Master Ninja (1984): cast, story & where to watch
1984 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1984, Master Ninja is an action, drama and tv movie film directed by Robert Clouse, running about 90 minutes. “The supreme warrior! Even his eyes can kill you!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Aging skilled master ninja, John Peter McAllister, and his young apprentice search for John's long lost daughter, all the while his old enemies try to stop him. The first two episodes of "The Master" edited into a feature length film used as a promo for the television series.
Who’s in it. Master Ninja stars Lee Van Cleef as John Peter McAllister, Timothy Van Patten as Max Keller, Sho Kosugi as Okasa and Bill McKinney as Sheriff Kyle, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Master Ninja has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Master Ninja page.
If you liked it. Fans of Master Ninja tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Master Ninja (1984)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Master Ninja change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Master Ninja worth watching?
- Master Ninja holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, drama and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Master Ninja?
- Master Ninja stars Lee Van Cleef, Timothy Van Patten, Sho Kosugi, Bill McKinney and Claude Akins.
- When was Master Ninja released?
- Master Ninja was released in 1984, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.