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U.S. Marshals
U.S. Marshal Sam Gerard and his team pursue a suspect who is armed, extremely dangerous, perhaps linked to a spy ring.

Starring Tommy Lee Jones, Robert Downey Jr., Wesley Snipes...  View more >

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Jan 25, 2000
Considering the popularity of The Fugitive, U.S. Marshals was not hyped as much as I would have expected it to be. For that reason, plus the fact that Titanic is still packing them in, I'm afraid that this movie will be lost in the shuffle. That would be unfortunate, since U.S. Marshals is both a good sequel to the first, and a good movie standing on its own merits.

Tommy Lee Jones reprises his role as Marshal Samuel Gerard, and I believe his original group is also back. This was a good idea, as the group works well on the screen, and it keeps the focus from being too star-centric. Added to the group is Special Agent John Royce, played by Robert Downey, Jr.

Following a pretty good plane wreck scene (although it still pales in comparison to the train wreck in The Fugitive), the fugitive on the run is played by Wesley Snipes. You guessed it, he maintains that he is wrongly accused, and sends everyone running after him in the swampy south.

One thing I particularly liked about U.S. Marshals is that the entire plot isn't laid out from the very beginning. There are plenty of twists and turns in the plot line, mixed with enough action sequences to keep you riveted to the screen. You're never quite sure who the good guys and the bad guys are, since the plot deals nicely with greying the distinction between guilt and innocence.

I look forward to seeing this movie again, since I don't believe the sound system was switched from mono when the preceding commercials were finished. Especially in an action movie, the sound can play a large part in involving you in the story. With better sound, I think U.S. Marshals will be an even better movie, but even without, the plot was able to make it a very enjoyable film.

This review is the property of Scott Jentsch, Copyright © 1998. This information cannot be reprinted without the permission of the author.
Jan 25, 2000
Did you like The Fugitive back in 1993? If so then this movie is right up your alley. In fact, the working title on this bugger was "The Fugitive II", you know just how close to the original it is.

Starring the return of Tommy Lee Jones, Joe Pantoliano, Daniel Roebuck and Tom Wood from The Fugitive, this movie is one big reunion for the crack U.S. Marshals team.

Their quarry this time: Wesley Snipes

The scenario is similar this time around, Wesley Snipes (as Mark Sheridan) is a prisoner that is being transferred when an accident happens and he escapes. Sam Gerard (Jones) and his crack team are on the scene to coordinate the search. They are teamed with a "new guy" (Robert Downey, Jr.) brought in from higher up to assist.

We are left wondering if Snipes is innocent of the crimes he supposedly committed as he is relentlessly persued by Jones.

The accident sequence near the beginning of the film was very good, and would have been even better if the theater had been showing it in Dolby Digital the way they advertised, instead of the MONO presentation we all got. : (

Other action/suspense scenes were very good as well, but they seemed to be too closely related to scenes in The Fugitive. Snipes also reminded me of his characters in Passenger 57 and Murder at 1600.

Overall, this film was a reworking of characters we are familiar with, and scenes that we had all seen before. Does it work in this movie? Yes, to a degree. I would say that The Fugitive was a better picture, more suspenseful, but this one is good too.

Copyright 1998 - Ron Higgins No unauthorized publication or distribution without the consent of Ron Higgins.

