Die Hard: With a Vengeance
Fox Video | Release Date: May 19, 1995
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TECfilmsJan 21, 2013
It's just Die Hard. What can you say more than these two magic words that make this already brilliant action thriller an amazing experience, even after the second and third time. Awesome!!!
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ThegodfathersonMar 3, 2013
The "Yippy Ki Yay" is used at the right time. Die Hard With a vengeance was pure perfection from beginning to end. Samuel l Jackson makes the perfect partner in race against the time gritty thrillers. Hooking from the begging.
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Zanessa250QIApr 4, 2016
.......................................................................................A Masterpiece...........................Underrated for the knows-all CRITICS like Scarface (1983), But the public shows the truth..........
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DalekJan 5, 2011
Sure, it doesnt have the same feeling as the first or second one but its still amazing for a third sequel right? I mean, look other films that have had 3 sequels, they were bad. The beginning takes a little bit to get your head round. It'sSure, it doesnt have the same feeling as the first or second one but its still amazing for a third sequel right? I mean, look other films that have had 3 sequels, they were bad. The beginning takes a little bit to get your head round. It's basically John Mclane and Samuel L. Jackson solving puzzles by Simon.… Expand
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seanreneauMay 23, 2018
Die Hard With A Vengeance is at some points just as good as the first but is able to stand on its own and delivers a nice spin on the franchise.
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ArkonBladeOct 27, 2010
the first film was great the second one was eh. the third one brings us back to where this series should be . willis and jackon are a great and funny team . lots of funny moments and some great action . one of the few sequels that didnt disappoint.
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johnmcclaneJan 26, 2013
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. From the star of Blind Date, the first two Die Hard flicks, and Pulp Fiction comes this masterpiece that will blow your mind. Detective McClane and an shopowner named Zeus Carver track down the mysterious Simon, who is Hans Gruber's brother (if you didn't understand that part you need to see the first one as well) and an soldier. Simon's plan is to destroy McClane, but he should have known he's an lethal weapon with an side of amazing skills and dangerous power. Can McClane catch Simon before he bombs an school hidden somewhere in New York?… Expand
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MovieGuysSep 27, 2013
It's fun to see how McClane plays Simon's little game in NYC, with Samuel L. Jackson at his side, and the film delivers the goods with a vengeance. Lots of action and explosions, just like what you would think. Some parts feel like anIt's fun to see how McClane plays Simon's little game in NYC, with Samuel L. Jackson at his side, and the film delivers the goods with a vengeance. Lots of action and explosions, just like what you would think. Some parts feel like an afterthought (the ending), but most of the movie works well as a Die Hard movie.… Expand
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Steven1981Mar 18, 2020
Die Hard with a Vengeance is the third installment of the Die Hard series and second sequel to the excellent Die Hard made in 1988... John McTiernan returns after the failure of Die Hard 2 which was awful to direct Die Hard with a Vengeance..Die Hard with a Vengeance is the third installment of the Die Hard series and second sequel to the excellent Die Hard made in 1988... John McTiernan returns after the failure of Die Hard 2 which was awful to direct Die Hard with a Vengeance.. This stars Bruce Willis as John McClane and Samuel L Jackson and also Jeremy Irons as the bad guy who is Hans Gruber's brother but unknown to Bruce Willis until later in the movie. I don't remember much about Die Hard with a Vengeance as not seen it in ages but I remember the stunts were good, good chase scenes and decent action scenes. It was a much better movie than Die Hard 2 by miles and Bruce Willis with a sign saying I hate black people was pretty hilarious. Die Hard with a Vengeance is far more superior than Die Hard 2 and the acting was okay and Jeremy Irons did pretty well as the badguy considering what he had to work with. Good film.… Expand
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DanPSep 5, 2009
