The Challenge
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.
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The Challenge
- Overview
- Cast
- Crew
- Recommendations
Status
Released
Release Date
Jul 23, 1982
Runtime
1h 49m
Genres
Action, Drama
User Score
59%
Original Title
The Challenge
Production Companies
Poncher-Rosen-Beckman Productions, CBS Theatrical Films, Embassy Pictures, Polyphony Digital
Director
John Frankenheimer
Revenue
$3,600,000
Description
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.