Showdown in Little Tokyo
"One's a warrior. One's a wise guy. They're two L.A. cops going after a gang of drug lords. Feet first."
Originally released in 1991. Showdown in Little Tokyo is a action/comedy film. directed by Mark L. Lester. At just 79 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Dolph Lundgren, Brandon Lee, and Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa
Synopsis
An American with a Japanese upbringing, Chris Kenner is a police officer assigned to the Little Tokyo section of Los Angeles. Kenner is partnered with Johnny Murata, a Japanese-American who isn't in touch with his roots. Despite their differences, both men excel at martial arts, and utilize their formidable skills when they go up against Yoshida, a vicious yakuza drug dealer with ties to Kenner's past.
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 23, 1991
34 years ago
Runtime
1h 19m
79 minutes total
User Rating
6.4/10
Good (509 votes)
Budget
$8M
Production budget
Box Office
$2.3M
0.3x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $8,000,000
- Revenue
- $2,275,557
Production Companies
- Original Pictures
- Little Tokyo Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Showdown in Little Tokyo about?
An American with a Japanese upbringing, Chris Kenner is a police officer assigned to the Little Tokyo section of Los Angeles. Kenner is partnered with Johnny Murata, a Japanese-American who isn't i...
Who directed Showdown in Little Tokyo?
Showdown in Little Tokyo was directed by Mark L. Lester.
How long is Showdown in Little Tokyo?
Showdown in Little Tokyo has a runtime of 1 hours and 19 minutes (79 minutes total).
When was Showdown in Little Tokyo released?
Showdown in Little Tokyo was released on August 23, 1991 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Showdown in Little Tokyo?
The main cast of Showdown in Little Tokyo includes Dolph Lundgren, Brandon Lee, Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa, Tia Carrere, Toshishiro Obata.
Is Showdown in Little Tokyo worth watching?
Showdown in Little Tokyo has a user rating of 6.4/10 based on 509 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.