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Die Hard 2

Die Hard 2

1990
Suspense/Thriller, Action
2h 4m
John McClane is forced to battle mercenaries who sieze control of an airport's communications and threaten to cause plane crashes if their demands are not met. (imdb)
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Die Hard 2

1990
Suspense/Thriller, Action
2h 4m
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Rated 29 Mar 2021
70
53rd
Die Hard 2 is the cinematic equivalent of Alzheimer's disease. I know I've seen this movie about five times throughout my life and every time it feels like THE VERRRRRRY FIRST TIME, the moment this ends I couldn't tell you at all what happens in it just pieces "uhhh there's planes and Carl Winslow and NYPD Blue and uhhh naked yoga guy ... I think there's more, wait, whats this about" Watching these in reverse order was the way to go baby.
Rated 31 Mar 2007
100
95th
It has its faults but it's so entertaining I don't care
Rated 14 Aug 2007
80
51st
Doesn't live up to the original at all, but at least you get to see Bill Sadler's ass. Wait, wha..?
Rated 12 Apr 2012
68
55th
At one point Bruce Willis uses a fax machine and a woman asks him if he's doing anything later. He taps his wedding ring and says, "Just the fax, ma'am." That sums up this movie.
Rated 28 Jan 2018
83
83rd
A true action sequel. Bigger scope, bigger explosions, and in general just cooler. This one has a degree of cheesiness in it, it hasn't aged quite as well, but some of it just adds to the charm and entertainment value. I'm not entirely sure if I should deduct points for a sweaty, butt naked William Sadler practicing martial arts moves at the beginning, but the truth is, I enjoyed this one slightly more than the first.
Rated 24 Jan 2007
84
55th
Definitely not as good as the first, and the bad guy isn't exactly someone you can love to hate, but it's entertaining and worthy of the Die Hard series.
Rated 03 Mar 2007
2
15th
Pretty solid action movie but the worst of the trilogy. I've never really been able to pinpoint what it is about this that I dislike compared to the others; I think for one thing, the sense of location is a lot less impressive than in the other two, i.e., it feels all over the place and less tightly structured as a result.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
25
7th
It would be another three years before Renny Harlin accomplished what would indubitably be his greatest work: convincing Geena Davis to marry him.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
4
43rd
The weakest of the series, with uninspired villains and a few cheesy action beats. (Anyone who claims Live Free or Die Hard is worse, watch them again back-to-back and you'll see you're mistaken.) But it's still got John McClane, so you gotta watch it.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
74
50th
I wouldn't go so far as to say I HATE these movies... they're great for the action, McClane is a likeable enough character, and even the one-liners aren't bad. But this one has a really convoluted situation, riddled with plot holes (although I don't quite understand why it gets hated on so much more than any other in the series). Good brain-off entertainment, I guess, but I've seen it more than enough times.
Rated 21 Dec 2007
61
62nd
With Bruce Willis making a welcome comeback as John McClane, the sequel had a lot to live up to. Whether it did so or not is difficult to determine outright. With large plotholes, humourously stupendous action and diaglogue and explosions by the bucket load it certainly gives a mixed impression. Overall though it isn't a bad attempt, capturing the spirit of the original while also having a totally unbelievable plotline for the most part. Overall it's an entertaining movie, ignoring plotholes.
Rated 31 Dec 2007
80
61st
Not as good as the first, but excellent as far as sequels go.
Rated 11 Feb 2008
76
61st
The villain in this one can't hold a candle to the standard Rickman set in the first one. Considering all of the inaccuracies in this movie regarding airplanes, my ranking here is strictly based on the action, and the clever, yet incredibly predictable plot twist at the end. Oh, and Carmine.
