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The Hard Way (1991)
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Seeking to raise his credibility as an actor and to land a role as a tough cop on a new show, Hollywood action star Nick Lang works a deal with New York City Police Capt. Brix, who by chance is one of his fans. Nick will be paired with detective Lt. John Moss and learn how to act like a real cop. But when Nick drives John crazy with questions and imitating him, he gets in the way of John's pursuit of a serial killer.
Cast
Michael J. Foxas Nick Lang
James Woodsas John Moss
Stephen Langas Party Crasher
Annabella Sciorraas Susan
John Capodiceas Grainy
Luis Guzmánas Pooley
LL Cool Jas Billy
Mary Maraas China
Delroy Lindoas Captain Brix
Conrad Robertsas Witherspoon
Christina Riccias Bonnie
Penny Marshallas Angie
George Cheungas Drug Dealer
Frank Geracias Newsman
Facts
| Release date | March 8, 1991 |
| Runtime | 111 min (1h 51m) — about the same as the 1991 average of 107 min |
| Genres | Action, Comedy, Crime |
| Language | EN |
| Budget | $24,000,000 |
| Box office | $65,595,485 (2.7× budget) |
| IMDb | tt0102004 |
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Questions
How long is The Hard Way?
The Hard Way runs 111 minutes (1h 51m).
Is The Hard Way worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.2/10 across 508 votes, which places it #59 of 67 films released in 1991 in this index (top 13%) and #1498 among 2197 action titles.
Who directed The Hard Way?
The Hard Way was directed by John Badham. Other well-rated titles by the same director: WarGames (1983), Saturday Night Fever (1977), Short Circuit (1986).
Who stars in The Hard Way?
Michael J. Fox as Nick Lang; James Woods as John Moss; Stephen Lang as Party Crasher; Annabella Sciorra as Susan; John Capodice as Grainy; Luis Guzmán as Pooley.
What is The Hard Way rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The Hard Way?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/6838.
