Episode 269 - Die Hard In A Die Hard

Die Hard (1988) is an action movie classic, on that we all agree. Its success created an entirely new sub-genre that is still being aped today - something we’ve dubbed “Die Hard in a Whatever.” Baddies take over a confined space (building, bus, plane, mall, city, etc) but fail to account for a rogue everyman on the loose who is intent on foiling their plans and saving an estranged loved one in the process. Join us for a look at the questionable Die Hard sequels, plus some Die Hard clones/rip-offs of varying quality. But one thing is certain… There can only be one Die Hard and that is the actual Die Hard. Yippee kai yay, muther-effer! 4:15 - The Righteous Gemstones (Max) 9:28 - The Flash (2023) 22:00 - Smartless (Max) 25:00 - Harvey Birdman Attorney at Law (Adult Swim) 28:20 - Die Hard in a Die Hard