Rated 21 Feb 2008
6
55th
DIE HARDER. Features arguably the best quote of all the Die Hard movies: "Just once, I'd like a regular, normal Christmas. Eggnog, a fuckin' Christmas tree, a little turkey. But, no. I gotta crawl around in this motherfuckin' tin can." Aw yeah
Rated 19 Apr 2008
74
25th
As others have said, this is the weakest of the Die Hard movies, with the possible exception of Live Free or Die Hard. The problem with this movie, in my view, is that it lacks the sense of claustrophobia and urgency the first one had. The threat to the people on the airplane is much less immediate than the threat to the Nakatomi Plaza hostages, so the atmosphere just isn't as taut. Otherwise it's a pretty decent actioner with Bruce Willis delivering his usual funny/tough performance. Nice.
Rated 08 Nov 2009
70
38th
8/11/9 - Take reaction to Die Hard, downgrade a bit. Follows exactly the same formula, but a bit more ridiculously.
Rated 22 Dec 2009
5
45th
I don't want to compare this movie to the first Die Hard, but it's impossible not to. Unfortunately for this movie, it doesn't compare well.
Rated 24 Apr 2010
46
32nd
Die Hard 2: Suck Harder, by Renny 'im-afraid-of-women-so-i-portray-them-as-stupid-bitches' Harlin. There ain't much humor in the film, and when there is a humorous character or one-liner it's just so appallingly silly it just puts off from the movie. McClain's black sidekick sounds exactly how racists think all black people sounds like. Lots of annoyance and some good action.
Rated 22 Sep 2010
10
98th
ah the good old days when you could smoke in an airport. if you only try that shit today in six hours you'll end up in guantanamo with a bag on your head. I'd say the movie's only weakness is the poor supporting cast on the good guys side. very underrated movie
Rated 09 Oct 2010
4
32nd
More of the same, yet less impactive and certainly far less stunning.
Rated 10 Apr 2011
55
32nd
Easily the worst of the Die Hard flicks. The inner workings of the airport has a machine to crush luggage.
Rated 31 Dec 2011
80
88th
If you have read my review of Die Hard, then please strike that... My X-Mas will never be complete if I do not re-watch Die Hard AND Die Hard 2 for God knows what time... The sequel has it's minor flaws, but is still amazing entertainment. And apparantly once upon a time there was a place where you could smoke everywhere. It was called an airport! What a fairytale...
Rated 03 Jul 2012
69
51st
More violent, more explosive and even bigger than the original - this ticks all the sequel boxes. But as long as Willis is in his vest and playing McClane, it's hard to care about its shortcomings.
Rated 21 Nov 2013
81
73rd
Die Harlin!
Rated 03 Aug 2016
25
6th
Renny Harlin you are a bad bad man
Rated 28 Feb 2018
100
91st
Die Hard 2 is my favorite Die Hard movie! Entertaining like the original, Die Hard 2 follows up having the action fun, continuing the story and action while still being a good Christmas film.
Rated 20 Apr 2023
35
15th
dat pre-9/11 security am i right
Rated 31 Dec 2006
88
74th
There's a feeling of rehash here, but it doesn't overwhelm; in fact, I like that this series had one "Second verse, same as the first" sequel before trying something different in the third film... and I like it especially when it's done as well as it's done here.
Rated 25 Jan 2007
65
83rd
Surprisingly, I liked this quite a lot more on re-watch. It's not as good as the 1st and the premise is getting silly, but at least it provides pretty much non-stop action for 2hrs. The script and Harlin's direction is solid, and the snowy airport setting allows more room to play around. Cast is filled with tough guys like Sadler, Franz, young Robert Patrick and Django himself - Franco Nero. Maybe it's the nostalgia for the pre-CGI action films; they sure don't make them like this anymore.
Rated 28 Jan 2007
50
38th
I'm sure I'd score this lower if I saw it today, but what the hell. I know, it's a totally over-the-top sequel to what was actually an almost sensible, and thoroughly gripping action movie. But with not only Willis returning, also the fantastic William Atherton and Bonnie Bedelia (and wow, Franco Nero was in this?), a bit of humor and decent thrills, I do remember kind of liking this. It's far better than the next sequels, for sure.
