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The central idea of the movie "Die Hard" is the story of an ordinary, unheroic police officer who finds himself alone against a group of heavily armed and organized terrorists in a confined, isolated environment, using only his wits, resourcefulness, and sheer persistence to survive and save the hostages. The film is set on Christmas Eve, when New York City police officer John McClane (Bruce Willis) travels to Los Angeles to reconcile with his estranged wife, Holly Gennero (Bonnie Bedelia), at her corporate Christmas party in the Nakatomi Plaza skyscraper.

Suddenly, a group of ostensibly terrorists, led by the charismatic and intelligent Hans Gruber (Alan Rickman), seizes the building, taking the attendees hostage, including Holly. McClane, who is not among the hostages and has no way to call for immediate backup, is forced to act alone. Barefoot and without reinforcements, McClane uses his police skills (toughness, cunning, adaptability) and his intimate knowledge of the building to harass the terrorists, eliminate them one by one, and protect the hostages. The film redefined the action movie genre by focusing on a vulnerable, human hero rather than a superhuman one, and is renowned for its intense suspense, iconic villain, and McClane's unforgettable one-liners.

The "Die Hard" films feature an iconic cast of characters, many of whom have become synonymous with the action movie genre. The main characters and the actors who portray them include:

• John McClane: The central protagonist, a cynical, tough-talking, yet deeply human NYPD detective who constantly finds himself in the wrong place at the wrong time. He's known for his one-liners, his ability to survive impossible situations, and being a "regular" hero.
• Portrayed by Bruce Willis in all films.
• Hans Gruber: The brilliant, charismatic, and ruthless main antagonist of the first film. A sophisticated thief masquerading as a terrorist. His intelligence and composure make him one of the most memorable villains in cinema history.
• Portrayed by Alan Rickman (Die Hard).
• Holly Gennero-McClane: John McClane's estranged wife, a successful executive. She is intelligent, resourceful, and unafraid to confront danger.
• Portrayed by Bonnie Bedelia (Die Hard, Die Hard 2).
• Sergeant Al Powell: A down-to-earth LAPD police officer who becomes McClane's sole radio contact and ally in the first film. They develop a strong bond, and Powell provides comic relief and human connection.
• Portrayed by Reginald VelJohnson (Die Hard, Die Hard 2).
• Main Antagonists of Sequels (e.g., Colonel Stuart / Simon Gruber): The primary antagonists in "Die Hard 2" and "Die Hard with a Vengeance," respectively, continuing the tradition of intelligent and calculating adversaries.
• Colonel Stuart: Portrayed by William Sadler (Die Hard 2).
• Simon Gruber (Hans's brother): Portrayed by Jeremy Irons (Die Hard with a Vengeance).
• McClane's Supporting Allies (e.g., Matthew Farrell & Lucy Gennero-McClane): Additional allies McClane gains in later films, bringing a new generation of characters into the story.
• Matt Farrell: Portrayed by Justin Long (Live Free or Die Hard).
• Lucy Gennero-McClane: McClane's daughter, portrayed by Mary Elizabeth Winstead (Live Free or Die Hard, A Good Day to Die Hard).

The "Die Hard" film series consists of five main movies. Here is their chronological order:

• Die Hard (1988): The film that launched the franchise, set in the Nakatomi Plaza skyscraper.
• Die Hard 2 (1990): Also known as "Die Hard 2: Die Harder," it's set in an airport during Christmas.
• Die Hard with a Vengeance (1995): John McClane is targeted by a terrorist in New York City, forced to solve riddles.
• Live Free or Die Hard (2007): Released in the UK as "Die Hard 4.0." McClane faces cyber-terrorists threatening U.S. infrastructure.
• A Good Day to Die Hard (2013): McClane travels to Russia to assist his estranged son.