description American Ninja Overview
American Ninja, released in 1985, is a martial arts action film directed by Sam Firstenberg and starring Michael Dudikoff. Produced by Cannon Films, the movie initiated the American Ninja franchise and achieved commercial success despite mixed critical reception. It subsequently gained recognition as a cult film.
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info American Ninja Specifications
| Country | United States |
| Year | 1985 |
help American Ninja FAQ
Who plays Joe Armstrong in American Ninja?
Michael Dudikoff plays Joe Armstrong, an American soldier with exceptional martial-arts skill, and Steve James plays his partner Curtis Jackson. Sam Firstenberg directed the 1985 Cannon Films production.
Is American Ninja the first film in a series?
Yes, it is the first of four original American Ninja films. The direct sequel is American Ninja 2: The Confrontation, released in 1987, followed by American Ninja 3: Blood Hunt and American Ninja 4: The Annihilation.
What is the plot of American Ninja?
Joe Armstrong is assigned to escort a military convoy in the Philippines and becomes involved in attacks by a ninja force and a weapons-smuggling plot. The film combines an Army setting with Cannon’s martial-arts action style.
Was Michael Dudikoff a trained martial artist before American Ninja?
No, AFI records that Dudikoff had no previous martial-arts training when he replaced the originally discussed Chuck Norris for the role of Joe. His performance was supported by the film’s stunt and fight team.
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