Murphy's Axel Foley keeps up the standard set by the first, providing fast and furious entertainment.

Although Murphy's fast talking steals most of the big laughs, Judge Reinhold, as his seemingly-gentle sidekick who proves to have developed a Rambo complex, also makes the most of his opportunities.

Villainess Brigitte Nielsen memorably orders her victims to 'Eat the floor! ' in one of the many inventive lines.