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Speed

"Get ready for rush hour."

1994-06-09 Action 1hr 56m

Jack Traven, an LAPD cop on SWAT detail, and veteran SWAT officer Harry Temple thwart an extortionist-bomber's scheme for a $3 million ransom. As they corner the bomber, he flees and detonates a bomb vest, seemingly killing himself. Weeks later, Jack witnesses a mass transit city bus explode and nearby a pay phone rings. On the phone is that same bomber looking for vengeance and the money he's owed. He gives a personal challenge to Jack: a bomb is rigged on another city bus - if it slows down below 50 mph, it will explode - bad enough any day, but a nightmare in LA traffic. And that's just the beginning...

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Jack Traven, an LAPD cop on SWAT detail, and veteran SWAT officer Harry Temple thwart an extortionist-bomber's scheme for a $3 million ransom. As they corner the bomber, he flees and detonates a bomb vest, seemingly killing himself. Weeks later, Jack witnesses a mass transit city bus explode and nearby a pay phone rings. On the phone is that same bomber looking for vengeance and the money he's owed. He gives a personal challenge to Jack: a bomb is rigged on another city bus - if it slows down below 50 mph, it will explode - bad enough any day, but a nightmare in LA traffic. And that's just the beginning...

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Cast

Keanu Reeves

Keanu Reeves

Jack Traven
Dennis Hopper

Dennis Hopper

Howard Payne
Joe Morton

Joe Morton

Capt. McMahon
Alan Ruck

Alan Ruck

Stephens
Glenn Plummer

Glenn Plummer

Jaguar Owner
Natsuko Ohama

Natsuko Ohama

Mrs. Kamino
Simone Gad

Simone Gad

Bus Passenger #1
Loretta Jean

Loretta Jean

Bus Passenger #2
Sherri Villanueva

Sherri Villanueva

Bus Passenger #3
Robert Mailhouse

Robert Mailhouse

Young Executive
Patrick Fischler

Patrick Fischler

Friend of Executive
Susan Barnes

Susan Barnes

Female Executive
Rick Dano

Rick Dano

Swat Driver
Jane Crawley

Jane Crawley

Baby Carriage Woman
Anne O'Sullivan

Anne O'Sullivan

Baby Carriage Woman
Beau Starr

Beau Starr

Commissioner
Antonio Mora

Antonio Mora

News Anchor #1
Patty Toy

Patty Toy

News Anchor #2
Todd Gordon

Todd Gordon

News Cameraman
Bruce Wright

Bruce Wright

Reporter #1
Mark Kriski

Mark Kriski

Reporter #2
Dagny Hultgreen

Dagny Hultgreen

Reporter #3
Richard Schiff

Richard Schiff

Train Driver
Sandy Martin

Sandy Martin

Bartender
Jim Mapp

Jim Mapp

Additional Bus Passenger
Milton Quon

Milton Quon

Additional Bus Passenger
Sonia Jackson

Sonia Jackson

Additional Bus Passenger
Carmen Williams

Carmen Williams

Additional Bus Passenger
Paula Montes

Paula Montes

Additional Bus Passenger
Loyda Ramos

Loyda Ramos

Additional Bus Passenger
Julia Vera

Julia Vera

Additional Bus Passenger
Marylou Lim

Marylou Lim

Additional Bus Passenger
Brian K. Grant

Brian K. Grant

Elevator Passenger
Barry Kramer

Barry Kramer

Elevator Passenger
Robin McKee

Robin McKee

Elevator Passenger
Paige Goodman

Paige Goodman

Elevator Passenger
Christina Fitzgerald

Christina Fitzgerald

Elevator Passenger
Tara Thomas

Tara Thomas

Elevator Passenger
Cece Tsou

Cece Tsou

Elevator Passenger
Michael N. Fujimoto

Michael N. Fujimoto

Elevator Passenger
Richard Gelb

Richard Gelb

Elevator Passenger
Veronica Cartwright

Veronica Cartwright

Bag Lady (uncredited)
Scott Wilder

Scott Wilder

S.W.A.T. Officer #1 on Flatbed Truck (uncredited)

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A Review by JPV852 8

Written by JPV852 on 2021-05-23

Entertaining action-thriller that made both Keanu Reeves and Sandra Bullock stars. All of the scenes on the bus were great and while the fin... read more

Entertaining action-thriller that made both Keanu Reeves and Sandra Bullock stars. All of the scenes on the bus were great and while the finale was fine, the third act in of itself was contrived. No reason for Annie to be at the scene of the ransom drop; heck, one can argue Jack shouldn't have been there either since they know what the bomber looks like. Still, plenty of fun and seemed like Hopper was having a great time as a cackling, maniacal villain. **3.75/5**

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A Review by Wuchak 6

Written by Wuchak on 2021-08-26

_**Get off the bus!**_ A SWAT officer in Los Angeles (Keanu Reeves) tries to save the lives of people on a bus from a mad bomber (Dennis ... read more

