Double Dragon (1994)

A post-apocalyptic martial arts adventure pitting two brothers against a power-hungry crime lord in the ruins of Los Angeles.

Double Dragon - Movie Information

  • Original Title: Double Dragon
  • Release Year: 1994
  • Directed by: James Yukich
  • Type: Movie
  • Genres: Action, Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy, Sci-Fi
  • Age Rating (US): PG-13
  • Runtime: 1h 36m
  • Original Language: English
  • Spoken Languages: English, French
  • Release Date (Theatrical): November 4, 1994 (United States - PG-13), June 30, 1995 (Spain - 12)
  • Alternative Titles: Double Dragon: La película (ES), Двойной дракон (RU), Double Dragon - Die 5. Dimension (DE), Double Dragon - The Movie (US), Double Dragon (BR), ダブルドラゴン (JP)
  • Production Companies: Gramercy Pictures, Imperial Entertainment, Scanbox
  • Production Countries: United States of America

Double Dragon - Plot

Two brothers have half of a powerful ancient Chinese talisman. An evil gang leader has the other half, and determines to get the brothers' half and have a complete medallion so he can gain absolute power.

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Double Dragon - Cast & Crew

Director(s)

  • James Yukich

Main Cast

  • Mark Dacascos
  • Scott Wolf
  • Robert Patrick
  • Kristina Wagner
  • Julia Nickson
  • Alyssa Milano
  • Vanna White
  • Nils Allen Stewart
  • Henry Kingi
  • John Asher

Writers

  • Peter Gould
  • Michael Davis
  • Paul Dini
  • Neal Shusterman

Producers

  • Jane Hamsher
  • Don Murphy
  • Ash R. Shah
  • Alan Schechter
  • Sundip R. Shah

Double Dragon - FAQs

Is Double Dragon based on a video game?

Yes, Double Dragon is directly adapted from the classic Technōs Japan arcade and NES beat-'em-up video game series of the same name, originally released in 1987. The film borrows the core premise of two martial-arts brothers fighting street gangs but transplants the story into a post-apocalyptic Los Angeles setting.

Where can you stream Double Dragon (1994)?

Double Dragon (1994) is available to stream on several platforms in the US, including Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, Night Flight Plus, The Roku Channel, Pluto TV, Tubi TV, YouTube Free, Hoopla, Plex, and JustWatch TV. It can also be rented or purchased on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.

Who are the main actors in Double Dragon?

The film stars Mark Dacascos as Jimmy Lee and Scott Wolf as Billy Lee, the two martial-arts brothers at the center of the story. Robert Patrick plays the villain Kongo Shuko, with Alyssa Milano as Marian Delario, Julia Nickson as Satori Imada, and Kristina Wagner as Linda Lash rounding out the principal cast.

What is Double Dragon (1994) about?

Set in a ruined, gang-ridden future Los Angeles, Double Dragon follows brothers Jimmy and Billy Lee, who possess one half of a mystical ancient Chinese medallion. The ruthless crime lord Kongo Shuko holds the other half and will do anything to unite the talisman and claim its power of absolute domination.

How was Double Dragon received by critics?

Double Dragon was largely panned by critics upon release, earning a poor score on Rotten Tomatoes. Reviewers criticized its campy tone, thin plot, and low production values, though some noted its unintentional entertainment value. It has since developed a cult following among fans of 1990s video game adaptations and B-movies.

What is the age rating for Double Dragon?

Double Dragon is rated PG-13 in the United States, making it suitable for teens and older audiences. The rating reflects the film's martial arts action sequences, mild violence, and comic-book-style peril, without crossing into more graphic territory.

Who directed Double Dragon and who wrote it?

Double Dragon was directed by James Yukich. The screenplay was written by Peter Gould, Michael Davis, Paul Dini, and Neal Shusterman. Paul Dini, well known for his work on Batman: The Animated Series, was among the writers who contributed to the film's comic-book-influenced tone and world-building.

How long is Double Dragon (1994)?

Double Dragon has a runtime of 96 minutes, or 1 hour and 36 minutes. The film was released theatrically in the United States on November 4, 1994, and later received international releases, including a Spanish release in June 1995.

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