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Showdown

1993·Movie
1h 40min
IMDb5.3Rotten Tomatoes–66%

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High energy, light on feelings.

Energy

Thrilling and fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Adrenaline8
  • Fast Pace8
  • Violence8

Heart

Hopeful and cathartic

Much of it is about growing up.

  • Coming of Age8
  • Hopefulness7
  • Catharsis7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Physical Comedy4
  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Cringe Humor3

World

Everyday modern life, growing up, and sports

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction6
  • Acting6
  • Narrative Structure6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing7
  • Cinematography6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightParty VibeIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensComfort WatchPure Escapism

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About

There is no other way.

Ken has just moved from Kansas with his mother. He talks to a girl named Julie, not knowing that her boyfriend Tom is very possessive of her. Tom is learning karate from Lee, a sensei whose brother was killed by a rookie cop named Billy. Billy has since then become the janitor of the school that Ken, Julie and Tom go to. When Ken gets beaten up by Tom for talking to Julie again, Billy helps Ken by teaching him how to defend himself, which eventually leads to a battle between student vs. student, and sensei vs. sensei.
Martial Arts ActionUnderdog StoryRevenge ThrillerHigh School DramaComing-of-Age StoryFast-Paced FightsTeacher-Student DynamicsTension & ConflictTriumphant Climax

Crew

Directed by:
Robert Radler, Steven J. Corzan
Written by:
Stuart Gibbs
Produced by:
Ash R. Shah
Composed by:
Stephen Edwards

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

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Where can I stream Showdown legally?

PrimefuboTVPeacockThe RokuHooplaHistory VaultPluto TVPlex

Showdown is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, Peacock, and History Vault in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla, Pluto TV, and YouTube Free. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Showdown worth watching?

60
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 60/100 (IMDb 5.3). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Showdown rated?

Violence

Content advisories: violence.

How long is Showdown?

1 h 40 min

Showdown runs 1 h 40 min.

What language is Showdown in?

EnglishGerman

It was made in English, with some German. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Showdown?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Showdown in 27 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.