Think fast. Look alive. Die hard.

Starring: Bruce Willis, Jeremy Irons, Samuel L. Jackson, Graham Greene, Colleen Camp, Larry Bryggman, Anthony Peck, Nick Wyman

DML Rating: ★★★★★★★★☆☆ - great

"Said Simple Simon to the pie man going to the fair, "Give me your pies... or I'll cave your head in." - Simon

Why watch this? John McClane met his match with Zeus - and that's a good thing!

Plot Summary: New York City is targeted by a mysterious terrorist named Simon, who threatens to detonate bombs throughout the city unless Detective John McClane follows his instructions in a deadly game of "Simon Says". McClane, reluctantly partnering with a man named Zeus Carver, is forced to race against time and across the city to solve a series of puzzles and challenges set by the terrorist. As the duo navigates the chaotic city and the terrorist's demands, they uncover a larger, more elaborate plot orchestrated by Simon.

Dad's Preview: Die Hard 2 (1990) seemed like a money grab. The third film captures more of the original magic. A new villain emerges named Simon, portrayed by the amazing Jeremy Irons, and he wants to ruin John's life. As Detective McClane is sent on wild goose chases all over New York City, he enlists help from Zeus, portrayed by Samuel L. Jackson. It's Willis and Jackson's initial dislike of each other, and their eventual teamwork, that moves this film in the right direction. Simon says, "Don't miss this action flick!"

Cinergi Pictures; 20th Century Fox