description The Quest Overview
The Quest, released in 1996, stars Jean-Claude Van Damme as a New York thief enslaved by Lord Dobbs. Dubois undertakes a journey involving Muay Thai training and a Tibetan martial arts tournament to regain his liberty. The film’s setting is 1925 and features Roger Moore and James Remar among the cast.
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info The Quest Specifications
| Country | United States |
| Year | 1996 |
help The Quest FAQ
Is The Quest Jean-Claude Van Damme's first movie as a director?
Yes, The Quest (1996) was Van Damme's directorial debut, and he also stars as street thief Chris Dubois. It came a decade into his career as an action lead.
Does Roger Moore play a role in The Quest?
Yes, former James Bond actor Roger Moore plays Lord Dobbs, the character who essentially sells Dubois into the situation that leads him to the tournament. James Remar also appears as the fighter who trains him.
Is The Quest just another Bloodsport?
The premise is very similar to Bloodsport (1988): a Westerner enters a secretive, multi-national fighting tournament, here the Ghang-gheng in the 'Lost City.' The Quest differs mainly in its period setting — the story takes place in 1925, moving from New York to Tibet.
What year is The Quest set in and what is Dubois trying to win back?
The film is set in 1925, and Dubois — kidnapped and sold by Lord Dobbs — fights in the Tibetan tournament to win his freedom. It's rated PG-13, consistent with Van Damme's mainstream releases of the era.
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