On Deadly Ground (1994) is an action-adventure film that marks Steven Seagal's directorial debut. The movie follows Forrest Taft (Seagal), an expert in oil-fire suppression working for Aegis Oil in Alaska. Upon discovering his employer's corrupt practices and environmental violations, Taft turns against the company to protect the land and its indigenous people. The film combines action sequences with an environmental message, as Taft battles to prevent ecological disaster. Main Cast: Steven Seagal as Forrest Taft Michael Caine as Michael Jennings Joan Chen as Masu John C. McGinley as MacGruder R. Lee Ermey as Stone Shari Shattuck as Liles Billy Bob Thornton as Homer Carlton Richard Hamilton as Hugh Palmer Chief Irvin Brink as Silook John Trudell as Johnny Redfeather The film was released by Warner Bros. and has a runtime of 101 minutes. It grossed approximately $78.1 million worldwide on a $50 million budget. While it received mixed reviews, it stands out for its combination of action and environmental themes.
