American Ninja (1985) follows Joe Armstrong (Michael Dudikoff), a quiet and skilled martial artist stationed at a U.S. Army base in the Philippines. After surviving an ambush by a gang of ninjas, Joe’s extraordinary abilities are revealed, making him a target of both his enemies and suspicious allies.
The ambush leads Joe to uncover a criminal conspiracy involving stolen military weapons and a ruthless organization. Alongside his new friend, Corporal Curtis Jackson (Steve James), Joe takes on the syndicate and their deadly ninja army.
As Joe delves deeper, he learns more about his mysterious past and the origins of his martial arts skills. His journey becomes not only a battle against the criminals but also a fight to reclaim his identity.
Filled with thrilling fight scenes and classic 1980s action, American Ninja became a cult favorite, solidifying its place as a staple of martial arts cinema.
