While technically designed for counter-terrorism and security ahead of the 1984 Los Angeles Olympics, Murphy quickly discovers the helicopter's true purpose. It is a tool for illegal domestic espionage and federal overreach. When Murphy records a sinister government conspiracy involving his sadistic military rival, Colonel F.E. Cochrane (Malcolm McDowell), he steals the helicopter to expose the truth. This triggers a spectacular, destructive aerial chase through the skyscrapers of Los Angeles.
Whether you are watching it for the first time or revisiting a childhood favorite, finding a crisp, reliable version of Blue Thunder (1983) is the best way to appreciate the practical stunts, the intense performances, and the sheer audacity of this classic thriller. Blue Thunder -1983- -- DVD 5
: A more recent European release found on Amazon Germany that maintains the standard film runtime of approximately 109 minutes . DVD vs. Other Media DVD (Standard) Blu-ray (Special Edition) Resolution 480p (NTSC) / 576p (PAL) 1080p High Definition Capacity DVD-5 (4.7GB) or DVD-9 (8.5GB) BD-50 (50GB) Audio Dolby Digital 5.1 Dolby TrueHD 5.1 Extras Varies by edition Often includes full documentaries and commentaries Cochrane (Malcolm McDowell), he steals the helicopter to