and Van Zant at the hotel to investigate.

Reggie brings Jack to Luther's apartment, where the duo captures him as he tries to flee.

Famous lines from 48 Hrs.

Could you name the film from one of these? Famous lines turn up in the daily game.

  • Tax refund!Redneck
  • I'm already sorry.Reggie
  • This is your car, man?Reggie
  • Yeah, but I look good.Reggie
  • What kind of cop are you?Redneck

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