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Jan 25, 2000
'The Fugitive,' the 1993 action/drama blockbuster that was nominated for a Best Picture Oscar and won the Supporting Actor award for Tommy Lee Jones was an edge-of-your-seat movie. It was suspenseful, surprising and fun. 'U.S. Marshals,' less of a sequel than it is a spin-off of 'The Fugitive' is not edge-of-your-seat excitment or nailbiting intensity, but it's an entertaining, smart thriller that boasts some good performances and thrilling action sequences. Jones returns to his role as Sam Gerard, and this time he's on the trail of a new fugitive, Mark Roberts (Wesley Snipes), who has been accused of murdering two governmentmen in cold blood. Joe Pantoliano reprises his role of Cosmo and Robert Downey, Jr. comes in as the new addition to Gerard's team, and a member of the bureau of the victims. Jones basically is doing his 'Fugitive' performance all over again, with a bit more humor. Nothing new, nothing great, but acceptable. Snipes (who I think is a far better actor than Harrison Ford) is also ok, but this is the same character he's played before. Nothing new here, either. Pantoliano is good, but not spectacular. Kate Nelligan, as Jones' boss, is good, and makes a poorly written character somewhat memorable. It's Downey who shines in this movie. The strength he shows as an actor grows a little in every movie (thought his best performance remains to be in 1992's 'Chaplin') and in 'U.S. Marshals' he steals his every scene. Irene Jacob of 'Red' costars as Snipes' girlfriend. She sort of emulates Emanuelle Beart in 'Mission: Impossible.' She's not bad, but not particularly good, either. 'U.S. Marshals' is good. And, unlike to other two, I saw it in Dolby sound. I'm sure it's better this way. The airplane crash is very thrilling.

Jan 25, 2000
First of all...I really liked it! Before I start discussing the film, I need to say one thing....Robert Downey, Jr. as a Federal Agent? I must say I found this hard to believe at first, but he was able to carry the role...I am not sure if it was because he has spent so much time in jail lately and that he learned his role simply through observation or if he really is a fine actor, but either way he was pretty good. Tommy Lee Jones was great as the head of his U.S. Marshal team (reassembled from "The Fugitive" cast) and Wesley Snipes was great as the new fugitive. Quick story premise...a plane carrying prisoners (okay a bit of "Con Air" here) crashes (much better than "Air Force One" did) and Wesley Snipes escapes (his escape was just as cool as Harrison Ford's was) into the woods only to be hounded and hunted by the Feds (just like Bill is). Tommy Lee Jones says `the U.S. Marshals always get their man' (maybe Ken Starr should see this movie) and in the end....Tommy Lee Jones _______! (HA...I am not going to tell you!) I found this film entertaining, funny, and some of the stunts totally creative. It was like watching Bruce Willis again from the original "Die Hard" movie. Bottom line...if you like action packed films involving Federal agents, then go see this one...if you want to see reality...then watch the news bites that Federal prosecutors toss out on CNN.

[--- Good ---]by  
Jan 25, 2000
Most sequals fail to come close to the original movie, U.S. Marshalls, a sequal to The Fugitive did a very good job preserving the characters and there original characterisics from The Fugitive, while depicting them in truely a new story. While certain scenes can be compaired to the The Fugative as a whole the movie did a good job creating it's own unique story.

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Jan 25, 2000
The first 40 minutes of this flick were enjoyable, the other 5 hours (that what it seemed like) were just plain boring.

The double wammie is that Robert Downey Jr. actually got paid for his role in this film. Yuck.

[--- See Now! ---]by  
Jan 25, 2000
Everyone (including me) thought that the sequel to the Fugitive wouldn't be anywhere nearly as good without Harrison Ford. I have to admit that I was wrong. Even though this movie is over 2 hours I wasn't bored for one moment. U.S. Marshalls has non-stop action and great performances from Tommy Lee Jones and Wesley Snipes. If you like thrills and surprises, do yourself a favor and go see this film

[--- Good ---]by  
Jan 25, 2000
I liked this movie, it wasn't close to the first one, but I liked it. This movie has a much more complex plot, instead of just the fugitive running. The huge stunts that were in the first movie are still on the mark in this one, as well as the actors. Tommy Lee Jones is perfect as the obsessed US marshall after Wesley Snipes. Jones and his team still provide lots of comic relief, and the movie needs it to keep its pace up. Overall I would give this movie *** out of ****

