Lethal Weapon (2016) | How Woke Is It?

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Lethal Weapon2016

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What We Think

“Lethal Weapon” (2016) keeps its focus on classic cop drama, strong personal arcs, and traditional values, barely dipping its toes into anything resembling woke territory. If you’re looking for an action series that doesn’t lecture you, this is a safe bet.

Score Breakdown

Compromised:Narrative Integrity

Mildly Woke

What is this?

“Lethal Weapon” (2016) largely sticks to classic buddy-cop storytelling. While the show updates some character dynamics, it rarely sacrifices plot or personality for identity politics. Characters’ backgrounds and identities serve the narrative rather than override it.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

Mildly Woke

What is this?

Traditional masculinity and family values remain central, especially through Riggs’ grief and Murtaugh’s family life. There may be some modern tweaks, but the show generally respects and even celebrates those foundations, rather than undermining them.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

Not Woke

What is this?

The show isn’t overly concerned with pushing a singular worldview or mocking dissenters. Most storylines are focused on action, crime, and character relationships rather than ideological posturing.

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