Action Drama Thriller The Jack Ryan Collection

Clear and Present Danger

Name: Clear and Present Danger
Director: Phillip Noyce
Genre: Action, Drama, Thriller
Released: 1994-01-01
Duration: 141 min
Rating: 6.6
Cast: Harrison Ford, Willem Dafoe, Joaquim de Almeida, Henry Czerny, Harris Yulin

1994Dir. Phillip Noyce2h 21m

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Runtime2h 21m

Released1994

Budget$62M

Box office$215.9M

DirectorPhillip Noyce

About This Movie

Phillip Noyce's 'Clear and Present Danger' has a gritty, tense atmosphere that really captures the murky waters of U.S. involvement in South America. Harrison Ford as Jack Ryan delivers a grounded, nuanced performance—he's not the typical action hero, which adds depth. The pacing feels measured, building tension without overwhelming the viewer. The practical effects and action sequences are well-executed for the time, lending an air of realism that’s sometimes missing in today’s CGI-heavy films. There’s also a strong political undertone, exploring themes of corruption and the moral complexities of national security. It's a solid adaptation of Tom Clancy's work, with a focus on character over spectacle, making it distinctive in the genre.

Released on August 3, 1994, in the USAFilmed on location in Colombia for authenticityFeatures a score by James Horner, adding depthSequel to 'The Hunt for Red October' (1990)