Under Siege 1992
“In 1992 a battleship's been sabotaged by nuclear pirates out to steal its warheads. Now, surrounded by terrorists, a lone man stands with a deadly plan of attack.”
What is Under Siege?
The film "Under Siege" is a 1992 action movie that takes place on a battleship. A group of individuals, including a disgruntled ex-CIA operative and his assistant, seize the ship with a specific goal in mind.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1992
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 102 minutes
- Release date
- Oct 8, 1992
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- France, United States of America
- Studios
- Regency Enterprises, Warner Bros. Pictures, Alcor Films
- Budget
- $35,000,000
- Revenue
- $156,563,139
- Genres
- Action, Thriller
- Updated
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Overview
The film "Under Siege" is a 1992 action movie that takes place on a battleship. A group of individuals, including a disgruntled ex-CIA operative and his assistant, seize the ship with a specific goal in mind. The group has planned extensively for various contingencies, but they fail to account for one of the ship's crew members. This oversight could potentially have severe consequences. The crew member in question is a former Navy SEAL who works as the ship's cook. The group's intentions involve nuclear blackmail, indicating that their actions pose a significant threat. The story revolves around the events that unfold as a result of the group's takeover and the crew's response to the situation. The film explores the consequences of underestimating the capabilities of the ship's crew, particularly the former Navy SEAL.
Should you watch it?
“Terrorists seize a battleship, but they forget to account for the ship's cook.”
- features high-stakes action
- starring seagal
- follows familiar genre formulas
Watch it if you enjoy classic 1990s action thrillers featuring terrorists and high-stakes battleship sabotage.
This film carries an R rating and features intense action violence.
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Frequently asked questions
When was Under Siege released?
Under Siege was released in October 1992.
What is the runtime of the film?
The film has a runtime of one hour and forty-two minutes.
What is the primary setting of the movie?
The film is set on a battleship.
Who is the main character fighting the terrorists?
The ship's cook and former Navy SEAL Casey Ryback fights the terrorists.
Does the film have a sequel?
Yes, a sequel titled Under Siege 2: Dark Territory was also produced.