The Challenge (1982)
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.
Where to watch The Challenge
| Country | Stream | Rent | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV, Fandango At Home | Amazon Video, Apple TV, Fandango At Home |
| United Kingdom | — | Apple TV, Amazon Video | Apple TV, Amazon Video |
| Canada | — | Apple TV | Apple TV |
| Australia | — | Apple TV | Apple TV |
| Ireland | — | Amazon Video | Amazon Video |
| New Zealand | — | Apple TV | Apple TV |
| Spain | Filmin | Amazon Video | Amazon Video |
Streaming availability from JustWatch via TMDB, which also lists The Challenge in 5 more countries. Catalogues change often, so check the provider before subscribing.
What is The Challenge about?
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. The Challenge is a Action, Drama movie, released on 1982-07-23, runtime 109 minutes.
Is The Challenge worth watching?
TMDB users rate The Challenge 5.9 out of 10 from 54 ratings. Reviews are mixed.
Where can I watch The Challenge?
In Spain, The Challenge streams on Filmin and can be rented from Amazon Video. The table on this page lists 6 more countries. Movie World also lists the official trailer, online streaming sources and links to external sources on this page.
Directed by
John Frankenheimer
Cast
- Scott Glenn as Rick
- Toshirō Mifune as Toru Yoshida
- Donna Kei Benz as Akiko Yoshida
- Atsuo Nakamura as Hideo Yoshida
- Calvin Jung as Ando
- Clyde Kusatsu as Go
- Sab Shimono as Toshio Yoshida
- Kiyoaki Nagai as Kubo
- Kenta Fukasaku as Jiro
- Shōgo Shimada as Toru Yoshida's Father
- Yoshio Inaba as Instructor
- Seiji Miyaguchi as Old Man
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Sources
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