Rated 26 Feb 2007
31
24th
A surprisingly unnecessary sequel of a solid initial film, especially when Lethal Weapon 2 ends up being funny and very watchable.
Rated 26 Feb 2007
75
40th
The worst in the series but still a goodaction movie.
Rated 07 Mar 2007
55
49th
Entertaining if you like action films.
Rated 18 Mar 2007
78
56th
Awesome action-packed thriller that stands the test of time.
Rated 23 Mar 2007
25
2nd
predictable, low acting, seems as if it was only made to make money...
Rated 25 Mar 2007
74
63rd
Entertaining action-sequel that doesn't necessarily match the first film by any means, but certainly delivers as another vehicle for Bruce Willis to shoot at things- and that ejection-seat scene still rocks.
Rated 12 Apr 2007
67
27th
Has its moments, but 1 and 3 overshadow it. If you have an opportunity to see the version that's had its profanity dubbed over for television, do not hesitate. It is hilarious.
Rated 27 Apr 2007
75
43rd
Loved this series
Rated 02 May 2007
75
55th
Willis and Sadler save this. Harlin's best, which means it's only average.
Rated 22 Jun 2007
84
71st
Not as cool as the first nor third but fine nonetheless.
Rated 25 Jun 2007
85
76th
Dear Hollywood: Please blow things up like this again.
Rated 28 Jun 2007
64
36th
Not as good as the first movie, but worth watching, if you can take plot holes.
Rated 02 Jul 2007
60
26th
Should have been better..
Rated 12 Jul 2007
85
41st
Not nearly as good as the others.
Rated 12 Jul 2007
45
16th
Temmuz 07
Rated 13 Jul 2007
75
53rd
Not as good as the first one, but still a fine action film. Again, John McClane causes as much carnage as he can.
Rated 27 Jul 2007
55
11th
Love 1, Love 3, hate this piece of garbage from Renny Harlin.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
60
51st
One of the better action movies of all times, although not standing up to either part one or three.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
65
51st
Well, it's another Die Hard movie, and it's got Franco Nero, so it's not a total waste. It's just not nearly as good as the film that preceded it.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
89
78th
A sequel that lived up to the original in many ways.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
71
64th
These were all pretty good.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
95
42nd
Not much into action but this was good!
Rated 14 Aug 2007
70
37th
The worst Die Hard IMHO
Rated 14 Aug 2007
49
37th
Watchable based on Willis' charm, but the main villain is extremely boring and forgettable, the direction is over the top (and dated), and it feels rather flimsy. Not as good as the other two.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
82
81st
Not as good as the first, but still a pretty damn good action movie.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
51
36th
this movie answers one of the oldest questions in the bible... who would win between Delroy Lindo and a plane engine!!!
Rated 14 Aug 2007
85
50th
Violence all over the place. An action classic.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
80
85th
Classic 80s action, just in time for the 90s. Not as slick as the first, but ker-powey enough to deliver.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
50
44th
The Die Hard movies are good action flicks, but this was the weakest one in the series.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
80
65th
certainly not on par with its predecessor, but still a damn good flick. reginald vel johnson gives a brief, but oscar-worthy performance.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
45
7th
Don't know what happened, but as of this writing there are 4 Die-Hard movies, and this is the only one that sucks.
Rated 20 Aug 2007
50
25th
The first in a long series of needless sequels to a film which, while entertaining, isn't worthy of a single follow-up.
Rated 21 Aug 2007
82
54th
John Mclane now on a plane, whee!
Rated 22 Aug 2007
53
50th
Good
Rated 31 Aug 2007
80
49th
Yipee-Ki-Yay! Die Hard does it again. john Mclaine is awesome
Rated 04 Sep 2007
71
29th
It's a decent sequel to the first and has some great moments, but doesn't quite have the magic of the first. Die Hard 2 works best when it's slightly tongue in cheek, and the moments when it suddenly takes itself seriously cheapen the experience. There's also not enough information about the bad guy for all the screen time devoted to him.
