U.S. Marshals
U.S. Marshal Sam Gerard is accompanying a plane load of convicts from Chicago to New York. The plane crashes spectacularly, and Mark Sheridan escapes. But when Diplomatic Security Agent John Royce is assigned to help Gerard recapture Sheridan, it becomes clear that Sheridan is more than just another murderer.
Working with a moderate budget of $60.0M, the film achieved a steady performer with $102.4M in global revenue (+71% profit margin).
Characters
Cast & narrative archetypes
Samuel Gerard
Mark Sheridan
John Royce
Marie Bineaux
Cosmo Renfro
Noah Newman
Bobby Biggs
Savannah Garrison
Main Cast & Characters
Samuel Gerard
Played by Tommy Lee Jones
Chief Deputy U.S. Marshal leading the manhunt for fugitive Mark Sheridan with relentless determination and sharp instincts.
Mark Sheridan
Played by Wesley Snipes
DSS agent framed for murder who escapes custody to prove his innocence while evading capture.
John Royce
Played by Robert Downey Jr.
State Department DSS agent assigned to help capture Sheridan but harboring hidden motives and loyalties.
Marie Bineaux
Played by Irène Jacob
Diplomatic Security Service agent who becomes romantically involved with Sheridan while he's on the run.
Cosmo Renfro
Played by Joe Pantoliano
Deputy U.S. Marshal and Gerard's right-hand man, providing technical expertise and loyal support.
Noah Newman
Played by Tom Wood
Deputy U.S. Marshal on Gerard's team, providing investigative support and field assistance.
Bobby Biggs
Played by LaTanya Richardson Jackson
Deputy U.S. Marshal known for his street smarts and tactical capabilities on Gerard's team.
Savannah Garrison
Played by Irene Roseen
Deputy U.S. Marshal who provides sharp investigative work and field support.