The Fugitive: Thrill of the Chase
The Fugitive: Thrill of the Chase

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The Fugitive: Thrill of the Chase

2013
Movie
28 min
English

Join Harrison Ford, Tommy Lee Jones, Joe Pantoliano, director Andrew Davis and their collaborators in this stirring look at the creation of one of Hollywood's seminal thrillers.

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IMDb5.8/10
Director: Andrew DaviesGenres: Drama, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

This made-for-television film reimagines the classic "The Fugitive" story in a contemporary British setting. Dr. Richard Kimble, a respected surgeon, is wrongly convicted of murdering his wife. He escapes custody and embarks on a desperate search for the real killer, all while evading a relentless detective determined to bring him back to justice.

Critical Reception

The 2013 adaptation of 'The Fugitive' received mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising its modern take on the familiar story and the performances of its lead actors. While some found it to be a solid thriller, others felt it didn't quite capture the original's intensity or innovation.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its updated setting and strong lead performances.

  • Noted as a competent, if not groundbreaking, thriller.

  • Some viewers found the pacing occasionally lagged compared to the original series.

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Fun Fact

This British television film was a standalone reimagining and not part of a longer series, aiming to capture the essence of the original 1960s series in a modern context.

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