The Fugitive

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The Fugitive

PG-13

Released Aug 6, 1993

2h 7m

Action

Mystery & Thriller

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Wrongfully accused of murdering his wife, Richard Kimble (Harrison Ford) escapes from the law in an attempt to find her killer and clear his name. Pursuing him is a team of U.S. marshals led by Deputy Samuel Gerard (Tommy Lee Jones), a determined detective who will not rest until Richard is captured. As Richard leads the team through a series of intricate chases, he discovers the secrets behind his wife's death and struggles to expose the killer before it is too late.

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Critics Consensus

Exhilarating and intense, this high-impact chase thriller is a model of taut and efficient formula filmmaking, and it features Harrison Ford at his frantic best.

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Richard Roeper

Chicago Sun-Times

Directed with surgeon-like precision by Chicago native Andrew Davis

Aug 5, 2023

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Duane Byrge

The Hollywood Reporter

Call something a "real train wreck" and it's considered a put-down. Not in this fast-track, no-stops chase movie with a massive train-wreck scene that's going to have audiences scrambling for cover.

Aug 7, 2019

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Clifford Terry

Chicago Tribune

Working from a tight script by Jeb Stuart and David Twohy, director Andrew Davis has fashioned a crackling, intelligent thriller.

Rated: 3.5/4

Aug 19, 2014

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Zaki Hasan

IGN Movies

It’s the rare '90s TV-to-film adaptation that transcended its roots to become a beloved classic in its own right.

Dec 26, 2023

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Matt Brunson

Film Frenzy

This contains enough suspenseful set-pieces, clever red herrings, and spectacular stuntwork to satisfy most thriller aficionados. Yet what really makes the movie work are the performances by the two leads.

Rated: 3.5/4

Nov 25, 2023

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Josh Larsen

LarsenOnFilm

The definition of a satisfying Hollywood action drama.

Rated: 3/4

Aug 14, 2023

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Ben W

Truly such an unexpected surprise! I was not expecting to enjoy this film this much! I’m so glad I finally saw this classic movie! IN THE THEATER! Loved it!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

03/17/24

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Kevin P

An awesome action thriller that kept me on the edge of my seat the entire time thanks to its excellent step-by-step pacing that is constantly moving yet continues the logical A-to-B methods of every move made by Harrison Ford and Tommy Lee Jones’ characters in an epic matchup of cat-and-mouse. Both actors knock it out of the park and leave you heavily invested with a sense of satisfaction, as they both continue to make smart and clever choices that keeps you guessing on who’s going to get what they want first. The characters’ intelligence leaves them flexible to new evidence of the crime scene, which is a breath of fresh air compared to so many other on-the-run movies where the authority figures never believe the hero no matter how obvious the fabrication is. The bus and train crashes were amazing and impressive with how they pulled it off for real. It’s also refreshing that the movie actually shot on-site in the city of Chicago instead of any stand-ins. The cinematography took great advantage of the grand scale gothic architecture vistas of the city. They even shot a chase sequence live at the actual St Patrick’s Day Parade near the Chicago River dyeing. It’s a hugely entertaining action thriller that puts you in the shoes of the fugitive and is easily one of Harrison Ford’s most underappreciated performances.

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

03/18/25

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Daniel C. M

Another great individualistic action revenge thriller that is complimented by the amazing performances and chemistry of the two main characters (Harrison Ford and Tommy Lee Jones) and a great script overrall. Really nothing much more i can say, must-watch if you are a fan of the genre.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

03/16/25

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Mostafa Z

I have watched the movie and I am extremely disappointed in the story title and storyline!!! I would not recommend it to anybody unless your trying to waste 2 hours of your life over this shitty ass movie😟

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

03/05/25

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Audience Member

Well written and acted by Harrison Ford and Tommy Lee Jones. While it certainly has some suggestive practical effects like the dummy falling from the dam, It's still a good watch and a good time.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

02/21/25

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Daniel S

Great film that holds up. Watched it again with some family who haven’t seen it and it didn’t disappoint.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/20/25

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Synopsis

Wrongfully accused of murdering his wife, Richard Kimble (Harrison Ford) escapes from the law in an attempt to find her killer and clear his name. Pursuing him is a team of U.S. marshals led by Deputy Samuel Gerard (Tommy Lee Jones), a determined detective who will not rest until Richard is captured. As Richard leads the team through a series of intricate chases, he discovers the secrets behind his wife's death and struggles to expose the killer before it is too late.

Director: Andrew Davis
Producer: Arnold Kopelson
Screenwriter: Jeb Stuart, David Twohy
Distributor: Warner Bros. Pictures
Production Co: Warner Brothers
Rating: PG-13
Genre: Action, Mystery & Thriller
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Aug 6, 1993, Wide
Release Date (Streaming): May 8, 2015
Box Office (Gross USA): $183.8M
Runtime: 2h 7m
Sound Mix: Surround
Aspect Ratio: Flat (1.85:1)

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