Hard to Kill (1990) movie poster

Hard to Kill (1990)

"He's L.A. Detective Mason Storm. Three hired assassins left him for dead. And he's waited seven years to even the score."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 76%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 37% (RT: 33%, MC: 41) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
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Director
Bruce Malmuth
Runtime
1h 35m
Country
United States of America, Spain
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.0/10 (657 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
33%
Metacritic
41
Cast
Steven Seagal as Mason Storm
Kelly LeBrock as Andy Stewart
William Sadler as Senator Vernon Trent
Frederick Coffin as Lt. Kevin O'Malley
Bonnie Burroughs as Felicia Storm
Andrew Bloch as Capt. Dan Hulland
Branscombe Richmond as Max Quentero
Charles Boswell as Jack Axel
Most people think so. 76% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 657 votes. Critics scored it lower at 37%, but audiences disagreed.
Overview
Mason Storm, a 'go it alone' cop, is gunned down at home. The intruders kill his wife, and think they've killed both Mason and his son too. Mason is secretly taken to a hospital where he spends several years in a coma. His son meanwhile is growing up thinking his father is dead. When Mason wakes up, everyone is in danger - himself, his son, his best friend, his nurse - but most of all those who arranged for his death Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • Bruce Malmuth cited several classic action films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
  • Many of the background extras were actually locals from the filming locations.
Audience Consensus

Hard to Kill is a 1990 action, drama, crime film directed by Bruce Malmuth. Mason Storm, a 'go it alone' cop, is gunned down at home. The intruders kill his wife, and think they've killed both Mason and his son too.

Mason is secretly taken to a hospital where he spends several years in a coma. His son meanwhile is growing up thinking his father is dead. When Mason wakes up, everyone is in danger - himself, his son, his best friend, his nurse - but most of all those who arranged for his death.

The film has been rated by 657 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a action film, Hard to Kill 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.

Hard to Kill (1990) 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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