Blue Thunder
Los Angeles, California. Officer Murphy, a veteran Metropolitan Police helicopter pilot suffering from severe trauma due to his harsh experiences during the Vietnam War, and Lymangood, his resourceful new partner, are tasked with testing an advanced and heavily armed experimental chopper known as Blue Thunder.
Release Year
1983
Runtime
110 min
Audience Score
6.2
Genres
Drama, Action, Thriller
Story Snapshot
Los Angeles, California. Officer Murphy, a veteran Metropolitan Police helicopter pilot suffering from severe trauma due to his harsh experiences during the Vietnam War, and Lymangood, his resourceful new partner, are tasked with testing an advanced and heavily armed experimental chopper known as Blue Thunder.
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Blue Thunder is a intense pick with medium complexity, which makes it a strong option when you want something that feels specific instead of generic.
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