The Challenge (1982)
Japanese and English action film directed by John Frankenheimer
The Challenge has a runtime of 1 hour 48 minutes (108 min). The Japanese film released on 25 January 1982. It is directed by John Frankenheimer and stars Scott Glenn, Toshirō Mifune and Kenta Fukasaku.
Cast and crew
- Director
- John Frankenheimer
- Cast
- Scott Glenn, Toshirō Mifune, Kenta Fukasaku, Atsuo Nakamura, Calvin Jung, Clyde Kusatsu, Donna Kei Benz, Miiko Taka, Sab Shimono
- Cinematography
- Kōzō Okazaki
- Music
- Jerry Goldsmith
- Written by
- John Sayles
- Production
- CBS Theatrical Films
- Distribution
- Embassy Pictures
Box office, awards and more
- Set in
- Los Angeles
- Filmed in
- Los Angeles
- Country
- Japan, United States
Release and where to watch
- In theatres
- 25 January 1982
- On OTT
- Not announced yet. We add the platform and date once the makers confirm them.
Questions people ask
What is the runtime of The Challenge?
The Challenge has a runtime of 1 hour 48 minutes, or 108 min.
When did The Challenge release?
The Challenge released on 25 January 1982.
Who directed The Challenge?
The Challenge is directed by John Frankenheimer.
Who is in the cast of The Challenge?
The cast of The Challenge includes Scott Glenn, Toshirō Mifune, Kenta Fukasaku, Atsuo Nakamura, Calvin Jung and Clyde Kusatsu.
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