_**Get off the bus!**_ A SWAT officer in Los Angeles (Keanu Reeves) tries to save the lives of people on a bus from a mad bomber (Dennis Hopper) who has the vehicle rigged to blow up if it goes under 50 MPH. Sandra Bullock plays a passenger on the bus while Jeff Daniels is on hand as another SWAT officer. "Speed" (1994) is a disaster/action movie that delivers the goods as a thrilling popcorn flick. While it’s not great like “Terminator 2: Judgment Day” (1991) it’s arguably on par with “Under Siege 2: Dark Territory” (1995). Although a top-of-the-line production, it lacks the human interest of “Terminator 2” and “Runaway Train” (1985) and the story is unbelievably contrived. But, if you can roll with it, it’s a dynamic blockbuster, just kinda forgettable in the grand scheme of things. The film runs 1 hour, 55 minutes, and was shot in the greater Los Angeles area, including Mojave Airport. GRADE: B-

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A Review by Geronimo1967 7

Written by Geronimo1967 on 2023-08-26

For my money, this is Keanu Reeves' best (and hottest) performance. He is "Jack", an LAPD officer who finds himself embroiled in a bus-hosta... read more

For my money, this is Keanu Reeves' best (and hottest) performance. He is "Jack", an LAPD officer who finds himself embroiled in a bus-hostage situation. Not any ordinary kind of scenario, though - the bus is atop a bomb that will detonate if it slows below 50mph. He must track down the bus and figure out a way of ensuring, in a gridlocked and pedestrian-riddled LA, how to make sure it doesn't explode and how to evacuate the passengers. Luckily for him, Sandra Bullock ("Annie") is on board so perhaps he has a fighting chance? We know from the start that it's explosive expert Dennis Hopper pulling all the strings - boy has he got a grudge - so the rest of LAPD (and his partner Jeff Daniels) have to try and track him down. Mark Mancina's score and some really intense action photography keep this gripping drama racing along really well with loads of (ok, pretty implausible) engineering acrobatics. The dynamic between Bullock and Reeves is effective, she plays her role really entertainingly too as it turns out the bus has it's fair share of quirky passengers too, and she ends up doing all the driving (without a driving licence!). Almost 30 years on, it hasn't really dated at all - indeed, there is an authenticity to the whole production that helps keep it enthralling all the way to an ending that sustains momentum really well.

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A Review by RalphRahal 9

Written by RalphRahal on 2024-12-17

Speed is one of those movies that’s just pure adrenaline from start to finish. Directed by Jan de Bont and starring Keanu Reeves and Sandra ... read more

Speed is one of those movies that’s just pure adrenaline from start to finish. Directed by Jan de Bont and starring Keanu Reeves and Sandra Bullock, it’s a high-energy action film that knows exactly what it wants to be and delivers on every front. The concept is as intense as it gets, and the execution keeps you on the edge of your seat the whole way through. Keanu Reeves is solid as Jack Traven, the quick-thinking LAPD officer, and Sandra Bullock’s charm as Annie brings some heart and humor to the chaos. The chemistry between them is great, and it’s fun to watch their dynamic unfold under pressure. Dennis Hopper as the villain is wonderfully over-the-top, adding just the right amount of menace to the mix. The action sequences are incredible, especially given the tight, confined setting of a moving bus. The stunts and pacing keep the tension high, and even the more ridiculous moments just add to the fun. Sure, some parts feel exaggerated or a bit far-fetched, but that’s what makes it so enjoyable. It doesn’t take itself too seriously, and that works perfectly. What really stands out is how the film never slows down (pun intended). From start to finish, it’s a non-stop thrill ride that’s incredibly entertaining. Speed is exciting, fun, and totally worth a rewatch, even decades later. It’s a classic that still holds up!

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A Review by JPV852

Entertaining action-thriller that made both Keanu Reeves and Sandra Bullock stars. All of the scenes on the bus were great and while the finale was fine, the third act in of itself was contrived. No reason for Annie to be at the scene of th...

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A Review by JPV852 8

Written by JPV852 on 2021-05-23

Entertaining action-thriller that made both Keanu Reeves and Sandra Bullock stars. All of the scenes on the bus were great and while the finale was fine, the third act in of itself was contrived. No r...

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A Review by Wuchak 6

Written by Wuchak on 2021-08-26

_**Get off the bus!**_ A SWAT officer in Los Angeles (Keanu Reeves) tries to save the lives of people on a bus from a mad bomber (Dennis Hopper) who has the vehicle rigged to blow up if it goes und...

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A Review by Geronimo1967 7

Written by Geronimo1967 on 2023-08-26

For my money, this is Keanu Reeves' best (and hottest) performance. He is "Jack", an LAPD officer who finds himself embroiled in a bus-hostage situation. Not any ordinary kind of scenario, though - th...

read more
reviewer avatar

A Review by RalphRahal 9

Written by RalphRahal on 2024-12-17

Speed is one of those movies that’s just pure adrenaline from start to finish. Directed by Jan de Bont and starring Keanu Reeves and Sandra Bullock, it’s a high-energy action film that knows exactly w...

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