Rated 12 Sep 2007
40
7th
saw it, don't remember anything about it
Rated 16 Sep 2007
78
63rd
This movie was alright, but it never reached the level of the first one.
Rated 16 Sep 2007
50
22nd
Weakest of the series. I just don't like this film.
Rated 19 Oct 2007
80
53rd
Die harder, bitch.
Rated 02 Jan 2008
48
18th
All the elements that made the first DIE HARD great are ignored from the second film onward.
Rated 11 Jan 2008
80
60th
Formulaic plot but plenty of action and effects. Bruce Willis has his usual acting style and that comes with it's upside too as it's quite funny in parts. Some suspense and a bit of a plot twist here and there. Ok.
Rated 04 Feb 2008
55
44th
Renny Harlin recycling the first Die Hard (compare his version of Elm Street).
Rated 08 Feb 2008
83
77th
Surprisingly good, even though alot of the plot points and character types are recycled from the first one. There are enough new ideas and twists to keep things interesting. And anything that can get John Amos involved is cool in my book.
Rated 25 Feb 2008
91
50th
Few remember this film. The plot isn't as interesting as the rest of the Die Hard series, but the action is intense
Rated 26 Feb 2008
88
90th
one of the best action films
Rated 26 Feb 2008
65
68th
Worst die hard film, but still good fun.
Rated 26 Feb 2008
48
23rd
One day a long time ago I watched the first three Die Hards and I just don't remember anything about this one. I think I was very bored
Rated 28 Feb 2008
60
37th
ok
Rated 05 Mar 2008
86
46th
Hardly touches the first, but still awesome.
Rated 28 Mar 2008
75
62nd
To put it bluntly if you want to see Die Hard all over again then give this a watch. If you haven't seen the first this'll certainly hold your interest if you're an action movie fan. However it certainly doesn't offer anything new. Everything in the film has been done previously. Still, and let's be honest with ourselves here, it's sweet to see Bruce Willis be the bad ass rogue, renegade, takes no prisoners, "you're off the case" cop John McClane again.
Rated 29 Mar 2008
80
66th
great movie
Rated 03 May 2008
75
89th
This movie is great. I love action movies and and all of the Die Hard movies are great. I think that Bruce Willis was perfect for this role.
Rated 09 May 2008
100
64th
all the shitting same but love them
Rated 13 Jun 2008
80
90th
Nice
Rated 18 Jun 2008
55
41st
I am not a fan of Bruce Willis, but he embodies well the ironic like John McClane. But the film itself has nothing of new, one more action film with great shooting and explosions.
Rated 08 Jul 2008
75
40th
I'd say my least favorite of the series, though it still has some classic moments... It is still Die Hard.
Rated 19 Jul 2008
40
6th
Pretty lame - the first one is way better.
Rated 27 Jul 2008
60
34th
I've seen it, but I can't remember the plot. Not a good reflection on the movie. A major step down from the first and fourth movies.
Rated 30 Jul 2008
80
66th
Just like the 1st one - pretty good!
Rated 03 Aug 2008
40
3rd
least of the 4
Rated 28 Aug 2008
82
73rd
Nowhere near as good as the original, but still a highly exciting, super-violent action flick that stands as one of the highlights of the 80's-action-era.
Rated 30 Aug 2008
70
29th
Nothing like the first one, but still good enough.
Rated 03 Sep 2008
100
65th
Classic
Rated 08 Sep 2008
25
23rd
another bad sequel!
Rated 13 Sep 2008
87
94th
For some strange reason, I never get tired of seeing this movie.
Rated 18 Sep 2008
44
61st
den svageste af de 4
Rated 21 Sep 2008
85
78th
As good as part one! Bruce in action
Rated 23 Sep 2008
60
50th
My favorite Die Hard cuz it's winter! I love snow! Yay!
Rated 25 Sep 2008
20
12th
The worst of the bunch, though I haven't seen four yet

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