The Challenge
“He has trained every thought, every muscle, every nerve, for the moment of truth!”
5.9/ 10IMDb6.252
19821h 49mR
Overview
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.
Top-billed cast
Crew
- Director
- John Frankenheimer
- Writers
- John Sayles, Ivan Moffat, Richard Maxwell
- Producers
- Robert L. Rosen, Ron Beckman
- Production
- Poncher-Rosen-Beckman Productions, CBS Theatrical Films, Polyphony Digital
Frequently asked questions
What is The Challenge rated?
The Challenge has an audience rating of 5.9 out of 10 from 52 votes.
Who directed The Challenge?
The Challenge was directed by John Frankenheimer.
When was The Challenge released?
The Challenge was released in 1982.
