The story follows Robert “Bobby” Trench (played by Denzel Washington), an undercover DEA agent, and Michael “Stig” Stigman (played by Mark Wahlberg), a Naval Intelligence Officer. The two form an uneasy alliance to infiltrate a Mexican drug cartel and take down its leader, Papi Greco (played by Edward James Olmos).
The initial plan involves robbing a bank used by the cartel to launder money, but things quickly go awry when they discover much more money than expected in the bank’s vault. Unbeknownst to each other, Bobby and Stig are both working undercover for different government agencies.
As the duo attempts to navigate the complex situation and figure out each other’s true identities, they find themselves pursued by various forces, including the cartel and their own government agencies. The film is characterized by its mix of action, comedy, and twists.
In the climax, Bobby and Stig uncover the truth about their respective assignments and face off against the real enemies. The resolution involves the characters dealing with the fallout from the events, their evolving partnership, and the consequences of their actions.
“2 Guns” received mixed to positive reviews from critics, with praise for the chemistry between Denzel Washington and Mark Wahlberg and the film’s entertaining blend of action and humor. While some criticized its convoluted plot, others appreciated it as a fun and engaging action movie.