Movie

The Challenge

“He has trained every thought, every muscle, every nerve, for the moment of truth!”

★ 5.9(52)19821h 49m

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Good to know

Director: John Frankenheimer
Release date: 1982-07-23
Runtime: 1h 49m
Language: Japanese
Box office: $3,600,000
Status: Released
Country: Japan
Studio: Poncher-Rosen-Beckman Productions

The Challenge — trailer

About The Challenge

The Challenge is a 1982 movie in the Action and Drama genres, directed by John Frankenheimer, starring Scott Glenn, Toshirō Mifune and Donna Kei Benz. It has a runtime of 1 hour 49 minutes. It holds an average rating of 5.9/10 from 52 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Challenge in Mexico — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

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.

Cast

Scott Glenn

Rick

Toshirō Mifune

Toru Yoshida

Donna Kei Benz

Akiko Yoshida

Atsuo Nakamura

Hideo Yoshida

Calvin Jung

Ando

Clyde Kusatsu

Sab Shimono

Toshio Yoshida

Kiyoaki Nagai

Kubo

Kenta Fukasaku

Jiro

Shōgo Shimada

Toru Yoshida's Father

Yoshio Inaba

Instructor

Seiji Miyaguchi

Old Man

Themes & keywords

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Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Challenge in Mexico?+

The Challenge is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Mexico. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Challenge on Netflix?+

The Challenge is not on Netflix in Mexico right now.

How long is The Challenge?+

The Challenge has a runtime of 1 hour 49 minutes (109 minutes).

Who stars in The Challenge?+

The Challenge stars Scott Glenn, Toshirō Mifune, Donna Kei Benz, Atsuo Nakamura and Calvin Jung.

When did The Challenge come out?+

The Challenge is a 1982 movie directed by John Frankenheimer.

What genre is The Challenge?+

The Challenge is Action and Drama film.

Who directed The Challenge?+

The Challenge was directed by John Frankenheimer.