Lethal Weapon 3 Timeline ( Real )

film_release
May 15, 1992

Release of Lethal Weapon 3

The movie Lethal Weapon 3 directed by Richard Donner and starring Mel Gibson and Danny Glover was released in theaters.

film_production
1991

Filming of Lethal Weapon 3

Principal photography for Lethal Weapon 3 took place during 1991 before the movie's release.

film_announcement
1990

Announcement of Lethal Weapon 3

Warner Bros. officially announced the production of Lethal Weapon 3, the third installment in the Lethal Weapon film series.

Lethal Weapon 3 Timeline ( Fictional )

police_operation
Spring 1992

Safecracker Arrested

Martin Riggs and Roger Murtaugh arrest a safecracker named Jack Travis while investigating stolen weapons.

investigation
Early Summer 1992

Discovery of Stolen Guns

The team discovers that a series of advanced firearms have been illegally smuggled and stolen from police evidence storage.

character_introduction
Mid Summer 1992

Meet Lorna Cole

Riggs meets Lorna Cole, the Internal Affairs officer assigned to investigate their conduct, leading to a professional and personal relationship.

character_event
Mid Summer 1992

Reunion with Leo Getz

Leo Getz returns with his typical high-energy involvement and aids Riggs and Murtaugh in their case.

confrontation
Late Summer 1992

Confrontation with Arms Dealer

Riggs and Murtaugh identify and confront Michael Hunsaker, the corrupt arms dealer orchestrating the gun thefts.

undercover_mission
Early Fall 1992

Undercover Operation at Gun Factory

The duo infiltrates the illegal gun factory to gather evidence and halt the production of illegal firearms.

personal_attack
Mid Fall 1992

Attack on Family Home

Jack Travis attacks Murtaugh's family, escalating the personal stakes of the investigation.

climax
Late Fall 1992

Final Showdown at the Gun Factory

Riggs and Murtaugh engage in a climactic battle with the criminals at the gun factory, resulting in the arrest of the key conspirators.

resolution
Winter 1992

Resolution and Release of Evidence

After the case closes, evidence is cleared, relationships solidify, and Riggs and Lorna deepen their bond.