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Bloodsport

1988·Movie
1h 32min·R
IMDb6.8Metacritic297.6Rotten Tomatoes48%75%

Where to watch

PrimefuboTVMGM+PhiloThe Roku

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Bloodsport fingerprint

High energy, striking style, no humor.

Energy

Pulse-pounding and fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Adrenaline9
  • Fast Pace8
  • Spectacle8

Heart

Cathartic and nostalgic

  • Catharsis8
  • Nostalgia7
  • Hopefulness6

Humor

Serious throughout

  • Physical Comedy2
  • Wit & Wordplay1
  • Situational Comedy0

World

Sports and war

Holds up on a rewatch.

  • Rewatchability9
  • World Immersion7
  • Novelty5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction6
  • Acting6
  • Narrative Structure6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7
  • Music Centrality7

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightParty VibePublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBinge-FriendlyComfort WatchPure Escapism

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You want something to laugh atGraphic violence bothers youYou want something quiet and calm

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About

The true story of an American ninja.

An American Army Major goes AWOL to Hong Kong for an outlawed martial arts contest called the Kumite.
Classic Martial ArtsUnderground Fighting Tournament80s Action ThrillerHigh-Impact FightsUnderdog StoryCult ClassicIconic Lead PerformanceFast-Paced ActionSatisfying Victory

Crew

Directed by:
Newt Arnold, Kenneth Siao Wai-Keung
Written by:
Sheldon Lettich, Sheldon Lettich, Mel Friedman
Produced by:
Menahem Golan, Yoram Globus, Mark DiSalle
Composed by:
Paul Hertzog, Stan Bush

Sequels and Prequels

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Questions about Bloodsport

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Where can I stream Bloodsport legally?

PrimefuboTVMGM+PhiloThe RokuKanopyHooplaFawesome

Bloodsport is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, Philo, and MGM+ in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy, Hoopla, and YouTube Free. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Bloodsport worth watching?

55
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 56/100 (IMDb 6.8, Rotten Tomatoes 48%, and Metacritic 29). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Bloodsport rated?

RViolenceStrong language

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence and strong language.

How long is Bloodsport?

1 h 32 min

Bloodsport runs 1 h 32 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Bloodsport?

Critics39
Audiences73

Not quite. Audiences rate Bloodsport higher (73) than critics (39). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

Was Bloodsport a box office hit?

Budget$2 million
Box office$64 million

Yes, a big one. It cost about $2 million to make and earned $64 million worldwide, 42.3 times its budget.

What language is Bloodsport in?

Englishcn

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

In how many countries can I watch Bloodsport?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Bloodsport in 125 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Bloodsport use?

Groin AttackArtistic License – Martial ArtsGood Cop/Bad CopKick the DogMr. FanserviceBased on a Great Big LieIdiot BallMighty GlacierReplacement GoldfishYou No Take CandleChekhov's GunFriendship Denialand 58 more

TV Tropes lists 70 storytelling tropes for Bloodsport, including Groin Attack, Artistic License – Martial Arts, Good Cop/Bad Cop.