The Rock

1996 · 137 min · EN · R · 7.2 (5,432 votes)

Dir. Michael Bay · Starring Sean Connery, Nicolas Cage, Ed Harris, John Spencer, David Morse, William Forsythe · Music Hans Zimmer

“Alcatraz. Only one man has ever broken out. Now five million lives depend on two men breaking in.”

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When vengeful General Francis X. Hummel seizes control of Alcatraz Island and threatens to launch missiles loaded with deadly chemical weapons into San Francisco, only a young FBI chemical weapons expert and notorious Federal prisoner have the skills to penetrate the impregnable island fortress and take him down.

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This is a relentless, high-octane thrill ride, packing explosive action and a palpable sense of urgency. It's a quintessential 90s blockbuster, delivering a constant rush of adrenaline and a gritty, intense showdown. Perfect for those seeking pure, unadulterated cinematic spectacle.

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