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The Challenge
“He has trained every thought, every muscle, every nerve, for the moment of truth!”
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The Challenge at a glance
The Challenge is a 1982 action and drama film, running 1h 49m. Its current release status is “Released”. Age rating: R in the United Kingdom.
In the United Kingdom it is listed on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
Rated R in the United Kingdom — intended for adults. Expect the themes and content that rating covers.
All key facts8
- Type
- Feature film
- Released
- 1982-07-23
- Runtime
- 1h 49m
- Genres
- Action, Drama
- Director
- John Frankenheimer
- Original language
- English
- Status
- Released
- TMDB rating
- 5.9 / 10 · 55 votes
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Synopsis
Feature filmRick, 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.
Cast
14 names
Scott GlennRick
Toshirō MifuneToru Yoshida
Donna Kei BenzAkiko Yoshida
Atsuo NakamuraHideo Yoshida
Calvin JungAndo
Clyde KusatsuGo
Sab ShimonoToshio YoshidaKiyoaki NagaiKubo
Kenta FukasakuJiro
Shōgo ShimadaToru Yoshida's Father
Yoshio InabaInstructor
Seiji MiyaguchiOld Man
Miiko TakaToru Yoshida's WifeAkio KamedaBoxer
Questions about The Challenge
Quick answersWhere can I watch The Challenge in the United Kingdom?
In the United Kingdom, The Challenge is listed on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video. Use the country selector above the facts to see another market — streaming rights differ by country.
Is The Challenge suitable for children?
The Challenge is rated R in the United Kingdom. That rating covers the themes and content levels set by the local classifier, so use it together with your own judgement for younger viewers.
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What is The Challenge about?
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…
How long is The Challenge?
The Challenge runs for 1h 49m. The certification and runtime come from TMDB and can differ by region.
Can I watch the The Challenge trailer?
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