The Challenge (1982)

07/23/1982 (JP) • 1h 49m

Action, Drama

He has trained every thought, every muscle, every nerve, for the moment of truth!

Overview

Rick, a down-and-out American boxer, is hired to transport a sword to Japan, unaware that the whole thing is a set up in a bitter blood-feud between two brothers, one who follows the traditional path of the samurai and the other a businessman. At the behest of the businessman, Rick undertakes samurai training from the other brother, but joins his cause. He also becomes romantically involved with the samurai's daughter.

Top Billed Cast


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Status

Released

Original Language

English

Budget

-

Revenue

$3,600,000.00

Keywords

japan

samurai

sword fight

aikido

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