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Do you know anyone who hasn't seen this movie? A box-office smash when released in 1993, this spectacular update of the popular 1960s TV series stars Harrison Ford as a surgeon wrongly accused of the murder of his wife. He escapes from a prison transport bus (in one of the most spectacular stunt-action sequences ever filmed) and embarks on a frantic quest for the true killer's identity, while a tenacious U.S. marshal (Tommy Lee Jones, in an Oscar-winning role) remains hot on his trail. Director Andrew Davis hit the big time with this expert display of polished style and escalating suspense, but it's the antagonistic chemistry between Jones and Ford that keeps this thriller cooking to the very end. In roles that seem custom-fit to their screen personas, the two stars maintain a sharply human focus to the grand-scale manhunt, and the intelligent screenplay never resorts to convenient escapes or narrative shortcuts. Equally effective as a thriller and a character study, this is a Hollywood blockbuster that truly deserves its ongoing popularity. --Jeff Shannon
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The Fugitive is a 1993 American thriller film based on the television series of the same name. The film was directed by Andrew Davis and stars Harrison Ford and Tommy Lee Jones. The story opens as Richard Kimble (Harrison Ford) is wrongfully convicted of the murder of his wife. Soon after, Kimble escapes from custody and sets out to prove his innocence and bring those who were responsible to justice whilst being pursued relentlessly by a team of US Marshals, led by Deputy Samuel Gerard (Tommy Lee Jones).
The movie garnered critical and commercial success, with worldwide box office takings of $368,875,760 from a $44 million budget. It was nominated for seven Academy Awards, including Best Picture, a rarity for a movie associated with a television series, and Jones won for Best Supporting Actor. It presently holds a 94% score on Rotten Tomatoes and a rating of "universal acclaim" from Metacritic.[2][3] It was followed by a sequel, US Marshals, in which Jones reprised his role as Gerard.
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17 of 17 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
When I first saw 'The Fugitive', I was hoping that it didn't fall into the trap of silliness that most TV-show based feature films have fallen into (remember 'Car 54', or 'Wild Wild West'?). Needless to say, I was more than pleasantly surprised to see that it went WAY beyond my low expectations! Great moments of suspense, action, and plot twists galore!
Harrison Ford's been knocked for not putting much 'feeling' into some of his roles. But if there are emotions he does do well, it's desperation and determined stoicism with a touch of sarcasm... a perfect fit for a fugitive out to clear his name. As well, Tommy Lee Jones is a lock as U.S. Marshal Sam Gerard- he plays the character's somewhat cocky and no-nonsense attitude to perfection. He also gets the best lines, and a pretty good supporting cast playing his U.S. Marshal Service cohorts (including the recently- recognized Joe Pantoliano). It's scenery-chewing at it's best, and definitely an Oscar-worthy perfomance.
Their performances of the two main characters and antagonists is so compelling that, like my fellow reviewers have stated before, I was rooting for the both of them throughout the presentation. It's two 'good guys' against each other, with one helping lead the other to the same end!
When I heard about the Special Edition DVD release, I was kinda bummed. I'd already spent a few bucks on the original release, and never anticipated the possibility of an enhanced version. But, thanks to those wonderful buyers on eBay, I got a good return on my original disc at a minimal loss, and grabbed a copy of the new one.
The new disc isn't half-bad, but doesn't quite match up to the standards of other fully-loaded DVD fare as `T2 Ultimate Edition' or `The Abyss'. It features teasers, trailers, and a few behind-the-scenes bits, including the setup & shooting of the train wreck. Davis even discusses a `flub' following the wreck that was cut out of the original video version, but was then digitally corrected and restored in this DVD release! And no, I'm not gonna tell you about it- you'll have to see it for yourself!
The commentary track by director Andrew Davis and Tommy Lee Jones was not one of the better feature-length commentaries I've experienced. There are parts where neither of them speak for a couple minutes on end, almost like they didn't have that much to say about the movie in the first place. Jones' commentary was minimal, with mostly throwaway-type observations that didn't really add much to the track.
And now, my biggest gripe: Warner is STILL using cardboard snap cases for their digital discs! You'd think they'd've gotten out of the DVD Stone Age by now...
'Late
Harrison Ford's been knocked for not putting much 'feeling' into some of his roles. But if there are emotions he does do well, it's desperation and determined stoicism with a touch of sarcasm... a perfect fit for a fugitive out to clear his name. As well, Tommy Lee Jones is a lock as U.S. Marshal Sam Gerard- he plays the character's somewhat cocky and no-nonsense attitude to perfection. He also gets the best lines, and a pretty good supporting cast playing his U.S. Marshal Service cohorts (including the recently- recognized Joe Pantoliano). It's scenery-chewing at it's best, and definitely an Oscar-worthy perfomance.
Their performances of the two main characters and antagonists is so compelling that, like my fellow reviewers have stated before, I was rooting for the both of them throughout the presentation. It's two 'good guys' against each other, with one helping lead the other to the same end!
When I heard about the Special Edition DVD release, I was kinda bummed. I'd already spent a few bucks on the original release, and never anticipated the possibility of an enhanced version. But, thanks to those wonderful buyers on eBay, I got a good return on my original disc at a minimal loss, and grabbed a copy of the new one.
