American Ninja (1985)
Ty and RD talk about the 1985 action movie "American Ninja"
Episode 1 of the First Watch Rewatch podcast, hosted by RD Kulik, titled "American Ninja (1985)" was published on March 1, 2026 and runs 52 minutes.
March 1, 2026 ·52m · First Watch Rewatch
Summary
In the early 1980s Cannon Films had few hits with movies about ninjas. In 1985 it was decided to start a new franchise about an American soldier who is also a ninja. With model actor Michael Dudikoff on board "American Ninja" was released in theaters. Join Ty and RD as they discuss the Cannon Films staple "American Ninja" and what its legacy is today. Download the episode for free. "The Ninja Song" by Cory Williams
Episode Description
In the early 1980s Cannon Films had few hits with movies about ninjas. In 1985 it was decided to start a new franchise about an American soldier who is also a ninja. With model actor Michael Dudikoff on board "American Ninja" was released in theaters.
Join Ty and RD as they discuss the Cannon Films staple "American Ninja" and what its legacy is today.
Download the episode for free.
"The Ninja Song" by Cory Williams
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