URGENT UPDATE: Bruce Willis’ notorious 1991 film, Hudson Hawk, is now available for free streaming on PlutoTV for just three days this holiday season! Don’t miss your chance to see this infamous flop that has become a cult classic.
As the clock ticks down, fans and curious viewers alike have the opportunity to explore why Hudson Hawk has gained such a polarizing reputation. Bruce Willis, at the height of his action star fame, co-created this film with musician Robert Kraft, blending comedy with high-stakes heists. Released on May 23, 1991, the movie was intended to be a low-budget comedy but ultimately ballooned to an astonishing production cost of $65 million.
The film’s plot follows Eddie Hawkins, aka “Hudson Hawk,” played by Willis, a master safe-cracker who is blackmailed by the Mafia and the CIA into pulling off an elaborate art heist. However, he soon finds himself entangled in a grand scheme for global domination involving a Leonardo da Vinci invention capable of turning lead into gold.
Despite its ambitious premise, Hudson Hawk only grossed $17 million in the U.S. but surprisingly racked up $80 million globally, finding success on home video. The film’s slapstick humor and quirky twists did not sit well with audiences expecting another Die Hard-style action flick, leading to a poor reception from critics.
In the years following its release, Willis faced a series of cinematic misfires, but he rebounded with successful roles in Death Becomes Her and Pulp Fiction. Now, Hudson Hawk stands as both a cautionary tale and an entertaining adventure worth revisiting.
Don’t wait! This exclusive free streaming opportunity on PlutoTV ends soon. Dive into the chaos of Hudson Hawk and see if it lives up to its infamous legacy.
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