Speed

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Speed

R

Released Jun 10, 1994

1h 55m

Action

Mystery & Thriller

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Los Angeles police officer Jack (Keanu Reeves) angers retired bomb squad member Howard Payne (Dennis Hopper) by foiling his attempt at taking hostages. In revenge, Payne arms a bus with a bomb that will explode if it drops below 50 miles per hour. With the help of spunky passenger Annie (Sandra Bullock), Jack and his partner Harry (Jeff Daniels) try to save the people on the bus before the bomb goes off, while also trying to figure out how Payne is monitoring them.

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Critics Consensus

A terrific popcorn thriller, Speed is taut, tense, and energetic, with outstanding performances from Keanu Reeves, Dennis Hopper, and Sandra Bullock.

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Ty Burr

Entertainment Weekly

Speed is both a reminder of the pleasures of well-done mindlessness and graceful evidence that Hollywood's newest generation of talent can play the box office game if and when it wants to.

Rated: A-

Dec 22, 2021

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David Hunter

The Hollywood Reporter

There should be traffic jams at the box office as Fox picks up many busloads of riders for its fast and furiously entertaining thriller Speed.

Jun 10, 2019

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Steven Rea

Philadelphia Inquirer

De Bont has assembled it with masterly precision. And Speed looks terrific. There are breathtaking aerial shots, mind-boggling stunts, and camera positioning that you just don't expect. It's a rocketing eyeful.

Rated: 3/4

Aug 11, 2014

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Stephen Silver

The SS Ben Hecht

Keanu Reeves, Sandra Bullock, a runaway bus, and a killer high concept combined to create one of the best action movies of the ‘90s. (30th anniversary)

Rated: 4.5/5

Jun 21, 2024

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Zaki Hasan

IGN Movies

A perfect marriage of concept, cast and execution. The proof of its success is that even though it may feel like it's been left behind by time, action flicks today owe an undisputed debt to what the movie achieved.

Jun 12, 2024

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Casey Chong

Casey's Movie Mania

A well-paced thrill ride of a Die Hard-type action genre.

Rated: 5/5

Jun 8, 2024

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David S

I loved this of course, Sandra Bullock was great -realistic -because I envisioned myself as Keanu Reeves, of course.🤪 I wish some actresses I know of could have been put in an action packed film like this with a happy ending!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

12/17/24

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Kyle C

Now we’re talkin’! Sure it’s cheesy, but it’s got a lot of energy and the practical effects are next-level. Keanu Reeves does his best impression of a bad actor, but Sandra Bullock provides a lot of grounding and brings an emotional touch that’s otherwise lacking. Jeff Daniels in a serious role was… a choice. He’s fine. But honestly, it’s the concept itself and its execution that makes this film worth watching. It’s dripping with tension in every scene, and apart from the ridiculous bus jump, it’s grounded enough to feel truly suspenseful. For a high-octane, grin-inducing thrill, Speed is the movie for you.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

11/30/24

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Keizi C

Hilarious dialogue, stereotypical characters, a diabolical antagonist, humongous thrills, relentless pacing, and two gigantic movie stars. This is top tier blockbuster filmmaking at its finest.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

11/23/24

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Thomas C

Speed is a high-octane thriller that masterfully combines intense action with clever pacing. Keanu Reeves delivers a strong performance as Jack Traven, an LAPD officer tasked with saving passengers on a bus rigged to explode if it slows below 50 mph. Sandra Bullock shines as the resourceful civilian driver, adding charm and relatability to the breakneck narrative. Directed by Jan de Bont, the film is a relentless adrenaline rush, skillfully balancing nail-biting suspense with moments of humor and humanity. While the plot occasionally stretches plausibility, its sheer entertainment value earns it a solid four stars—a quintessential '90s action classic that keeps viewers on edge.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

11/15/24

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mark g

The suspension of disbelief, absolutely essential when viewing this film. Corny and unrealistic in every sense. But decent mindless fun.

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

11/09/24

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Nick R

A classic Keanu Reeves action flick with a fun premise.

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

11/07/24

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Synopsis

Los Angeles police officer Jack (Keanu Reeves) angers retired bomb squad member Howard Payne (Dennis Hopper) by foiling his attempt at taking hostages. In revenge, Payne arms a bus with a bomb that will explode if it drops below 50 miles per hour. With the help of spunky passenger Annie (Sandra Bullock), Jack and his partner Harry (Jeff Daniels) try to save the people on the bus before the bomb goes off, while also trying to figure out how Payne is monitoring them.

Director: Jan de Bont
Producer: Mark Gordon
Screenwriter: Graham Yost
Distributor: 20th Century Fox, Fox
Production Co: 20th Century Fox
Rating: R (Violence|Language)
Genre: Action, Mystery & Thriller
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Jun 10, 1994, Wide
Release Date (Streaming): Nov 25, 2015
Box Office (Gross USA): $121.2M
Runtime: 1h 55m
Sound Mix: Stereo, Dolby Digital, DTS, Surround

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