The Challenge

1982 | 109 minutes | 5.9 ★ (44)

The Challenge
  • 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.

  • Release Date

    23 July 1982

  • DirectingJohn Frankenheimer
  • Budget

    $0.00

  • Revenue

    $3,600,000.00

  • Stars

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