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Theatrical Release Date:
05/14/1991
DVD Release Date:
12/10/1997
Run Time:
135min.
Starring:
Director(s):
Distributor(s):
Universal
MPAA Rating:
R
Genre(s):
Action
Plot: The sons of a Chicago fireman who gave his life in the performance of his duties, firefighting brothers Kurt Russell and William Baldwin carry their lifelong sibling rivalry into their work. Read More
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