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A low-level criminal and a struggling newsman become unlikely partners in this comedy. Franklin Hatchett (Chris Tucker) is a fast-talking hustler who runs a small time ticket-scalping business. A TV n... read more read more...ews story by reporter James Russell (Charlie Sheen) brings Franklin's business to the attention of the police, and he finds himself under arrest. While being transported by police bus from one lock-up to another, Franklin is handcuffed to Raymond Villard (Gerard Ismael), a high-level jewel thief from Europe. Villard's henchmen stage a raid in which they explode the vehicle, killing most of the passengers (including two cops), but freeing their partner. Franklin is able to escape but learns that he's now wanted as a cop killer. Hoping to clear his name, Franklin approaches Russell with a deal -- if he'll hide him from the police and help him prove that he had nothing to do with the deadly explosion, he'll give the reporter an exclusive story, which could help Russell boost his sagging career. Money Talks also features Heather Locklear as Russell's fiancée Grace, and Paul Sorvino as Grace's father, who is quite impressed by Franklin's story that he's related to Vic Damone. ~ Mark Deming, Rovi

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R, 1 hr. 35 min.

Directed by: Brett Ratner

Release Date: August 22, 1997

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DVD Release Date: January 13, 1998

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  • October 12, 2011
    Fast talking Tucker is the star in this fast paced comedy that despite doing badly upon release and being a rather bog standard action flick, I quite like it.

    Nothing new in the slightest with more of resemblance to 'Lethal Weapon' and 'Beverly Hills Cop' than anything, but the ... read morequips and ramblings of Tucker are amusing and highly energetic which play well against Sheens stuck up richboy. Clearly Ratner likes Tucker as he went on to use him for the 'Rush Hour' trilogy which is pretty much more of the same, this feels like a pilot for those films but is actually probably better, just about.

    Had it been made back in the 80's I'm sure this would have been looked upon more favourably but with an overloaded genre when it was released it fades into obscurity fast.
  • June 25, 2010
    One of my favorite movies of all time. Yeah, it's not great, but Chris Tucker delivers some of the funniest lines I've heard.

    Great movie for a mindless comedy with some decent action scenes.
  • April 10, 2010
    Good action-comedies is a rare thing to come by these days. But during the 90's they came in the plenty, and this is an excellent example of that. Chris Tucker (being as loud-mouthed as he is) isn't always easy on the ears, but he's still a great and really funny actor, and alway... read mores brings a lot of energy to the screen. The stuff that goes on story-wise may not be very believable, but it is, undeniably, highly entertaining. A perfect pick when you feel like just kicking back and watching something that doesn't require too much thinking.
  • April 7, 2009
    James Russell: I want some answers!
    Franklin Hatchett: Hey man, me and Guy just down here, checkin' out some fly rides, and mackin' some hos and chillin'.
    James Russell: Imagine that. It's like a G-Dog on a fly tip. Flossin' wit da posse. Cuttin' in da crib. WHAT THE FUCK DOES TH... read moreAT MEAN?

    This movie just fits right into my guilty pleasures list. Its an enjoyable action/comedy that features Chris Tucker buddying up to everybody. Charlie Sheen also stars, but he pretty much just gets to react to Tucker's antics.

    Franklin Hatchett: You know guns don't kill people, stupid motherfuckers with guns kill people!

    The story involves a local street hustler, Tucker, getting mixed up in some sordid affairs involving some French bad guys. Long story short, Tucker is on the run after being positioned as an accomplice in a prison break and cop murders. He was partially put in this position by a local news reporter, Sheen, and must now hideout with him for the weekend.

    Some action ensues, as Tucker gets involved in a scheme involving the recovery of 15 million dollars worth of diamonds. Money will eventually talk as Tucker must con his way into getting rid of everyone who is after him.

    James Russell: I need this for sweeps week!
    Franklin Hatchett: Sweeps week? Man fuck sweeps week, my life's on the line and you're talking about a damn broom!

    People give director Bret Ratner a lot of flack for his party boy attitude and the fact that he's made four Chris Tucker movies and is essentially blamed for X3, but dammit if he doesn't deliver a movie that is quick paced and a lot of fun.

    The plot is silly but it delivers a lot of laughs, makes good use of Tucker and his interactions with the supporting cast, which includes Paul Sorvino, and has a good amount of 90s R rated violence. Fun stuff.

    James Russell: You fuck up the suit, we've got a problem.
    Franklin Hatchett: Fuck the suit, we've already got a problem!
  • January 2, 2008
    An endlessly hilarious and gut-busting action-comedy that you will head over heels laugh for the entire ride. Delivering a full-clip of explosive action. A wild and exhilerating classic. Chris Tucker has such energy not seen since Eddie Murphey. Tucker and Sheen play each other o... read moreff perfectly.
  • January 22, 2007
    had some funny moments, not bad
  • March 13, 2006
    Why did I see this?
  • April 21, 2008
    No matter how many times I see this I still laugh just as hard as the first time I saw it...
  • May 22, 2011
    Chris Tucker and Charlie Sheen in their prime. Tucker was hilarious and with this movie he seperated himself from the rest of his peers.
  • October 18, 2010
    This is so funny, it may be one of those Chris Tucker action/comedy movies, but this is a lot of fun and very entertaining!

Critic Reviews


Susan Wloszczyna
January 1, 2000
Susan Wloszczyna, USA Today

Tucker and his profanely funny verbal bullets ... are about the only reason to put up with this gratuitously violent, race-baiting, jumbled ripoff.

Michael Dequina
January 12, 2007
Michael Dequina, TheMovieReport.com

Tucker's manic energy is the only thing keeping the audience from dozing off like the rest of the cast. Full Review

Luke Y. Thompson
January 16, 2003
Luke Y. Thompson, New Times

Mildly funny prototype for Ratners later Rush Hour franchise

Scott Weinberg
July 26, 2002
Scott Weinberg, eFilmCritic.com

...as does Chris Tucker. Incessantly.

Rod Granger
January 1, 2000
Rod Granger, Film Journal International

Mainly a showcase for the talented Tucker, and unfortunately doesn't add up to much else. Full Review

James Sanford
January 1, 2000
James Sanford, Kalamazoo Gazette

serves up a crude blend of flip comedy and jarring violence... Tucker squeals loud and long. Here's hoping he gets the Ned Beatty part when 'Deliverance' is finally remade. Full Review

Owen Gleiberman
September 7, 2011
Owen Gleiberman, Entertainment Weekly

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July 12, 2002
Globe and Mail

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Michael O'Sullivan
January 22, 2002
Michael O'Sullivan, Washington Post

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January 1, 2000
Houston Chronicle

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