Die Hard
Twelve terrorists. One cop. The odds are against John McClane... That's just the way he likes it.
NYPD cop John McClane's plan to reconcile with his estranged wife is thrown for a serious loop when, minutes after he arrives at her offices Christmas Party, the entire building is overtaken by a group of terrorists. With little help from the LAPD, wisecracking McClane sets out to single-handedly rescue the hostages and bring the bad guys down.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Die Hard
- Genres: Action, Thriller
- Release Date: 1988-07-15
- Runtime: 132 minutes
- Rating: 7.803/10 (11821 votes)
- Budget: $28,000,000
- Revenue: $140,767,956
- Production Companies: Gordon Company, Silver Pictures, 20th Century Fox
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 21.7735
- Languages: English, German, Italian
Cast & Crew
Bruce Willis
as John McClane
Alan Rickman
as Hans Gruber
Alexander Godunov
as Karl
Bonnie Bedelia
as Holly Gennaro McClane
Reginald VelJohnson
as Al Powell
Paul Gleason
as Dwayne Robinson
De'voreaux White
as Argyle
William Atherton
as Richard Thornburg
Hart Bochner
as Harry Ellis
James Shigeta
as Joseph Yoshinobu Takagi
Gallery
Trailers & Clips
Die Hard (1988) Original Trailer
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Iconic Lines
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Die Hard?▼
Die Hard is a Action, Thriller movie directed by . It was released on 1988-07-15.
Who are the main actors in Die Hard?▼
The main cast includes Bruce Willis, Alan Rickman, Alexander Godunov, Bonnie Bedelia, Reginald VelJohnson, .
Where can I watch Die Hard online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Die Hard is available.
Is Die Hard based on a true story?▼
Twelve terrorists. One cop. The odds are against John McClane... That's just the way he likes it.
What is the IMDb rating of Die Hard?▼
Die Hard has an IMDb rating of 7.803/10 based on 11821 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Die Hard?▼
The movie had a production budget of $28,000,000 and earned $140,767,956 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Die Hard?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Gordon Company, Silver Pictures, 20th Century Fox. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Die Hard filmed?▼
Die Hard was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Die Hard?▼
The total runtime of Die Hard is 132 minutes.
Is Die Hard suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Die Hard?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Die Hard.
Does Die Hard have a post-credit scene?▼
Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!
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