Awesome.
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LoRevisorFeb 25, 2015
Nitidamente superior ao segundo,John McTiernan volta com tudo trazendo um excelente Ás na manga Samuel L. Jackson que brilha e diverte com sua excelente atuação como o samaritano Zeus,Bruce Willis mais uma vez está excelente como JohnNitidamente superior ao segundo,John McTiernan volta com tudo trazendo um excelente Ás na manga Samuel L. Jackson que brilha e diverte com sua excelente atuação como o samaritano Zeus,Bruce Willis mais uma vez está excelente como John McClane. Jeremy Irons também é show de bola como o antagonista Simon. Larry Bryggman e Graham Greene também são destaques. Genial na ação,comédia e na história.… Expand
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lukechristianscJun 24, 2015
Bruce Willis is back again his character still remains the same which is good, he still bring his charisma to the fourth installment. It's predictable but it's clever, Jeremy Irons was the best villain ever! Screenwriter Jonathan Hensleigh'sBruce Willis is back again his character still remains the same which is good, he still bring his charisma to the fourth installment. It's predictable but it's clever, Jeremy Irons was the best villain ever! Screenwriter Jonathan Hensleigh's script adds suspense and keeps McClaine the same and adds delivers just what it advertises, with a vengeance. Samuel Jackson was awesome. Grade A-… Expand
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Meth-dudeNov 26, 2017
It's unbelievable, over the top, predictable and cheesy, but it's still a very solid action flick. The acting is great, the action scenes are very well made and it's very entertaining. It's a way better sequel than the second.
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BigZNov 5, 2014
Call me crazy, but I think this movie marked a big step forward for the John McClane Die Hard series and a story that hits just as hard as the others before it. John McClane is a mess and has lost his wife and family. All he has is his job.Call me crazy, but I think this movie marked a big step forward for the John McClane Die Hard series and a story that hits just as hard as the others before it. John McClane is a mess and has lost his wife and family. All he has is his job. So why would a German terrorist want him to suffer and or die, especially at the expense of others? For whatever the reason, some crazy terrorist is making John play a game while he works his own schemes on New York City. McClane must use his brain to see through the wiles and still come out as the hero. He will need help though, and he gets it. Some people like to rag on this one because it is about terrorists/thieves again. I mean yes, it is, but if it is just as clever as the prequels while bringing new dynamics in as far as scale, and characters, why mess with the formula? It works. I think the biggest gamble was Samuel L. Jackson being the partner/side-kick to Willis. Based on the ability Bruce has to be the lone wolf, adding someone next to him could ruin the vibe but it worked. Sam did it well delivering a memorable performance and making sure the human reasoning isn't lost among the explosions and shooting. They just got this down, if John McClane can stay this good and entertaining as a character and somehow keep making it through these crazy situations without getting ridiculous and unreal, why stop? Good job, worth a watch.… Expand
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FuturedirectorAug 1, 2016
Despite the flawed beginning, simple cast, and some-kind-of poor end, this film has enjoyable moments, tension parts and amazing story-telling, this film gets the best of the year. Bruce Willis is still being our die-hard man.
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robertoiglesiasJan 3, 2018
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Die Hard: With a Vengeance is a nice addition to the series imo. I do miss the Christmas theme, and Holly, but I still enjoyed it.… Expand
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FilipeNetoFeb 25, 2018
This is the third film in the series "Die Hard", which runs around the character of John McClane. In this film, he will face a terrorist group seeking revenge on him, specifically, by placing bombs in several places of New York. Directed byThis is the third film in the series "Die Hard", which runs around the character of John McClane. In this film, he will face a terrorist group seeking revenge on him, specifically, by placing bombs in several places of New York. Directed by John McTiernan, the film has a screenplay by Jonathan Hensleigh. Bruce Willis takes the lead role.

