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Big Trouble in Little China 1986

“Jack Burton's in for some serious trouble and you're in for some serious fun.”

★ 7.2/10 · 3,409 votes PG-13 ActionAdventureComedyFantasy Released
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What is Big Trouble in Little China?

"Big Trouble in Little China" is a supernatural action film that follows the adventures of a truck driver. The protagonist, a truck driver, is involved in a situation with his best friend Wang Chi and his fiancée.

Type
Film
Year
1986
Status
Released
Runtime
100 minutes
Release date
May 30, 1986
Original language
EN
Origin
United States of America
Studios
Taft Entertainment Pictures, 20th Century Fox, SLM Production Group
Budget
$25,000,000
Revenue
$11,102,672
Genres
Action, Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy
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"Big Trouble in Little China" is a supernatural action film that follows the adventures of a truck driver. The protagonist, a truck driver, is involved in a situation with his best friend Wang Chi and his fiancée. Wang Chi's fiancée is taken by henchmen of a sorcerer, Lo Pan, who has a specific requirement to return to the human realm. Lo Pan must marry a woman with a specific physical characteristic in order to achieve his goal. The film centers around the truck driver's involvement in this situation, as he tries to help his friend and foil Lo Pan's plans. The story takes place in a setting that combines elements of the supernatural and the real world, with a focus on action and adventure. The film's plot revolves around the truck driver's efforts to rescue Wang Chi's fiancée and thwart Lo Pan's intentions.

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Should you watch it?

“A truck driver gets caught in a supernatural battle to rescue his friend's fiancée.”

Reasons to watch
  • Features a supernatural battle plot
  • Combines action, comedy, and fantasy
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  • Rated PG-13

Watch it if you enjoy 1986 fantasy action-comedy films involving supernatural battles.

The film is rated PG-13.

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Frequently asked questions

When was Big Trouble in Little China released?

It was released on 07/02/1986 in the US.

Who directed the film?

The film was directed by John Carpenter.

What is the runtime of the film?

The runtime is 1 hour and 40 minutes.

What genres are associated with the movie?

It is classified under action, adventure, comedy, and fantasy.

Who is the main character?

The main character is truck driver Jack Burton.