No Way Out

A U.S. Navy officer on the run becomes the prime suspect in the murder of a woman with whom he had an affair. The woman is revealed to be a call girl entangled with a high-ranking defense secretary, who is secretly running a black market arms deal. The officer must race against time to clear his name and expose the conspiracy before he is captured or killed.

No Way Out was a commercial success and received generally positive reviews from critics. It was praised for its intricate plot, suspenseful direction, and strong performances, particularly from Costner and Hackman. While some found the plot twists predictable, most critics agreed it was a well-crafted and entertaining thriller.

• A taut and suspenseful thriller with a compelling cat-and-mouse dynamic.
• Kevin Costner delivers a solid performance as the wrongly accused man.
• Gene Hackman is commanding as the corrupt defense secretary.

Google audience: Audiences found the film to be a gripping and intelligent thriller, with many highlighting the suspenseful plot twists and the strong performances of the lead actors. Some viewers noted that the ending was somewhat predictable, but the overall pacing and execution kept them engaged.

Nominated for an Edgar Allan Poe Award for Best Motion Picture.

The film's iconic scene where Kevin Costner's character attempts to escape through a subway tunnel was filmed in a real, operational subway station in Washington D.C., requiring careful coordination and limited filming time.