This film marks the return of McTiernan to the director's chair and managed to be different from the previous films. Addressing racial issues with humor, the film has good comic moments between McClane and Zeus, a seller from Harlem that takes racism too seriously and, eventually, become the main sidekick of McClane.

Bruce Willis managed to shine again in a role that he knows well, but the spotlight was also turned on Samuel L. Jackson (who played Zeus) and Jeremy Irons, who gave life to the main villain. The eloquent and precise combination of the three actors was very important to the success of the film. The script also deserves congratulations: besides introducing humorous moments with great intelligence, also fled the pattern marked by two films, where Willis worked alone and out of his jurisdiction, to save his wife and the other people who were with her in danger. The time element is crucial to the film: with McClane working against the clock, the adrenaline flows freely and quickly infects the audience, which is attached to what is happening on the screen. The special, visual and sound effects are good, the picture is also positive.… Expand
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DiptanshuMay 9, 2020
Another Masterpiece!Great music amazing story and screenplay every scene was amazing,acting and whole chemistry between Bruce and Samuel was amazing and the villain played by Jeremy was having a thing like 1st one but not as great as hisAnother Masterpiece!Great music amazing story and screenplay every scene was amazing,acting and whole chemistry between Bruce and Samuel was amazing and the villain played by Jeremy was having a thing like 1st one but not as great as his little brother but love he's Simon talk it was great.The actions were damn amazing at start it felt like playing GTA the way he drives and do the talk.this movie has shades of 1st one like flawless story with amazingly shocking twist and mystery puzzle type and had the situations like 2nd one,Samuel Jackson killed it amazing right from start the dialogues were Awesome like the way he addresses people sort of racist but Hilarious and starting was great the Board scene from then one every situation and phone booth scene specially bomb and robberry it was purely a treat to watch greatest surprising puzzled movie.whole ending was literally suspenseful and great and love the yippi ka lined bye bye to villain.Overall a hell of a ride Masterpiece.… Expand
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MarcusarredondoJan 30, 2020
Die Hard With A Vengeance follows up the previous two Die Hard Films and serves as a genuine sequel to the original, which the previous film could not deliver.
With the paring of Samuel Jackson, Bruce Willis is allowed to expand hisDie Hard With A Vengeance follows up the previous two Die Hard Films and serves as a genuine sequel to the original, which the previous film could not deliver.
With the paring of Samuel Jackson, Bruce Willis is allowed to expand his characterization due to strong dialogue that he shares with Jackson. Not to mention casting Jeremy Irons as a complimentary villain for the protagonists.… Expand
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CassianJ.Jan 4, 2008
So once again we are in the company of John McLean, and what a ride we are in for! You all know the premise by now it is John against the odds. This movie is both a return to the spirit of the original movie in that it
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BobS.Aug 29, 2008
clever plot. well acted. lots of fun
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P.R.Jul 28, 2006
better than die hard 2, but not better than the orignal still way better than most action movies out there.
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JaredC.Aug 12, 2007
A good movie, but accurately should be a good 5/10. Just because the movie has a made-up story flawlessly thought-out, which I think isn't much, but the acting is funny, dazzling, smart, and terrific.
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LOmarGJul 4, 2012
An absolute blast. True to its predecessors and action-packed from beginning to end. Sam and Bruce play with and against each other quite well; I particularly enjoyed the humor during the scenes where they accuse each other or racism.An absolute blast. True to its predecessors and action-packed from beginning to end. Sam and Bruce play with and against each other quite well; I particularly enjoyed the humor during the scenes where they accuse each other or racism. Jeremy Irons is excellent as usual. A solid action film.… Expand
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TokyochuchuSep 5, 2013
Die Hard with a Vengeance is a classic entry into the franchise. The film is fast paced, colorful and tons of fun. This is an excellent Die Hard sequel and one that comes close to topping the original.
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imthenoobJun 9, 2013
The addition of Jackson and Irons really elevated this movie. Irons plays such an amazing villain and Jackson is great starring opposite of Willis, The two really compliment each other. Die Hard: With A Vengeance is the only movie of theThe addition of Jackson and Irons really elevated this movie. Irons plays such an amazing villain and Jackson is great starring opposite of Willis, The two really compliment each other. Die Hard: With A Vengeance is the only movie of the franchise that truly matches the original in quality.… Expand
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Compi24Oct 27, 2017
As far as threequels go, "Die Hard: With A Vengeance" is more than just a success. Not only did it - at the very least - hold my attention and keep me entertained, but one can even say there are a few sparks of brilliance littered throughout,As far as threequels go, "Die Hard: With A Vengeance" is more than just a success. Not only did it - at the very least - hold my attention and keep me entertained, but one can even say there are a few sparks of brilliance littered throughout, such as the additions of Samuel L. Jackson and Jeremy Irons to the gallery of new figures John McClane has to traverse. However, I can't help but feel that there's a bit too much going on here at times. Juggling McClane and Zeus, the cops, and Jeremy Irons's character all at once does seem to get a bit too strenuous for director John McTiernan here for a bit, but by the time the third act rolls in, it all makes sense and its smooth sailing from there on in. Definitely not the best "Die Hard," but it is most certainly one of the better ones.… Expand
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marcmyworksDec 8, 2013
Putting Sam Jackson in the mix was a brilliant move by the film makers and Jeremy Irons is a serious badass. The big weakness is this film is the exclusion of Bonnie Bedelia.
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EpicLadySpongeFeb 3, 2016
Keep the franchise going, keep it going. We all want more... except for... ding dong.... A Good Day to Die Hard. Die Hard: With a Vengeance will not just keep the franchise strong, but it also keeps it dead too.
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eva3si0nAug 16, 2021
Die Hard with a Vengeance is unique in franchise. This is not Die Hard, but the film is shot at a high level. It is clear that the script was difficult to redo. But is Samuel Jackson an extra in the film? An excellent action movie from theDie Hard with a Vengeance is unique in franchise. This is not Die Hard, but the film is shot at a high level. It is clear that the script was difficult to redo. But is Samuel Jackson an extra in the film? An excellent action movie from the beautiful era of the 90s. A clearly expressed antagonist with his goal, perfectly and realistically set scenes of pursuit. Yes, sometimes in the film there is "Hollywood nonsense," but without it you can not shoot an interesting action movie)… Expand
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Cameronius_113Apr 29, 2017
Die Hard with a Vengeance was released in 1995 and was directed by John McTiernan. It is the third film in the Die Hard series and is about officer John McClane (Bruce Willis) who is called into action to stop a terrorist who is detonatingDie Hard with a Vengeance was released in 1995 and was directed by John McTiernan. It is the third film in the Die Hard series and is about officer John McClane (Bruce Willis) who is called into action to stop a terrorist who is detonating areas around New York City.

