American Ninja
"The deadliest art of the Orient is now in the hands of an American."
Storyline
Joe Armstrong, an orphaned drifter with little respect for much other than martial arts, finds himself on an American Army base in the Philippines after a judge gives him a choice of enlistment or prison. On one of his first missions driving a convoy, his platoon is attacked by a group of rebels who try to steal the weapons the platoon is transporting and kidnap the base colonel's daughter.
Budget
$1M
Box Office
$10M
Keywords
Production
The Cannon GroupCast
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch American Ninja?+
American Ninja is available to stream on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Philo, MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel, YouTube TV, MGM Plus. Availability may vary by region.
When was American Ninja released?+
American Ninja was released on August 30, 1985.
Who directed American Ninja?+
American Ninja was directed by Sam Firstenberg.
Who stars in American Ninja?+
The main cast of American Ninja includes Michael Dudikoff, Steve James, Judie Aronson, Guich Koock.
How long is American Ninja?+
American Ninja has a runtime of 1h 35m.
What genre is American Ninja?+
American Ninja is classified as Action, Adventure.
What is the rating of American Ninja?+
American Ninja has an average audience rating of 6.0 out of 10, based on 490 votes.
How to watch American Ninja online?+
You can watch American Ninja (1985) online by streaming it on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Philo, MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel, YouTube TV, MGM Plus. Streaming availability may vary depending on your region and subscription.
Is American Ninja available on any streaming platform?+
Yes, American Ninja is currently available to stream on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Philo, MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel, YouTube TV, MGM Plus. Check the platform for the latest availability in your country.
What is the OTT release date of American Ninja?+
American Ninja had its theatrical/initial release on August 30, 1985. Its OTT (streaming) release date will be listed here once a platform confirms it.
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