The new disc isn't half-bad, but doesn't quite match up to the standards of other fully-loaded DVD fare as `T2 Ultimate Edition' or `The Abyss'. It features teasers, trailers, and a few behind-the-scenes bits, including the setup & shooting of the train wreck. Davis even discusses a `flub' following the wreck that was cut out of the original video version, but was then digitally corrected and restored in this DVD release! And no, I'm not gonna tell you about it- you'll have to see it for yourself!
The commentary track by director Andrew Davis and Tommy Lee Jones was not one of the better feature-length commentaries I've experienced. There are parts where neither of them speak for a couple minutes on end, almost like they didn't have that much to say about the movie in the first place. Jones' commentary was minimal, with mostly throwaway-type observations that didn't really add much to the track.
And now, my biggest gripe: Warner is STILL using cardboard snap cases for their digital discs! You'd think they'd've gotten out of the DVD Stone Age by now...
'Late
14 of 15 people found the following review helpful
Format:Blu-ray|Amazon Verified Purchase
First off, I just want to clarify that this is a review of the product, NOT the movie.
The transfer was a complete ripoff, this in no way was a remastered dvd. It has about the same quality as a VHS, the first 2 minutes shows a perfect example how bad the quality of the supposed "Blu-ray" is, the blacks are completely washed out and throughout almost the whole movie the picture is soft.
What a joke.
The transfer was a complete ripoff, this in no way was a remastered dvd. It has about the same quality as a VHS, the first 2 minutes shows a perfect example how bad the quality of the supposed "Blu-ray" is, the blacks are completely washed out and throughout almost the whole movie the picture is soft.
What a joke.
44 of 54 people found the following review helpful
Format:Blu-ray
I've noticed various reviews here have stated that the video quality was impressive. Personally I was quite disapointed.
This was the first Blu-ray I purchased and frankly I was disappointed with the video quality. I realize the film is never going to look as sparkling and clean as more recent films, but the image quality seemed lacking.
It has a soft, washed out 'milky' look and the detail is off and on. Sometimes the close-ups on faces are impressive, but then it will cut to a city shot at night and I really noticed the lack of definition.
Of course much of this flatness comes from the fact that the photography was fairly dull in the first place (the whole film has a 'grey' look), but I still expected something more impressive on the Blu-ray format.
Also the sound is not HD or PCM. It comes with the same audio as the previous DVD.
So my advice, if you only want to collect Blu-rays with superb video & audio quality, this is NOT one of them. But, if you are simply a fan of the film and want the best quality version available, then this is still your best bet.
This was the first Blu-ray I purchased and frankly I was disappointed with the video quality. I realize the film is never going to look as sparkling and clean as more recent films, but the image quality seemed lacking.
It has a soft, washed out 'milky' look and the detail is off and on. Sometimes the close-ups on faces are impressive, but then it will cut to a city shot at night and I really noticed the lack of definition.
Of course much of this flatness comes from the fact that the photography was fairly dull in the first place (the whole film has a 'grey' look), but I still expected something more impressive on the Blu-ray format.
Also the sound is not HD or PCM. It comes with the same audio as the previous DVD.
So my advice, if you only want to collect Blu-rays with superb video & audio quality, this is NOT one of them. But, if you are simply a fan of the film and want the best quality version available, then this is still your best bet.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
An Awesome Classic Movie
After seeing the film in its original format (theater), later on VHS, I had to have it in Blu-ray format, even at a much reduced price. Read more
Published 12 days ago by Evolutionman
The Fugitive
Great movie the first time I saw it and when I finally bought it and was years since I've seen it. It was like watching it for the first time again. Read more
Published 27 days ago by Esteban Samaniego
completely engrossing, The Fugitive is a darn near perfect popcorn...
Based on the classic TV series starring David Janssen, The Fugitive (1993) is one of those films that if you see it on cable, you are drawn to watch it, regardless of how many... Read more
Published 1 month ago by trebe
Still Great!
This movie definately stands the test of time. You can watch it, forget about it for a few years, then watch it again and it's still a fantastic movie. Read more
Published 1 month ago by A. White
One of the best Movies ever!!!!!
This movie is just amazing. Harrison Ford is unbelievable , and Tommy Lee Jones is a great supporting actor. Plot is great and thrilling and amazing movie of the 90's!!!
Published 1 month ago by Nick
Amazing
One of the best movie classics from Harrison Ford. A great movie to watch over and over again. I would suggest seeing this movie if you have not see it before. Five stars!!!!!
Published 1 month ago by Luigi
Blu-ray buyers beware: NOT a 1080p transfer
The two stars are for the Blu-ray, not the film itself, which I love and would happily give 5 stars.
Other Blu-ray reviewers have referred to a "soft" picture. Read more
Other Blu-ray reviewers have referred to a "soft" picture. Read more
Published 2 months ago by George Dean
Decent Reimagining
I remember when this film came out and was wondering how it would compare to the TV series of the Sixties.
Harrison Ford is Dr. Read more
Harrison Ford is Dr. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Scotman365
Harrison Ford and Tommy Lee Jones. What else needs to be said?
The Fugitive is a classic action thrill ride through one man's grief over losing his wife and then being accused of her murder. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Cheree
Picture quality was on par with DVD, not really sharp like Blu
Picture quality was on par with DVD, not really sharp like Blu-ray. I was kind of frustrated because I expected more, but it is better than DVD, so go ahead and upgrade if you get... Read more
Published 4 months ago by musicjunkee1911
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