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Showdown in Little Tokyo (1991)

โ€œOne's a warrior. One's a wise guy. They're two L.A. cops going after a gang of drug lords. Feet first.โ€

6.4/10 ยท 543 votes 1h 19m r ActionComedyCrime

#51 of 63 films from 1991 #1319 of 2168 in action

Directed by Mark L. Lester ยท Written by Stephen Glantz, Caliope Brattlestreet

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Overview

An American with a Japanese upbringing, Chris Kenner is a police officer assigned to the Little Tokyo section of Los Angeles. Kenner is partnered with Johnny Murata, a Japanese-American who isn't in touch with his roots. Despite their differences, both men excel at martial arts, and utilize their formidable skills when they go up against Yoshida, a vicious yakuza drug dealer with ties to Kenner's past.

Cast

Dolph Lundgrenas Detective Kenner
Brandon Leeas Johnny Murata
Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawaas Yoshida
Tia Carrereas Minako
Philip Tanas Tanaka
Rodney Kageyamaas Eddie
Ernie Livelyas Detective Nelson
Reid Asatoas Muto
Renee Griffinas Angel
Takayo Fischeras Mama Yamaguchi
Simon Rheeas Ito
Vernee Watsonas Nonnie Russell - Coroner
Gerald Okamuraas Hagata, the Torturer
Toshishiro Obataas Sato

Facts

Release dateAugust 23, 1991
Runtime79 min (1h 19m) โ€” shorter as the 1991 average of 107 min
GenresAction, Comedy, Crime
LanguageEN
Budget$8,000,000
Box office$2,275,557 (0.3ร— budget)
IMDbtt0102915

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Questions

How long is Showdown in Little Tokyo?
Showdown in Little Tokyo runs 79 minutes (1h 19m), short enough for a weeknight.
Is Showdown in Little Tokyo worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.4/10 across 543 votes, which places it #51 of 63 films released in 1991 in this index (top 21%) and #1319 among 2168 action titles.
Who directed Showdown in Little Tokyo?
Showdown in Little Tokyo was directed by Mark L. Lester. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Commando (1985), Firestarter (1984).
Who stars in Showdown in Little Tokyo?
Dolph Lundgren as Detective Kenner; Brandon Lee as Johnny Murata; Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa as Yoshida; Tia Carrere as Minako; Philip Tan as Tanaka; Rodney Kageyama as Eddie.
What is Showdown in Little Tokyo rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Showdown in Little Tokyo?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/56338.

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