Con Air

1997 • Movie • 73,001 views

Action

Overview

Con Air is a 1997 action thriller film directed by Simon West, starring Nicolas Cage as Cameron Poe, a former Army Ranger who is being transported on a prison plane, the "Con Air." The plane is hijacked by a group of prisoners, led by Cyrus "The Virus" Grissom (John Malkovich). Poe must use his skills to stop the hijackers and save the other passengers. The film is a ridiculous, over-the-top action movie, with a star-studded cast including John Cusack, Steve Buscemi, and Ving Rhames. Con Air was a critical and commercial success, earning over $224 million worldwide. It is a cult classic, beloved for its cheesy dialogue, its memorable characters, and its explosive action sequences.