American Ninja
“The deadliest art of the Orient is now in the hands of an American.”
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About
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.
Cast
Michael Dudikoff
as Pvt. Joe Armstrong
Steve James
as Cpl. Curtis Jackson
Judie Aronson
as Patricia Hickock
Guich Koock
as Col. William T. Hickock
John Fujioka
as Shinyuki
Don Stewart
as Victor Ortega
John LaMotta
as MSgt. Rinaldo
Tadashi Yamashita
as Black Star Ninja
Phillip Brock
as Pvt. Charley Madison
Tony Carreon
as Older Colombian
Roi Vinzon
as Younger Colombian
Richard Norton
as MP
Henry Strzalkowski
as Bit Part (uncredited)
Nick Nicholson
as Duty Officer
Eric Hahn
as Supply Sergeant
Jim Gaines
as Trucker
Greg Rocero
as Bodyguard
Berto Spoor
as Bodyguard
Jerry Bailey
as Head Hijacker
Rohy Batliwala
as Truck Driver
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Stream American Ninja online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A talked-about action and adventure movie originally produced in English and released in 1985, it's earned a solid 6.0/10 from 486 viewers worldwide.
About American Ninja
“The deadliest art of the Orient is now in the hands of an American.”
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. Running 95 minutes.
American Ninja Cast and Characters
The cast features Michael Dudikoff (as Pvt. Joe Armstrong), Steve James (as Cpl. Curtis Jackson), Judie Aronson (as Patricia Hickock), Guich Koock (as Col. William T. Hickock), and John Fujioka (as Shinyuki). Their performances are a major reason American Ninja has built such a passionate audience.
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▶ Watch American Ninja NowWhy People Are Watching American Ninja
American Ninja flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is action sequences that don't feel cheap. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.
Frequently Asked Questions about American Ninja
Where can I watch American Ninja online for free?
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How long is American Ninja?
American Ninja runs for 95 minutes (about 1.6 hours).
Is American Ninja good? What's the rating?
American Ninja holds a 6.0/10 rating based on 486 reviews — a niche pick worth checking out.
Who is in the cast of American Ninja?
The main cast includes Michael Dudikoff, Steve James, Judie Aronson, and Guich Koock, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is American Ninja available in English?
Yes — American Ninja was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.
When was American Ninja released?
American Ninja was released in 1985.
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Where can I watch American Ninja for free?
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What is American Ninja about?
American Ninja is a Action/Adventure English-language film. 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.
When was American Ninja released?
American Ninja was released on August 30, 1985. It has a runtime of 1h 35m. The film was produced by The Cannon Group.
Who stars in American Ninja?
American Ninja stars Michael Dudikoff, Steve James, Judie Aronson and Guich Koock. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is American Ninja available in HD?
Yes, American Ninja is available to stream in high definition (HD) on Bowood.TV. Our players automatically deliver the best quality your connection supports — no extra setup needed.