Executive Decision (1996) movie poster

Executive Decision (1996)

"Five miles above the earth, an elite team of six men must make an air to air transfer, in order to save 400 lives on board a 747...and 40 million below."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 74%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 62% (RT: 62%, MC: 62) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
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Runtime
2h 12m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.3/10 (1,013 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
62%
Metacritic
62
Cast
Kurt Russell as David Grant
Steven Seagal as Lt. Colonel Austin Travis
Halle Berry as Jean
Oliver Platt as Cahill
Joe Morton as Cappy
David Suchet as Nagi Hassan
BD Wong as Louie
Most people think so. 74% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 1,013 votes. Critics gave it 62%.
Overview
Terrorists hijack a 747 inbound to Washington D.C., demanding the release of their imprisoned leader. Intelligence expert David Grant suspects another reason and he is soon the reluctant member of a special assault team that is assigned to intercept the plane and hijackers. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • Stuart Baird cited several classic action films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
  • Kurt Russell spent months preparing for the role, heavily researching the subject matter.
  • Many of the background extras were actually locals from the filming locations.
Audience Consensus

Executive Decision is a 1996 action, adventure, drama film directed by Stuart Baird. Terrorists hijack a 747 inbound to Washington D.C., demanding the release of their imprisoned leader. Intelligence expert David Grant suspects another reason and he is soon the reluctant member of a special assault team that is assigned to intercept the plane and hijackers.

The film has been rated by 1,013 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a action film, Executive Decision delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences.

Executive Decision (1996) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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