[--- See Now! ---]by  
Jan 25, 2000
I was so excited when I heard that Tommy Lee Jones was going to return as Samuel Gerard in a movie bringing back his character (Who could forget that great Peter Pan line, or all his other hilarious deliveries?). I couldn't wait to go see it. And thankfully, "US Marshals" lived up to my expectations. "US Marshals" was an excellent movie. Of course, it wasn't as good as "The Fugitive" but it was still very entertaining. The only thing that I didn't like was Wesley Snipes. He just wasn't the great character that Harrison Ford was in "The Fugitive." Of course, you really can't compare anyone to Harrison Ford, but anyways. There was one part that really upset me, but that would be a spoiler. Let's just say that you never thought it would happen. The plot was very good. I couldn't figure it out until the above upseting part. It keeps you guessing until close to the end of the movie! What was really great about the movie was that it wasn't another "Fugitive." It was it's own movie. And though it will never be as good as it's first part, it is still a great movie. I didn't think that I'd go to see another movie with "Titanic" still in the theaters, but after seeing "US Marshals" I can't wait to see Tommy Lee Jones and the rest of his original crew back in action again! They are such a great cast! My favorite characters are Samuel Gerard and Newman because they are just awesome in the movie! Tom Wood's character of Newman was something that I could really relate to and Tommy Lee, we'll he's just the best (right up there with Harrison Ford!). After watching this movie, you'll have to see "The Fugitive" again. Then you won't be able to wait until you can make it out to the theater one more time. I know I can't stop talking about it, it's plot, and it's entertaining characters!

[--- See Now! ---]by  
Jan 25, 2000
The fugitive is one of the 90´s best actionthrillers and when i heard that there is going to be a sequel I thought: Cool, it may be really good. And it really was too....

Tommy Lee Jones is one of Americas best actors and he is great even in this movie, Snipes is good too, but the best part has Robert Downey JR, he is just so great.

Nice action and actors, the only thing i can say is: It´s a KILLER!

[--- Good ---]by  
Jan 25, 2000
The only reason I don't give this movie a "see now" rating, is because it's probably already set to go on video, but it is an excellent sequel to the "Fugitive". Tommy Lee Jones is such a great actor, that you can literally feel his intensity on the screen. The movie starts very similar to thefugitive with the transportation of some prisoners, a crash, and thus leading to the "fugitive" (Mark Sheridan) played by Wesley Snipes. It lacks a little originality, but hey, what sequel doesn't? Snipes does a fine job in his role, and surprisingly, so does Robert Downey Jr. as a Federal Agent. Samuel Gerard (played by Jones) has his original crew back, and they are as humorous as ever, playing oneupmanship on each other. The plot is intense, but similar to others that I've seen in other movies. Nevertheless, it's played out very well. Does Gerard get his man? Who is his man? Check it out and see for yourself!!!

[--- Good ---]by  
Jan 25, 2000
REVIEW OF U.S. MARSHALLS

U.S. Marshalls is a semi-sequel, semi-spinoff of the blockbuster movie The Fugitive, which starred Harrison Ford (not around this time) and in his Oscar winning performance Tommy Lee Jones (The Client, Men in Black, Volcano). In The Fugitive, Harrison Ford played an innocent Fugitive being chased by a U.S. Marshall (Tommy Lee Jones) and his team. Ford was the star and Jones was the supporting actor. This time Jones is the star and the new innocent fugitive Wesley Snipes (Major League, Murder at 1600, Boiling Point) is the supporting actor. Wesley Snipes plays a man arrested for the murder of a couple of U.S. Marshalls. He is on a plane filled with other criminals, when the plane crashes, Snipes is able to pick his cuffs and make a daring escape, Jones was also aboard the plane and he begins the chase of not only Snipes but also of the truth. As far as I can remember most of Jones' team from The Fugitive returns. Robert Downey Jr. (Chaplin, Hearts and Souls, One Night Stand) co-stars as a U.S. Marshall who is determined even more than Jones to catch Snipes. Tommy Lee Jones gives a strong performance as the U.S. Marshall out to catch Snipes. Wesley Snipes who I've always felt is a very underrated actor gives a respectable performance along with Robert Downey Jr.'s respectable performance.
Grade: B-
Rating: PG-13 (violence, brief language)

May 12, 2003
Tommy Lee Jones reprise his performance in \"The Fugitive\" in a empty movie. \"U.S. Marshalls,\" is a dull action movie that goes nowhere. Even Wesley Snipes couldn\'t save this movie. It\'s a wrothless situation.
May 6, 2013

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