Jean-Claude Van Damme stars as Frank Dux, a US Army captain who enters a secret, brutal martial arts tournament in Hong Kong. The main cast also includes Bolo Yeung as the formidable opponent Chong Li and Donald Gibb as Dux’s friend Ray…
Main cast
- Frank DuxJean-Claude Van DammeMain
- Chong LiBolo YeungMain
- Ray JacksonDonald GibbMain
- Janice KentLeah AyresMain
- Senzo TanakaRoy ChiaoMain
Supporting cast
- RawlinsForest WhitakerSupp
- Inspector ChenPhilip ChanSupp
- Victor LimKen SiuSupp
- Sucka BoyPeter CunninghamSupp
- Kumite AnnouncerK. C. JonesSupp
Guest & voice
- Hossein (Iranian fighter)Michel QissiGuest
- Paco (Spanish fighter)Paolo TochaGuest
- Toshio (Japanese fighter)John CheungGuest
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About this cast
In the 1988 martial arts film Bloodsport, Jean-Claude Van Damme delivers a breakout performance as real-life fighter Frank Dux. The film follows Dux as he travels to Hong Kong to compete in the underground Kumite tournament, facing off against Bolo Yeung’s powerful Chong Li. The supporting cast includes Donald Gibb as the comic relief sidekick Ray Jackson and Forest Whitaker as a determined US…
FAQs
Who plays Frank Dux in Bloodsport?
Jean-Claude Van Damme plays the lead role of Frank Dux, a US Army captain based on the real-life martial artist of the same name.
Is Bloodsport based on a true story?
The film claims to be based on the true story of Frank Dux, but the events have been widely disputed. Many details, including the existence of the secret Kumite tournament, are considered fictional or heavily embellished.
Who is the villain in Bloodsport?
The main antagonist is Chong Li, played by Bolo Yeung. He is the reigning champion of the Kumite and Dux’s final opponent.
Which actor from Bloodsport went on to win an Oscar?
Forest Whitaker, who plays the supporting role of Rawlins, won the Academy Award for Best Actor in 2007 for his performance in The Last King of Scotland.
What martial art does Jean-Claude Van Damme use in Bloodsport?
Van Damme primarily uses Shotokan Karate, with some influences from other styles. His signature move in the film is the split jump kick.
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