The Package (1989)

6.4R103 minDirector: Andrew Davis

1989 film by Andrew Davis

The Package is a 1989 American political action thriller film directed by Andrew Davis and written by John Bishop. It stars Gene Hackman, Joanna Cassidy, Tommy Lee Jones, with John Heard, Dennis Franz, and Reni Santoni in supporting roles.

Set during the Cold War, the film depicts the U.S. and Soviet governments as they are about to sign a disarmament treaty, to completely eliminate nuclear weapons. However, elements within each country's military are vehemently opposed to such a plan and determined to stop it at all costs.

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What is The Package about?
The Package (1989) — Johnny Gallagher, a sergeant, is sent from Germany with a prisoner. The prisoner escapes from the men's room at National Airport and Hackman begins his search for his man. Enlisting the help of his ex-wife and various old friends, he finds that the prisoner is part of a plot by s
Is The Package based on a true story?
See the production background and source material details on the official Wikipedia article.
Is The Package scary?
Content rating: R. See the reviews tab for parental guidance and tone notes.
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