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John McClane
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Creation & Design

John McClane was created by Roderick Thorp in the novel 'Nothing Lasts Forever', which was later adapted into the film 'Die Hard'.

Early Years

McClane is introduced as a New York City police officer who is estranged from his wife and struggling with his personal life while facing various criminal threats.

Character Development

Over the years, John McClane evolves from a reluctant hero to a seasoned veteran, facing increasingly complex threats while grappling with personal demons and the consequences of his actions.

Cultural Reception

John McClane is widely regarded as one of the greatest action heroes in film history, known for his everyman persona and resilience.

Character Details

Real Name:
Johnathan McClane
First Appearance:
Die Hard: Year One #1
Aliases:
Die Hard, Officer McClane
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
NYPD, Counter Terrorist Unit
Abilities:
Expert marksman, Hand-to-hand combat, Tactical thinking
Equipment:
Firearms, Walkie-talkie, Various improvised weapons
Weight:
180lbs
Height:
6' 1"
Eye Color:
brown
Hair Color:
dark brown

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Die Hard: Year One #1
BOOM! ⋅ 2009
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Die Hard: Year One #1
 
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Key Facts

Limited series about John McClane as a rookie cop

[December 2023 - a new Die Hard movie is rumored to be in development featuring a young John McClane]

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