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American Ninja (1985)

English martial arts film directed by Sam Firstenberg

Film facts

Runtime
1h 35m 95 min
Released
1985
Language
English

Runtime from public film data. Ratings are added as boards issue them.

American Ninja has a runtime of 1 hour 35 minutes (95 min). The English film released in 1985. It is directed by Sam Firstenberg and stars Michael Dudikoff, Steve James and Richard Norton.

Official trailer

Cast and crew

Cinematography
Hanania Baer
Produced by
Yoram Globus, Menahem Golan
Production
Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Distribution
The Cannon Group, Netflix

Box office, awards and more

Set in
Philippines
Filmed in
Philippines

Release and where to watch

In theatres
1985
On OTT
Netflix date not announced

Questions people ask

What is the runtime of American Ninja?

American Ninja has a runtime of 1 hour 35 minutes, or 95 min.

When did American Ninja release?

American Ninja released in 1985.

Who directed American Ninja?

American Ninja is directed by Sam Firstenberg.

Who is in the cast of American Ninja?

The cast of American Ninja includes Michael Dudikoff, Steve James, Richard Norton and Judie Aronson.

Where can I watch American Ninja online?

American Ninja streams on Netflix.

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Updated 9 November 2026 by Pragati. Cast and crew from Wikidata. Found a mistake? Tell us.