Under Siege (1992)

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"In 1992 a battleship's been sabotaged by nuclear pirates out to steal its warheads. Now, surrounded by terrorists, a lone man stands with a deadly plan of attack."

Movie · 1992 · 1h 42m · Released · Rated R · Action, Thriller

Synopsis

A disgruntled ex-CIA operative, his assistant and their assembled group of terrorists seize a battleship with nuclear blackmail in mind. They've planned for every contingency but ignore the ship's cook, former Navy SEAL Casey Ryback—an error that could be fatal.

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Cast

  • Steven Seagal as Casey Ryback
  • Tommy Lee Jones as William Strannix
  • Gary Busey as Commander Krill
  • Erika Eleniak as Jordan Tate
  • Colm Meaney as Daumer
  • Damian Chapa as Tackman
  • Andy Romano as Admiral Bates
  • Patrick O'Neal as Captain Adams
  • Nick Mancuso as Tom Breaker
  • Raymond Cruz as Ramirez

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BingeNext's take

If you’re in the mood for a classic 90s action thriller that keeps you on the edge of your seat, Under Siege is a solid pick. Steven Seagal plays Casey Ryback, a battleship cook with a secret past as a Navy SEAL, who ends up being the last hope when a group of terrorists led by a disgruntled ex-CIA operative takes over the ship. The tension builds as these bad guys think they’ve covered every angle, but Ryback’s skills make it clear they underestimated him. With a runtime just over 100 minutes, it’s a fast-paced, no-nonsense movie that delivers plenty of action and suspense without dragging. If you like films where one tough character quietly turns the tables on a dangerous group, this one feels satisfying and intense, perfect for a night when you want to escape into a straightforward, thrilling story.

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