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A lone rider, a talking motorcycle, and a resistance rise against a totalitarian Omega regime.

WARRIOR OF THE LOST WORLD

Only one rider can destroy the Omega Force.

1983 · 1h 32m · R · Action / Science Fiction / Thriller · IMDB TMDB

A nomad mercenary on a high-tech motorcycle helps bring about the downfall of the evil Orwellian government, the Omega.

Quick Answer

What is Warrior of the Lost World about?

Warrior of the Lost World is a 1983 Italian-American action and science fiction film directed by David Worth about a mercenary recruited by rebels to overthrow an oppressive Orwellian regime.

Programmer's Pick

Who can resist a film where the hero’s best friend is a snarky AI motorcycle and the villains get creative with their evil? Warrior of the Lost World is a turbo-charged tour through bombed-out sci-fi wastelands, full of chase scenes, brainwashing, and the pleasures of low-budget Italian genre cinema.

— SassyFlix Programmer

Overview

In a dystopian future, The Rider—armed with a high-tech AI motorcycle named Einstein—breaks through the so-called wall of illusion only to crash and find himself revived by the mysterious Enlightened Elders. Chosen as the key hope for their resistance, he is tasked with leading the fight against the Omega, a ruthless totalitarian state ruled by Prossor. With the rebellious Outsiders at his side, The Rider undertakes a daring mission to rescue McWayne, father of Nastasia and leader of the Outsiders, while facing formidable obstacles. As Nastasia falls into the clutches of Omega’s brainwashing machinery, alliances are forged and battles erupt, setting the stage for high-octane confrontations in a world where freedom is a scarce commodity.

Details & Specs

Director
David Worth
Writer
David Worth
Release
1983
Runtime
1h 32m
Country
Italy, United States of America
Language
English
Also Known As
Le Chevalier du Monde perdu, The Last Warrior - Der Kämpfer einer verlorenen Welt, Mad Rider

Why This Matters

Produced during the surge of post-apocalyptic films inspired by the Mad Max craze, this Italian-American collaboration reflects the global influence and market adaptations of the genre in the 1980s, including multiple alternate titles for different international releases.
— SassyFlix Curator

Cast & Crew

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Director: David Worth Writer: David Worth

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Why Cult

Talking Motorcycle Sidekick

The Rider’s AI-equipped motorcycle Einstein isn’t just transportation—it has a personality and an attitude.

Post-Apocalyptic Rebellion

Witness the struggle of rebels and misfits as they unite against a dystopian dictatorship known as Omega.

Villainous Ensemble

Donald Pleasence makes for a memorable despot, with his brainwashing chambers and oversized armored trucks.

Low-Budget Euro Sci-Fi

Enjoy a psychotronic blend of cheap effects, Italian exploitation flair, and relentless action.

Scene Gallery

Threat File

Trigger

Resistance against the Omega regime

Threat

Totalitarian state led by Prossor

Effect

Oppression, brainwashing, and violence against rebels

Setting

Post-apocalyptic city under Omega’s control

Questions from the Vault

When was Warrior of the Lost World released? +

Warrior of the Lost World was released in 1983.

Who directed Warrior of the Lost World? +

David Worth directed Warrior of the Lost World.

How long is Warrior of the Lost World? +

Warrior of the Lost World has a runtime of 92 minutes.

What genre is Warrior of the Lost World? +

Warrior of the Lost World is an action, science fiction, and thriller film.

How does the 'wall of illusion' affect The Rider’s journey? +

The Rider passes through the wall of illusion early on, which nearly kills him but results in his being rescued and revived by the Enlightened Elders, who set him on the path to fight Omega.

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