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The Fugitive

Name: The Fugitive
Director: Andrew Davis
Genre: Action, Thriller, Drama
Released: 1993-01-01
Duration: 131 min
Rating: 7.5
Cast: Harrison Ford, Tommy Lee Jones, Joe Pantoliano, Jeroen Krabbé, Daniel Roebuck

1993Dir. Andrew Davis2h 11m

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Runtime2h 11m

Released1993

Budget$44M

Box office$353.8M

DirectorAndrew Davis

About This Movie

The Fugitive is a solid mix of action and drama, anchored by Harrison Ford's intense performance. The pacing keeps you hooked, especially during the cat-and-mouse game between him and Tommy Lee Jones, who nails the relentless U.S. Marshal role. It's not just the chase – the film explores themes of justice and truth in a pretty gritty way. The practical effects hold up well, giving the action a tangible feel that CGI often misses. Plus, the score by James Newton Howard adds this layer of urgency. You can see how it influenced many thrillers that followed, but it has its own unique flavor, especially with that memorable train crash scene.

Released on August 6, 1993, by Warner Bros.Won an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor (Jones).Shot in Illinois, including iconic locations like Chicago.The train crash scene was achieved with practical effects.