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Action Cult Classic

A Vietnam veteran and a vengeful sister face off with rival ninja empires over a coveted secret.

NINJA AND THE WARRIORS OF FIRE

The ultimate confrontation between good and evil

1987 · 1h 30m · NR · Action · IMDB TMDB

The Black Ninja Empire want a "confidential blueprint" in the possession of Vietnam vet Robin and will stop at nothing to get it. When Robin's fiancée is murdered, her sister joins the White Ninja Empire and teams up with Robin to wreak bloody vengeance.

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What is Ninja and the Warriors of Fire about?

Ninja and the Warriors of Fire is a 1987 Hong Kong action film directed by Bruce Lambert about a Vietnam veteran and the sister of his murdered fiancée joining forces with the White Ninja Empire to stop the Black Ninja Empire from seizing a confidential blueprint.

Programmer's Pick

This isn’t your standard ninja showdown—throw in a Vietnam vet, a bereaved fiancée’s sister-turned-ninja, and warring clans, and you’ve got a martial arts cocktail only Hong Kong cinema could shake up. Ninja and the Warriors of Fire sets its stakes high and delivers sword fights and revenge with a plentiful side of kinetic chaos.

— SassyFlix Programmer

Overview

In the high-octane world of rival ninja empires, Vietnam veteran Robin finds himself the target of the ruthless Black Ninja Empire, who will stop at nothing to steal a confidential blueprint in his possession. After tragedy strikes and Robin's fiancée is killed, her determined sister decides to fight back, aligning herself with the White Ninja Empire to seek justice and vengeance. Expect plenty of martial arts showdowns, secret alliances, and blood-soaked quest for retribution as the line between honor and survival blurs in this explosive Hong Kong action saga.

Details & Specs

Director
Bruce Lambert
Release
1987
Runtime
1h 30m
Country
Hong Kong
Language
English
Genres
Action
Also Known As
Ninja 8: Warriors of Fire, Ninja Phantom Heroes, Original title: Ninja and the Warriors of Fire

Cast & Crew

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Director: Bruce Lambert
JH Jeff Houston GC Glen Carson Luh I-charn Luh I-charn Jenny PD Peter Davis DR Danny Raisebeck Chen Hung-Lieh Chen Hung-Lieh Master Chi Kuan-Chun Chi Kuan-Chun Alex Chiang Tao Chiang Tao Ko Chun-Hsiung Ko Chun-Hsiung Mark Ho Yi-Chan Lu Yi-Chan Lu Mary Ma Sha Ma Sha Stuart Smith Stuart Smith Sun Chien Sun Chien Jonathan Isgar Jonathan Isgar Ninja JW John Wilford Ninja Boss

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Why Cult

Ninja Empire Warfare

The film pits the Black Ninja Empire against the White Ninja Empire in a relentless battle for a mysterious blueprint.

Revenge-Driven Plot

Robin’s quest for justice after his fiancée's murder fuels the film’s action-packed vendetta.

Martial Arts Mayhem

Expect fierce ninja combat, sword fights, and displays of ninjitsu skill throughout.

Female Ninja Action

Robin's late fiancée's sister takes up the mantle, joining the White Ninja Empire for some serious sword-swinging revenge.

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Questions from the Vault

When was Ninja and the Warriors of Fire released? +

Ninja and the Warriors of Fire was released in 1987.

Who directed Ninja and the Warriors of Fire? +

Bruce Lambert directed Ninja and the Warriors of Fire.

How long is Ninja and the Warriors of Fire? +

Ninja and the Warriors of Fire has a runtime of 90 minutes.

What genre is Ninja and the Warriors of Fire? +

Ninja and the Warriors of Fire is an action film.

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