Royal Warriors (1986): cast, story & where to watch

1986 · Film · ★ 6.9

Royal Warriors poster

Released in 1986, Royal Warriors is an action and crime film directed by David Chung, running about 96 minutes. “She's the last line of defense. And it's a line you don't want to cross.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. When a tough policewoman learns about a group of violent terrorists, she, along with her partner and a Japanese detective, does everything it takes to take them down.

Who’s in it. Royal Warriors stars Michelle Yeoh as Madam Michelle Yip, Michael Wong as Michael Wong, Hiroyuki Sanada as Peter Yamamoto and Michael Chan as Tiger, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, Royal Warriors has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Criterion Channel and Darkroom. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Royal Warriors page.

If you liked it. Fans of Royal Warriors 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 Royal Warriors (1986)?
In US, Royal Warriors is available to stream on Criterion Channel and Darkroom. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Royal Warriors worth watching?
Royal Warriors holds an audience score of 6.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Royal Warriors?
Royal Warriors stars Michelle Yeoh, Michael Wong, Hiroyuki Sanada, Michael Chan and David Lam Wai.
When was Royal Warriors released?
Royal Warriors was released in 1986, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.