Die Hard - Characters & Cast

Primarily motivated by the need to save his wife and reconcile his family, though he eventually takes on the responsibility of saving all hostages.

McClane evolves from an embittered, prideful husband into a humble man willing to sacrifice his life and apologize for his mistakes. He transitions from a 'cop on vacation' to a relentless survivor.

Acquiring $640 million in bearer bonds while using political terrorism as a smoke screen for his greed.

Hans remains static in his arrogance until the very end, where his carefully curated persona of a 'revolutionary' is stripped away to reveal a simple thief. He loses control as McClane disrupts his 'perfect' plan.

Guided by a sense of duty and an instinctive trust in the mysterious 'cowboy' on the radio.

Haunted by the accidental shooting of a child, Powell starts the film behind a desk. Through his radio bond with McClane, he finds the courage to draw his weapon again to protect his friend at the end.