Tiger Claws II 1996
Five years after the explosive debut, *Tiger Claws II (1996)* ramps up the brutal martial arts mayhem with Cynthia Rothrock returning as L.A. detective Linda Masterson, now teaming up with NYC cop Tarek Richards to hunt down a resurrected serial killer. J.
Director: J. Stephen Maunder
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tiger Claws II (1996) about?
The sequel follows a cunning gangster who breaks a deadly martial arts killer out of prison, unleashing a wave of face-slashing murders across San Francisco. Two cops—one from L.A., one from NYC—team up to track him down, uncovering a conspiracy that forces them to confront their own past failures.
Who directed Tiger Claws II?
J. Stephen Maunder directed *Tiger Claws II*, crafting a high-energy sequel that leans into the gritty, neon-soaked atmosphere of 90s martial arts cinema.
Who stars in Tiger Claws II?
The film stars action icons Cynthia Rothrock, Jalal Merhi, Bolo Yeung, Ong Soo Han, and Evan Lurie in a tense cat-and-mouse showdown.
Is Tiger Claws II (1996) worth watching?
If you love retro martial arts action with a dark edge, *Tiger Claws II* delivers. While unrated, its blend of fight choreography, crime drama, and 90s style makes it a cult gem for fans of the genre, even if it's not flawless.
How long is Tiger Claws II?
*Tiger Claws II* runs for 92 minutes, delivering a tight, non-stop thrill ride.
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About Tiger Claws II (1996) — Retro Martial Arts Chaos with Cynthia Rothrock
Five years after the explosive debut, *Tiger Claws II (1996)* ramps up the brutal martial arts mayhem with Cynthia Rothrock returning as L.A. detective Linda Masterson, now teaming up with NYC cop Tarek Richards to hunt down a resurrected serial killer. J. Stephen Maunder directs this high-octane action sequel, sending the claw-wielding Chong—played with chilling menace by Bolo Yeung—on a murderous spree through San Francisco's Chinatown after a gangster breaks him out of prison. The film crackles with neon-lit neon-noir tension, as Richards uncovers the killer's signature face-slashing M.O., forcing an unlikely alliance between two cops bound by past demons.
Packed with explosive fight choreography and relentless pacing, *Tiger Claws II* dives deep into themes of vengeance and justice, where the line between hunter and hunted blurs in a city teeming with danger. Rothrock's no-nonsense heroism and Yeung's icy menace anchor this gritty, adrenaline-fueled thriller that's pure 90s martial arts gold.