The Challenge
1982, English. Directed by John Frankenheimer.
He has trained every thought, every muscle, every nerve, for the moment of truth!
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.
- Runtime
- 1h 49m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Snoozefest
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5.9/10 from 53 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Challenge
The Challenge isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 23 July 1982
- Country
- Japan, United States of America
- Written by
- John Sayles, Ivan Moffat, Richard Maxwell
- Box office
- $3.6M
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The Challenge: quick answers
Is The Challenge worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.9/10 from 53 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Challenge?
The Challenge runs 109 minutes (1h 49m).
Does The Challenge have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Challenge. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Challenge parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Challenge is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Challenge on?
The Challenge isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
What movies are like The Challenge?
If you liked The Challenge, try Beast, Jawbone, Never Back Down: No Surrender.
Who directed The Challenge?
The Challenge (1982) was directed by John Frankenheimer and stars Scott Glenn, Toshirō Mifune, Donna Kei Benz.