| Random objects explode | Bad guy explains his plan in detail to hero | Government official turns out to be evil | Vietnam veteran | Kidnapped relative |
| Bad guy is English | Nosy Journalist | Car that doesn't start on first try | Unnecessary slow-mo | Helicopter. |
| Good guy is missed by hundreds of bullets | Ethnic minority sidekick | ACTION MOVIE CLICHE BINGO (free square) | Cop eating donuts | Hacks into Government files |
| Villain has a Goatee | Good guy realizes he loves ex-wife | Digital clock on bomb | Good guy outruns nature | Someone in a Ventilation Duct |
| Someone declares themselves "too old for this" | Cop threatened with suspension | Annoying character becomes hero | Cop close to retirement | Runs up/down stairs |