As someone who wasn't a big fan of Die Hard 2, this film impressed me lots and was a big improvement over the previous instalment. For me, Die Hard 2 was a rather bland action film with nothing particularly smart about it and at the same time felt too similar to the original with McClane's wife being in peril and also the fact that it too took place at Christmas, just like the first. This entry was refreshingly different and made for a great viewing experience.

The film gets off to a very strong start with brilliant pacing; we're given our situations at an expert pace and we're introduced to our characters without any slow or exposition-heavy moments. Right from the get-go, the main villain begins to play his cleverly-written game of cat-and-mouse with the heroes which was very exciting and tense. Right from the start I knew this would be much better than Die Hard 2 as it proves straight away that it has wildly different ideas and provides a whole new exciting experience.

Bruce Willis is once again great in the role of John McClane and the film doesn't slow itself down at any points to let us know what stage of his life he is in, and instead gives us the information over the course of the film which makes for a more effective way of giving us information rather than blatant exposition. Samuel L. Jackson was also great as Zeus, the person of whom John tags along with; the two had fantastic chemistry and I'd be more than happy to see them in a Die Hard film together again.

Unfortunately, after the excellent first half, the film becomes rather bland after the point where the villain stops toying around with the heroes like he did earlier and the film becomes a rather bland action picture like Die Hard 2 was. The film did maintain the expert pace and never took a minute to breathe but was not anywhere near as thrilling as the previous half was. Also, the ending of the film felt very tacked on and much like a reshoot; because that's exactly what it was. The way the scene prior to the final scene set up the ending only worked with the original ending it was expecting, however because of the studio wanting it to be changed, the ending we received feels very out of place and overall dissatisfying.

Overall, Die Hard with a Vengeance was the sequel we should have initially received instead of Die Hard 2 in my opinion and started off with many fresh ideas and constant tension as well as a brilliant pace, however most of these elements are sadly lost in the latter half and the film becomes a bland action picture towards the end. I was also dissatisfied by the new ending too and how it really didn't work at all. However, I would still recommend this film to the fans of the original Die Hard, even though the film does begin to run out of steam later on.

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ErikTheCriticOct 14, 2018
This is the true sequel that Die Hard fans deserve. Bruce Willis returns to form as John McClane, delivering clever lines, eye-catching action and some great chemistry with Samuel L. Jackson.
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ProfAmateurDec 30, 2022
Top Example of the good action-movies from the 90ies. The scenes look so believably and immersive. Story-wise unfortunately nothing new: the antagonist commands the protagonist what to do, otherwise he harms random people.
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Toasty87Jul 17, 2020
Not as good as the first one but better than the second one just seems a little rushed.
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Agentep99Jan 27, 2022
This is more like the true sequel to the first movie, it has better characters and premise than 2
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notmanDec 23, 2020
"diehard" which is a amzing movie. Its even more of a chrismans movie then the first one. there are very good graphics
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511andahalfJan 6, 2022
While not as good as the first movie, I think this third installment is an improvement over Die Hard 2 and is such a joy to watch from start to end. NYC makes for an excellent setting with great cinematography, with once again, great actionWhile not as good as the first movie, I think this third installment is an improvement over Die Hard 2 and is such a joy to watch from start to end. NYC makes for an excellent setting with great cinematography, with once again, great action all throughout. Samuel L Jackson and Bruce Willis have awesome chemistry together, and Jeremy Irons makes for another great villain. Very great movie, it feels grander and bigger, and easily one of the better Die Hard sequels in my opinion.… Expand
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MaddoxWhiteApr 25, 2021
This is the only good movie in this series and I don't understand how anyone disagrees.
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Pan_KrytykAug 12, 2022
Trzecia część,a ciągle seria trzyma poziom.. warto oglądać ten film. John jest w formie cały czas.
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jackctierney05May 10, 2022
This film is jam-packed full of raw thrills and unmissable action. Samuel Jackson and Bruce Willis were a strange, yet entertaining duo in this sequel. It was fantastic to see Hans's manipulative brother Simon take part in this movie with allThis film is jam-packed full of raw thrills and unmissable action. Samuel Jackson and Bruce Willis were a strange, yet entertaining duo in this sequel. It was fantastic to see Hans's manipulative brother Simon take part in this movie with all of his genius, sneaky, and mastermind tactics against Zeus and John, playing games with the two throughout the duration of the story. I am fully satisfied with this film's capacity of action and adventure, you won't be tempted to fall asleep during this thriller. I loved the scene in which Zeus is in the subway station ready to answer a phone call from Gruber while an officer threatens to arrest him. It is identical to the robbery scene in The Incredibles in which has almost the exact same setup! It's hilarious to watch. This is a worthy follow-up to the first two movies in the franchise and contains all the thrills everyone wants to see in any Die Hard movie. Love it!… Expand
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