The “Bad Boys” franchise, from worst to best, according to critics

One of the most popular buddy cop movie franchises in cinema is “Bad Boys.” Actors Will Smith and Martin Lawrence star in the series as two detectives from the Miami Police Department. The first two “Bad Boys” features are still directed by Michael Bay.

Bringing plenty of action and comedic moments, the films in this franchise are usually box office successes. But what do specialized critics think of “Bad Boys”?

With this in mind, we have decided to list, from worst to best, all the films in the “Bad Boys” series according to specialized critics. To do this, we took into account the consensus of the main film review aggregators on the Internet and the opinions of sites specializing in cinema.

The second film in the series received largely negative reception from critics. Critical consensus states that the film relies solely on explosions and that its comedic moments are flawed. However, “Bad Boys II” was a commercial success, being the tenth highest-grossing film of 2003.

Directed by Michael Bay, the plot follows the pair of police officers played by Will Smith and Martin Lawrence who investigate the proliferation of ecstasy in Miami.

The first film in the series received mixed critical reception overall. The critical consensus evaluates the chemistry between Will Smith and Martin Lawrence as positive.

However, experts point to director Michael Bay’s excesses, especially the large number of explosions, as negative factors. However, “The Bad Boys” was a huge commercial success and became a franchise.

In the plot, the two police officers are tasked with finding a shipment of heroin stolen from the police safe before their department closes down.

The fourth film in the series was well received by critics in general. Smith and Lawrence’s performances were considered the film’s high point.

The film is directed by the duo Adil El Arbi and Bilall Fallah. In the plot, the detective duo tries to clear the name of their late captain, who was framed.

The first place among the films most appreciated by critics goes to the third chapter of the series. Published almost two decades later, “Para Semper” received positive reception from critics in general.

According to critical consensus, the film highlights the strengths already seen in the franchise and highlights the great chemistry between Will Smith and Martin Lawrence. Furthermore, the film was a commercial success, being the fourth highest-grossing film of 2020.

Directed by the duo Adil & Bilall, the film follows the pair of police officers who investigate a series of murders linked to Lowrey’s (Smith) past.

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