Kickboxer 1989
“An ancient sport becomes a deadly game.”
What is Kickboxer?
Kickboxer is a film first released in 1989. Catalogued under Action, Thriller, Drama.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1989
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 98 minutes
- Release date
- Apr 20, 1989
- Studios
- Kings Road Entertainment, The Cannon Group
- Genres
- Action, Thriller, Drama
- Updated
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Overview
Kickboxer is a film first released in 1989. Catalogued under Action, Thriller, Drama. Status: Released. A full overview for this page is being written and will appear here once verified against sources.
Should you watch it?
“An American champion battles a deadly Thai fighter in a high‑stakes martial‑arts showdown.”
- Dynamic fight choreography starring Jean‑Claude Van Damme
- Authentic kickboxing competition backdrop
- Classic 80s martial‑arts atmosphere
- Violent combat scenes may be intense for sensitive viewers
- Revenge‑driven plot offers limited character depth
Watch it if you enjoy classic 80s martial‑arts action and high‑octane tournament drama.
The film features graphic fight violence and a revenge‑driven storyline, suitable for mature audiences.
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Who directed Kickboxer?
Kickboxer was directed by David Worth.
Who stars as the main kickboxer?
Jean‑Claude Van Damme stars as Eric Sloane, with former champion Dennis Alexio also featured.
When was the film released?
Kickboxer was released in the United States on September 9, 1989.
What is the runtime of the film?
The film runs approximately 1 hour and 38 minutes.
What genres does Kickboxer belong to?
It is classified as an action, thriller, and drama film with a strong martial‑arts focus.