Synopsis
Set in the 1970s in Los Angeles, 'The Nice Guys' follows a bumbling private eye Holland March (Ryan Gosling) and hired enforcer Jackson Healy (Russell Crowe) as they embark on a surprising investigation. They're on the trail of a missing girl, but the case unfolds to reveal a major conspiracy tied to the death of a porn star.
Why Watch It
Shane Black orchestrates a masterclass in buddy-cop chemistry as Ryan Gosling and Russell Crowe stumble through 1970s LA with razor-sharp banter and bruising physicality. The film crackles with snappy dialogue, grimy noir atmosphere, and perfectly timed humor that elevates a familiar plot into something genuinely special. Two charismatic leads at their best, anchoring a smart, wildly entertaining ride.
Did You Know?
- Ryan Gosling did most of his own stunts in the movie.
- Shane Black wrote the script back in 2001.
- Russell Crowe gained 50 pounds for his role.
- The movie was originally supposed to be a TV series.
- The film marks the third collaboration between Black and Joel Silver.
Iconic Quotes
- You're the world's worst detectives.
- I'm not in the yellow pages.
- Marriage is buying a house for someone you hate.
- I think I'm invincible. It's the only thing that makes sense.
- I'm not saying you're an idiot, just that you have bad luck when it comes to thinking.
