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The Rescue (1988)

"An elite U.S. Special Forces team is imprisoned behind enemy lines. The Pentagon calls them expendable. Five young heroes call them Dad. Now they'll risk everything to bring them home."

5.319881h 37mEN
ActionAdventureDrama

Directed by Ferdinand Fairfax

Rating

5.3/10

Runtime

1h 37m

Language

EN

Release

August 5, 1988

Director

Ferdinand Fairfax

Official Trailer

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Overview

A team of Navy Seals are sent to destroy a disabled submarine so it will not fall into the "wrong" hands. They complete their mission, but are captured before they can return to their base. The U.S. Government will not mount a rescue mission to free the soldiers, so their teenage children take over....

Cast

Edward Albert

Edward Albert

Cmdr. Merrill

James Cromwell

James Cromwell

Adm. Rothman

Kevin Dillon

Kevin Dillon

J.J. Merrill

Marc Price

Marc Price

Max Rothman

Christine Harnos

Christine Harnos

Adrian Phillips

Ellen Barber

Ellen Barber

Virginia Phillips

Ian Giatti

Ian Giatti

Bobby Howard

Charles Haid

Charles Haid

Cmdr. Howard

Timothy Carhart

Timothy Carhart

Lt. Phillips

Ned Vaughn

Ned Vaughn

Shawn Howard

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The Rescue (1988), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

A team of Navy Seals are sent to destroy a disabled submarine so it will not fall into the "wrong" hands. They complete their mission, but are captured before they can return to their base. The U.S. Government will not mount a rescue mission to free the soldiers, so their teenage children take over. The kids find a way to venture into the foreign country and then must overcome many obstacles.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of The Rescue. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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