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The Quest (1996)

โ€œA lost city. A man of destiny. A test of honor.โ€

6.2/10 ยท 821 votes 1h 35m pg-13 ActionAdventureDrama

#70 of 95 films from 1996 #1537 of 2168 in action

Directed by Jean-Claude Van Damme ยท Written by Steve Klein, Paul Mones, Jean-Claude Van Damme, Frank Dux

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Overview

Ghang-gheng, the ancient winner-take-all competition in which the deadliest fighters from around the world employ the most spectacular feats of martial arts skills ever displayed in order to win the prized Golden Dragon. But fighting prowess alone will not be enough for Chris to triumph over such daunting foes.

Cast

Jean-Claude Van Dammeas Christopher Dubois
Roger Mooreas Lord Edgar Dobbs
James Remaras Maxie Devine
Jack McGeeas Harry Smythe
Louis Mandyloras Riggi
Ryan Cutronaas Officer O'Keefe
Ze'ev Revachas Turk Captain
Janet Gunnas Carrie Newton
Aki Aleongas Khao
Abdel Qissias Khan (Mongolian Fighter)
Shane Meieras Red
Peter Malotaas Spanish Fighter
Brick Bronskyas Russian Fighter
Nils Allen Stewartas Turkish Pirate

Facts

Release dateApril 19, 1996
Runtime95 min (1h 35m) โ€” shorter as the 1996 average of 109 min
GenresAction, Adventure, Drama
LanguageEN
Budget$30,000,000
Box office$57,400,547 (1.9ร— budget)
IMDbtt0117420

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Questions

How long is The Quest?
The Quest runs 95 minutes (1h 35m).
Is The Quest worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.2/10 across 821 votes, which places it #70 of 95 films released in 1996 in this index (top 27%) and #1537 among 2168 action titles.
Who directed The Quest?
The Quest was directed by Jean-Claude Van Damme.
Who stars in The Quest?
Jean-Claude Van Damme as Christopher Dubois; Roger Moore as Lord Edgar Dobbs; James Remar as Maxie Devine; Jack McGee as Harry Smythe; Louis Mandylor as Riggi; Ryan Cutrona as Officer O'Keefe.
What is The Quest rated?
It carries a pg-13 certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The Quest?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/30495.

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