Live Free or Die Hard (2007)
A seasoned cop and a young hacker battle internet terrorists in a relentless, witty, high-octane thriller.
John McClane is back and badder than ever, and this time he calls on the services of a young hacker in his bid to stop a ring of Internet terrorists intent on taking control of America's computer infrastructure.
How intense is Live Free or Die Hard?
Live Free or Die Hard is mildly scary, with light gore and brutal violence. Emotionally it carries some weight. The pace is relentless, and it is a full-attention watch and a party watch. The humor runs dry. Rated PG-13.
What Live Free or Die Hard feels like
- Tone
- high octanegrittysuspensefulpulpy
- Pace
- Relentless
- Humor
- dry and witty
- Best for
- Full attentionParty
Where to stream Live Free or Die Hard
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Is Live Free or Die Hard for you?
Is Live Free or Die Hard scary?
Only a little. Live Free or Die Hard has a few tense moments (scare level 1 of 3), nothing that follows you to bed.
Is Live Free or Die Hard gory or violent?
Light gore (1 of 3) and brutal violence (3 of 3).
Is Live Free or Die Hard sad or heavy?
A little. There is some emotional weight (1 of 3), but it is not a heavy watch.
Is Live Free or Die Hard OK for kids?
It is rated PG-13. Intensity: scare 1, gore 1, violence 3, each out of 3. Your call for older kids.
How long is Live Free or Die Hard?
Live Free or Die Hard runs 2h 8m.
Where can I stream Live Free or Die Hard?
Live Free or Die Hard is not on a US subscription service right now (rent or buy may still be an option).
Does Live Free or Die Hard have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
Yes. It lands on a happy note.
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