Kick of Death 1997
"The Deadliest Kickboxer in Hong Kong... is Coming to America!"
In Kick of Death (1997), Shane MacQuade thrives as a formidable kickboxer in Hong Kong's gritty underworld, but his refusal to throw a fight lands him in deadly trouble.
Director: David Avallone
Cast
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kick of Death (1997) about?
Kick of Death follows Shane MacQuade, a rising kickboxer in Hong Kong who refuses to lose a fixed fight and is framed for murder. On the run, he assumes the identity of a hitman in Nevada, but soon discovers that the criminal underworld won't let him go. His desperate attempt to escape leads to a brutal confrontation with both organized crime and his own past.
Who directed Kick of Death?
Kick of Death was directed by David Avallone, a filmmaker known for his work in action and crime genres.
Who stars in Kick of Death?
The film stars Laura Shin, David Heavener, George D. Amoroso, Joel Stoffer, and Vernon Wells in key roles.
Is Kick of Death (1997) worth watching?
While Kick of Death (1997) is a rough-and-tumble action flick with solid fight choreography, its plot leans heavily on 90s-style grit without groundbreaking innovation. Fans of early martial arts crime dramas will find plenty to enjoy in its no-frills storytelling and energetic performances.
How long is Kick of Death?
Kick of Death has a runtime of 85 minutes.
About Kick of Death (1997) — A Kickboxer's Escape Leads to a Violent Reckoning
In Kick of Death (1997), Shane MacQuade thrives as a formidable kickboxer in Hong Kong's gritty underworld, but his refusal to throw a fight lands him in deadly trouble. Framed for a murder he didn't commit, Shane flees to the neon-lit chaos of America, only to stumble into a new identity after crossing paths with a hitman in the Nevada desert. His escape proves temporary as the shadowy tendrils of the Triad and a corrupt Las Vegas fight promoter pull him back into the violence he tried to leave behind. Directed by David Avallone, this action-packed crime thriller blends adrenaline-fueled fight sequences with a relentless chase against both the mob and the law.
With Laura Shin as Angeliqu, the stripper whose life intersects fatefully with Shane's, and David Heavener as the hitman whose identity Shane usurps, the film delivers a raw, uncompromising look at survival, betrayal, and the inescapable grip of one's past.