Twin musclemen on opposite sides of the law join forces to crack a diamond heist.
DOUBLE TROUBLE
Two beefed-up twins (played by the Paul brothers, Peter and David, who have appeared in several programmers as The Barbarian Brothers) operating on opposing sides of the law, team up to stop a nefarious crook in this actioner. Peter Jade is a notoriously arrogant burglar who ends up with the key to an enormous underground cache of diamonds. David Jade is a cop who joins forces with Peter after greedy Philip Chamberlain, wanting the diamonds for himself, kills David's partner
Quick Answer
Double Trouble is a 1992 American action-comedy-romance film directed by John Paragon about twin brothers—one a cop, one a crook—who team up to stop a criminal organization after a stolen circuit board becomes the key to a diamond heist.
Programmer's Pick
If you’ve ever wondered what happens when two musclebound brothers—one lawman, one lawbreaker—collide over diamonds and bad guys, Double Trouble delivers the goods in pure B-action form. The Paul brothers flex their comedic timing and their biceps, with wisecracks flying almost as fast as the fists.
— SassyFlix Programmer
Overview
Why This Matters
Featuring the 'Barbarian Brothers' and a cast of notable genre actors, this action comedy saw limited theatrical release before multiple home video editions, culminating in a Blu-ray release by Kino Lorber in 2023.
Cast & Crew
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Why Cult
Peter and David Paul play twin brothers on opposite sides of the law, serving sibling rivalry and teamwork in equal measure.
The plot revolves around matching circuit boards that unlock a diamond vault, adding an inventive twist to the classic crime caper.
Expect bare-chested brawls, martial arts, car chases, and explosive shootouts, all laced with tongue-in-cheek humor.
Roddy McDowall’s Chamberlain leads a criminal syndicate, offering plenty of over-the-top villainy for our heroes to tackle.
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Questions from the Vault
When was Double Trouble released? +
Double Trouble was released in 1992.
Who directed Double Trouble? +
Double Trouble was directed by John Paragon.
How long is Double Trouble? +
Double Trouble has a runtime of 86 minutes.
What genre is Double Trouble? +
Double Trouble is an action, comedy, and romance film.
Where can I watch Double Trouble? +
You can watch Double Trouble on SassyFlix.
How do the circuit boards factor into the diamond heist? +
The two circuit boards, when united, serve as the key to open a safe on the international diamond exchange, sparking the conflict between thieves, cops, and criminals.
