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What to Watch After The Naked Gun
Beyond the Badge: Four Fresh Takes on Slapstick Crime and Action
If you laughed at Lt. Frank Drebin Jr.’s bumbling heroics, you’ll want to check out the four titles we’ve hand‑picked to keep the comedy‑action fire burning. From the near‑future courtroom chaos of Mercy, to the high‑stakes corporate espionage of Relay, the wild small‑town capers of Bad Man, and the upgraded android mayhem of M3GAN 2.0, each film offers a distinct flavor while staying true to the goofy‑danger vibe that made The Naked Gun a cult favorite.
Together they form a mini‑lineup that spans fresh releases, audience darlings, classic‑style spoofs, and a guaranteed crowd‑pleaser sequel. Whether you crave a sci‑fi courtroom sprint, a tense thriller with a comedic edge, a satirical crime romp, or a tech‑driven horror‑comedy, this quartet proves that the spirit of slapstick crime can thrive across genres and eras, delivering nonstop laughs and nonstop action for fans of the original.
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These recommendations branch out from The Naked Gun with similar tone, themes, genre elements, or audience appeal.
Mercy
MOVIE • 2026
science_fiction • action • thriller
Why Watch Next
Mercy blends high‑octane action with a razor‑sharp sci‑fi premise, offering the same fast‑paced, absurdist humor that made The Naked Gun’s spoof‑laden police antics a hit.
Overview
In the near future, a detective stands on trial accused of murdering his wife. He has ninety minutes to prove his innocence to the advanced AI Judge he once championed, before it determines his fate.
Relay
MOVIE • 2025
action • drama • thriller
Why Watch Next
Relay’s gritty, audience‑pleasing thriller vibe and clever twists echo the slapstick‑laden crime chaos of The Naked Gun while delivering a fresh, intense drama.
Overview
A broker of lucrative payoffs between corrupt corporations and the individuals who threaten them breaks his own rules when a new client seeks his protection to stay alive.
Bad Man
MOVIE • 2025
action • comedy • crime
Why Watch Next
Bad Man captures the satirical, action‑packed comedy core of The Naked Gun, pairing over‑the‑top heroics with a tongue‑in‑cheek look at small‑town crime.
Overview
In Colt Lake, Tennessee, Sam Evans tackles a meth epidemic. He is side-lined on arrival of Bobby Gaines, an undercover agent. Despite Evans' local ties, Gaines is hailed as hero. Suspicions arise on Gaines which unravels a complex narrative.
M3GAN 2.0
MOVIE • 2025
action • science_fiction • thriller
Why Watch Next
M3GAN 2.0 adds a sci‑fi twist to the slapstick formula, delivering the same blend of absurdity and explosive set‑pieces that fans of The Naked Gun will love.
Overview
After the underlying tech for M3GAN is stolen and misused by a powerful defense contractor to create a military-grade weapon known as Amelia, M3GAN's creator Gemma realizes that the only option is to resurrect M3GAN and give her a few upgrades, making her faster, stronger, and more lethal.
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Ice Road: Vengeance
MOVIE • 2025
Why It’s Relevant
While not a comedy like The Naked Gun, this action‑thriller showcases Neeson’s high‑energy performance and blends suspense with moments of optimism, aligning with the reference’s lively tone.