Die Hard: With a Vengeance

Name: Die Hard: With a Vengeance
Director: John McTiernan
Genre: Action, Thriller
Released: 1995-01-01
Duration: 128 min
Rating: 7.3
Cast: Bruce Willis, Samuel L. Jackson, Jeremy Irons, Larry Bryggman, Graham Greene

1995Dir. John McTiernan2h 8m

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Runtime2h 8m

Released1995

Budget$90M

Box office$366.1M

DirectorJohn McTiernan

About This Movie

Die Hard: With a Vengeance shifts the series into a grittier vibe, ditching the confines of a single building for the sprawling landscapes of New York City. Bruce Willis returns as McClane, and his dynamic with Samuel L. Jackson’s Zeus Carver offers a nice contrast—Jackson's street-smart wit against McClane's weary bravado. The pacing is relentless, throwing you from one high-stakes scenario to another, and it all feels very frenetic yet grounded in practical effects. The chemistry between the leads is tangible, and the film doesn't shy away from darker themes of race and morality. Yippee-ki-yay takes on a new meaning with this one, where the stakes feel genuinely personal. Plus, the clever use of puzzles and games throughout adds a unique twist.

Directed by John McTiernan, known for the original Die Hard.Features a mix of practical effects and on-location shooting.Samuel L. Jackson's first collaboration with Bruce Willis.The film includes multiple New York landmarks as key locations.