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Jungle cannibals, hidden WWII gold, and a deadly treasure hunt decades in the making.

INVADERS OF THE LOST GOLD

1982 · 1h 30m · NR · Adventure / Horror / War · IMDB TMDB

A group of Japanese WWII soldiers transporting a gold shipment are captured and fight against a savage cannibal tribe. Years later, an expedition heads back into the jungle to locate the lost gold.

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What is Invaders of the Lost Gold about?

Invaders of the Lost Gold is a 1982 Hong Kong adventure-horror film directed by Alan Birkinshaw about a group seeking hidden WWII gold in the Philippine jungle, where they face cannibal tribes and perilous dangers.

Programmer's Pick

Between cannibal encounters and lost gold fever, Invaders of the Lost Gold packs both jungle peril and pulp adventure into a single sweaty trek. If you like your treasure hunts with a body count and a dash of nudity, this one doesn't skimp on either.

— SassyFlix Programmer

Overview

During World War II, a group of Japanese soldiers transport gold through the dangerous jungles of the Philippines. Their mission turns into a nightmare when they are captured by a fierce cannibal tribe, leading to a bloody confrontation with deadly consequences. Only a handful survive, hiding the treasure deep in the jungle. Decades later, a new expedition sets out to recover the lost gold, braving the treacherous wilderness and the lingering threats that still lurk in the shadows. Mixing adventure, horror, and war, the film delivers a tense jungle quest where survival is anything but guaranteed.

Details & Specs

Director
Alan Birkinshaw
Writers
Bill James, Alan Birkinshaw
Release
1982
Runtime
1h 30m
Country
Hong Kong
Language
English
Genres
Adventure, Horror, War
Also Known As
Greed, Söldner des Todes, Invaders of the Lost Gold, Paluuta ei ole, Kynigoi tou hamenou hrysou, Safari senza ritorno, Los aventureros del oro perdido, Safari cannibal, Les aventuriers de l'or perdu, Los cazadores del oro perdido, Utan återvändo

Cast & Crew

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Director: Alan Birkinshaw Writers: Bill James +1 more
Stuart Whitman Stuart Whitman Mark Forrest Edmund Purdom Edmund Purdom Rex Larson Woody Strode Woody Strode Cal Harold Sakata Harold Sakata Tobachi Laura Gemser Laura Gemser Maria Glynis Barber Glynis Barber Janice Jefferson DD David De Martyn Douglas Jefferson MC Mike Cohen Boat Captain Junix Inocian Junix Inocian Fernando PD Protacio Dee Col. Susumo Yakuchi KW Ken Watanabe Lt. Toyoda

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Why Cult

Cannibal Tribe Terror

The jungle isn't just a backdrop—it's home to a lethal cannibal tribe that turns a treasure hunt into a fight for survival.

Hidden WWII Gold

Stakes run high as characters risk everything for a fortune buried since the chaos of World War II.

Jungle Survival Challenge

The expedition faces not only human threats but also the raw, unforgiving elements of the Philippine jungle.

Sensational Exploitation Elements

Nudity, dismemberment, and cannibalism—this film serves up a buffet of exploitation cinema staples.

Scene Gallery

Threat File

Trigger

Japanese soldiers transporting gold through the jungle

Threat

Cannibal tribe

Effect

Dismemberment and death of soldiers and expedition members

Setting

Philippine jungle

Questions from the Vault

When was Invaders of the Lost Gold released? +

Invaders of the Lost Gold was released in 1982.

Who directed Invaders of the Lost Gold? +

The film was directed by Alan Birkinshaw.

How long is Invaders of the Lost Gold? +

The runtime of Invaders of the Lost Gold is 90 minutes.

What genre is Invaders of the Lost Gold? +

Invaders of the Lost Gold is an adventure, horror, and war film.

Where can I watch Invaders of the Lost Gold? +

Invaders of the Lost Gold is available to stream on SassyFlix.

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