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Duration
135 minutes

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A young boy watching an action film is suddenly pulled into the movie itself, in a spectacular twist. Meanwhile, the film’s antagonist escapes onto the real world, turning the situation into a chaotic, comedic adventure starring Arnold Schwarzenegger and Austin O'Brien.

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The programme in question is a comedy‑adventure movie that playfully twists the conventions of action cinema. It presents a hybrid of humour and high‑octane thrills, and its cast includes well‑known figures such as Arnold Schwarzenegger and young actor Austin O'Brien. The work is classified as a film rather than a series. The central narrative follows a boy who is watching an action picture when the boundaries between screen and reality blur. He is suddenly drawn into the world of the film he was viewing, while the movie’s on‑screen villain manages to break free and appear in the boy’s everyday environment, in a surprising turn. This reversal creates a comedic adventure that pits the ordinary life of the child against the exaggerated dangers of the cinematic antagonist. The story exploits the contrast between the two settings, allowing the hero and the villain to interact across the divide, which generates a series of playful and witty banter and action‑filled set‑pieces. The involvement of Arnold Schwarzenegger as the film’s larger‑than‑life hero and Austin O'Brien as the bewildered youngster reinforces the clash of worlds. Their characters navigate the strange situation together, delivering a light‑hearted yet adventurous experience that hinges on the premise of a movie character stepping out of the screen, and a touch of absurdity.

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Last Action Hero broadcasts on Sky Cinema Action HD at 2:00am, Monday, 9 February 2026. (Subtitles)

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Production Details

Year1993
Runtime125 mins
DirectorJohn McTiernan

Cast & Crew

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F Murray Abrahamas John Practice
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Austin O'Brienas Danny Madigan
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Tom Noonanas Ripper
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Art Carneyas Frank
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Arnold Schwarzeneggeras Jack Slater
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Anthony Quinnas Vivaldi
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Frank McRaeas Dekker
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Charles Danceas Benedict