20 best movies about ninjas: part 2

In the 80s, black-masked assassins and spies from oriental action movies sparked a real ninja craze among men. Metal stars with spikes replaced assault rifles, and battle fans and claws became new symbols. Graceful dance-like fights were intertwined with ancient martial arts. Let’s recall the best ninja movies for nostalgic viewing and let’s get acquainted with some fresh new releases in this genre.

Blind Fury (1989)

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Nick Parker lost his eyesight as a result of his participation in the Vietnam War, but he got a unique chance to learn an ancient martial art. A local samurai taught the wounded soldier how to distinguish the world around him using his sense of smell and hearing, thus protecting him from danger. Upon returning home, Nick decides to visit his comrade-in-arms and accidentally witnesses a brutal crime. The man manages to save the child and prepares to take revenge on the bandits for the deaths of innocent people.

Cyber Ninja (1988)

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The action movie about a cyborg ninja will take viewers to the distant future, where humanity faces the threat of complete destruction by robots. The forces of darkness used advanced technology to exterminate humans and kidnapped a princess to summon the Great Overlord. The princess is destined to become a sacrifice in a dark rite, but a small group of warriors led by a samurai is determined to prevent this terrible event. The volunteers are joined by a cyborg who seeks to regain his soul and former form.

Hong Kil-dong (1986)

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The historical action movie will tell the story of the son of an illegitimate son of a high-ranking Korean official. The legitimate wife of an influential nobleman is not happy about the appearance of an illegitimate child, and she does everything possible to get rid of her husband’s concubine and her baby. The woman and her child are sent to a dangerous zone, and on the way they meet a wise old man. The teacher of Tao decides to protect the exiles from the villains and begins to teach the boy the arts of combat.

American Ninja (1985 – 1993)

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Among the classic ninja films, this American-made action movie has gained particular popularity. Young Joe faces a difficult choice: either serve a prison sentence or join the army. He decides to join the war effort, and in his first mission, he demonstrates his professional mastery of ninjutsu skills. These unusual skills raise a lot of questions for both the authorities and Joe himself, who is trying to uncover the secret of his past.

Pray for Death (1985)

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Akira Saito moves to the United States, where he carefully conceals his martial arts skills. The man dreams of a quiet life with his beloved wife and children. But local criminals invade the warrior’s home. As a result, Akira is forced to turn into a ruthless killer to cope with his enemies. He enters the path of conflict, and even begging for mercy cannot stop the rage of the head of the family.

Revenge of the Ninja (1983)

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The feature film about ninjas won the hearts of male viewers and earned a high rating thanks to its impeccable fight scenes. A master named Cho leaves his native Japan after the tragic death of his family. His loved ones are killed by hired killers, and Cho manages to save only his son. In America, he seeks to start a new, peaceful life. However, betrayal by a business partner forces Cho to use his virtuoso fighting skills again.

Shaolin and Wu Tang (1983)

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Japanese masters challenge monks from the Chinese Shaolin School to a fair competition to determine who will emerge victorious. This duel should reveal the advantages of different schools in martial arts, and the audience is looking forward to a thrilling performance. Insidious black-clad mercenaries intend to set up the circumstances in such a way as to stir up enmity between the participants of the competition, using various tricks and intrigues in the process of training both teams.

Ninja in the Dragon’s Den (1982)

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Modern films about ninjas are distinguished by their excellent visuals and impeccable professional acting, which makes older films with this theme seem a bit naive. Nevertheless, the movie about a kung fu master deserves the attention of fans of exciting stunts. A Japanese warrior known as the Black Shadow has been searching for his father’s murderer for many years. The investigation leads him to China, but a young Chinese man interferes with the revenge ritual. This young man is convinced of the innocence of his uncle Li, whom the Black Shadow considers guilty.

Five Elements Ninjas (1982)

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Leaders of rival clans organize a competition in which the best kung fu masters demonstrate their fighting skills. One of the participating teams suffers a crushing defeat and decides to take revenge for the humiliation. The defeated clan turns to hired killers for help, and these black-clad saboteurs brutally deal with the winners. However, one of the warriors manages to survive, and he vows to pay for the meanness of the attack.

Enter the Ninja (1981)

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An American army veteran named Cole takes martial arts lessons, and after graduation decides to visit his old friend in the Philippines. Frank has a small plot of land where he and his wife plan to start a farm. A local businessman is trying to take over the land by any means necessary, and Cole is forced to defend his friend.

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