The Getaway

A hardened criminal, Doc McCoy, is released from prison early due to a deal made with a corrupt official, Jack Benyon. Benyon forces Doc into one last heist with his wife, Carol, and a violent associate, Rudy Travis. When the heist goes awry, Doc and Carol find themselves on the run from both the law and Benyon's ruthless associates, desperately trying to escape with their lives and the stolen money.

The 1994 remake of 'The Getaway' received mixed reviews from critics, with many finding it a pale imitation of the 1972 original. While some appreciated the action sequences and the chemistry between the leads, others criticized its predictable plot and excessive violence. Audiences were similarly divided, with some enjoying the high-octane thrills and others finding it lacking in substance.

• Praised for its energetic action sequences and solid performances from the lead actors.
• Criticized for a convoluted plot and a reliance on gratuitous violence.
• Seen by many as an unnecessary remake that fails to capture the grit of the original.

Google audience: Audiences generally found the film to be an entertaining action flick with good chemistry between Alec Baldwin and Kim Basinger. However, many felt the plot was predictable and the violence was over-the-top, with some expressing a preference for the original film.

None notable.

During filming, Kim Basinger and Alec Baldwin were married in real life, which added a unique dynamic to their on-screen relationship.