Commando

Commando

Action • R • 1985 • 1 hr 30 min

6.4

6.7

John Matrix, the former leader of a special commando strike force that always got the toughest jobs done, is forced back into action when his young daughter is kidnapped. To find her, Matrix has to fight his way through an array of punks, killers, one of his former commandos, and a fully equipped private army. With the help of a feisty stewardess and an old friend, Matrix has only a few hours to overcome his greatest challenge: finding his daughter before she's killed.

Starring

Arnold Schwarzenegger, Rae Dawn Chong, Dan Hedaya, Vernon Wells, James Olson

Directed By

Written By

Steven E. de Souza

Attributes

Simple Fast Watch With Friends

Genre

Action Adventure Thriller

Release Date

October 3, 1985

User Reviews

I don't throw this phrase around loosely,but this is a perfect movie.

A certified Arnie classic, with all the bloody violence and perfect one-liners you could ask for

Underrated Arnie Masterpiece! Peak 80's action with puns so bad that they are hilarious. Gratuitous violence. Excellent in every way!

Pretty on-par, shallow 80s action flick. Cringey intro. Otherwise just here for the punches and explosions. Chong was nice addition.

If you're looking for over the top, cheesy 80s action, look no further than this film

The prototype for the 80s action film. So OTT it’s a hilarious ride.

The most pure 80s action movie out there. Doesnt bat an eye through the whole runtime at the violence/cliches and instead leans into them.

Arnold Schwarzenegger doing what he does best! Action packed movie with great quotes and a fun movie in all!

The action film that turned Arnold into a superstar, and boy is it a joy to watch.

Just a timeless classic if you like somewhat cheesy, violent, 80s action movies.

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6.4 – Based on 7.9k ratings

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John Matrix, the former leader of a special commando strike force that always got the toughest jobs done, is forced back into action when his young daughter is kidnapped. To find her, Matrix has to fight his way through an array of punks, killers, one of his former commandos, and a fully equipped private army. With the help of a feisty stewardess and an old friend, Matrix has only a few hours to overcome his greatest challenge: finding his daughter before she's killed.

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