The action film 'Die Hard 2,' starring Bruce Willis, was released in theaters.
Bruce Willis reprised his role as John McClane in the action sequel 'Die Hard 2.'
John McClane arrives at Washington Dulles International Airport to pick up his wife, Holly.
A heavy snowstorm hits the airport, causing flight delays and complications with air traffic control.
A group of mercenaries led by Colonel Stuart seizes control of the airport's air traffic control tower and communication systems.
The terrorists hold airport personnel hostage, including the air traffic controllers, to enforce their demands.
John McClane discovers the terrorists' plan and starts to fight back against them to regain control of the airport.
The terrorists interfere with the landing systems, causing major danger to incoming flights, including one carrying McClane's wife.
John rescues the hostages and works to stop the terrorists' plan to allow a convicted drug lord to escape by plane.
McClane confronts Colonel Stuart and his men on the runway, battling to prevent the escape flight.
McClane prevents the terrorist's escape plan, allowing the plane carrying his wife to land safely.
