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Arena (1989)

Directed by Peter Manoogian

Action | Adventure | Science Fiction

Most recently watched by seanCduregger

Overview

An intergalactic fighting competition between champions of various worlds has traditionally been won by a species much larger and stronger than humans. Entering the contest, a human finds he has to battle against not just his opponents and his self-doubts, but the corrupt system. Far in the future, on a distant space station, the legendary Arena is where the best fighters from every planet come to vie for the championship. But for over half a century, no Earthling has been good enough to be a contender. Until out of nowhere, comes an underdog: the great human hope, Steve Armstrong… and the best anyone’s ever seen. He’s been training all his life for a shot at the big time, but now he’s up against some mighty big muscle: a ruthless extra-terrestrial crimelord who’ll pull no punches to make sure he stops Steve dead. In the mood for hard-hitting sci-fi action? Arena will knock you out!

Rated PG-13 | Length 94 minutes

Actors

Paul Satterfield | Hamilton Camp | Claudia Christian | Marc Alaimo | Shari Shattuck | Armin Shimerman | Brett Porter | Charles Tabansi | Michael Deak | Jack Carter | William Butler | Grady Clarkson | Dave Thompson | Ken Clark | Diana Rose | Cliff Lance | Wayne Brewer | George Masselli | August L. Lohuaru | Steve Wang

Viewing History (seen 1 time)

Date ViewedDeviceFormatSourceRating
06/19/2023Home TheaterBlu-rayOwned5.5 stars
 

Viewing Notes

Lots of great practical creatures in this, even if the story is goofy. Basically a boxing movie but in the future in space, against an array of alien creatures.

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