description Broken Arrow Overview
Broken Arrow is a 1996 action film concerning the theft of U.S. nuclear weapons. The narrative centers on efforts by military forces to retrieve the stolen items alongside a conflict between two characters. Released by 20th Century Fox, the movie achieved commercial success with a budget of $50 million and a gross revenue of $150.2 million.
Sources: en.wikipedia.org
info Broken Arrow Specifications
| Country | United States |
| Year | 1996 |
help Broken Arrow FAQ
Who stars in the 1996 movie Broken Arrow?
John Travolta plays the rogue military pilot Major Vic 'Deak' Deakins, who steals nuclear warheads, and Christian Slater co-stars as his former co-pilot Riley Hale, who tries to stop him. The film was released by 20th Century Fox and was a box-office success.
What does the title Broken Arrow refer to?
In U.S. military terminology, a 'broken arrow' refers to an accident or incident involving nuclear weapons that does not create a risk of nuclear war. The film uses the term to describe the theft and loss of the stolen warheads during a training exercise over Utah.
Who directed Broken Arrow?
The film was directed by John Woo, the Hong Kong action filmmaker known for his stylized gunplay and visual flair. Broken Arrow was Woo's second American film after Hard Target and helped establish his Hollywood career alongside later works like Face/Off.
What year was Broken Arrow released?
Broken Arrow was released in theaters in 1996 by 20th Century Fox. It was one of several major action films Travolta made during his post-Pulp Fiction career resurgence in the mid-1990s.
explore Explore More
Similar to Broken Arrow
See all arrow_forward
Reviews & Comments
Write a Review
Be the first to review
Share your thoughts with the community and help others make better decisions.
