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Who you gonna call? Michael Jai White and Jim Belushi are part of the ensemble cast of James Mark’s ‘Karate Ghost’

Indie action filmmaker/writer James Mark (Infiltrate, Kill Order) is currently hard-at-work on Karate Ghost, an upcoming martial arts comedy that’s headlined by Tim Rozon (Wynonna Earp: Vengeance), Colton Gobbo (The Desperate Hour) and Jim Belushi (Red Heat). The film’s ensemble cast also includes Michael Jai White (Triple Threat), WWE on-air personality Cathy Kelley, Natalie Zea (Justified), and comedian

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Ping Pong | Blu-ray (88 Films)

On July 27, 2026, 88 Films is releasing the Blu-ray (Region A/B) for 2002’s Ping Pong. Adapted from Taiyo Matsumoto’s cult manga series, the debut feature of Fumihiko Sori (Vexille, Fullmetal Alchemist) is a zero-to-hero tale of friendship, dedication and sportsmanship, featuring exhilarating table-tennis battles that will make you never look at the sport in quite the same way again.​ Punkish ping pong prodigy Peco (Yosuke Kubozuka; Go, Silence) is on a losing … Continue reading

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Deal on Fire! The Corrupter | Blu-ray | Only $8.08 – Expires soon!

"The Corruptor" US Theatrical Poster

Today’s Deal on Fire is the Blu-ray for The Corrupter, a 1999 action/thriller directed by James Foley (Glengarry Glen Ross, At Close Range). The Corrupter stars Hong Kong screen legend Chow Yun-fat (Project Gutenberg, The Killer), Mark Wahlberg (The Departed, Mile 22, The Big Hit), Ric Young (Kiss of the Dragon), Jon Kit Lee (Romeo Must Die), Brian Cox (Braveheart) and Byron Mann (Double Edge, The Man with the Iron Fists). Nick Chen … Continue reading

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Shogun’s Ninja | Blu-ray (Eureka)

On August 25, 2026, Arrow will release the Blu-ray (Region A) for Shogun’s Ninja, a 1980 martial arts thriller directed by Norifumi Suzuki (Wandering Ginza Butterfly). Secure your copy today at Goodie Emporium! Before starring in John Wick: Chapter 4 and Shogun, Hiroyuki Sanada (John Wick 4, Royal Warriors) got to showcase his physical prowess in his first lead

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Jackie Chan must BREAK YOU! Watch Arrow’s New Trailer for ‘Breakout Hits!’ 4K Ultra HD’ collection arriving in June

On June 29, 2026, Arrow will be releasing a 10-Disc Limited 4K Ultra HD set for Jackie Chan’s Breakout Hits!, which includes 1994’s Drunken Master II, 1995’s Thunderbolt, 1996’s Police Story 4: First Strike, 1997’s Mr. Nice Guy and 1998’s Who Am I? – ALL of which include multiple cuts! Note: If you’re a fan of Jackie’s black muscle shirt look, there’s also an Arrow store-exclusive version available. That said, … Continue reading

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The wait is nearly over! Jackie Chan’s 3D kung fu adventure ‘Magnificent Bodyguards’ arrives on Blu-ray this July

Now available for Pre-order is the Blu-ray (Region A/B) for Magnificent Bodyguards, which will be released on July 13, 2026. This 1978 kung fu oddity is directed by Lo Wei (The Big Boss) and stars the one and only, Jackie Chan (Hidden Strike, Ride On). Jackie leaps out of the screen in Magnificent Bodyguards, the first Hong Kong movie shot in 3D! The icon joins a team of guards who … Continue reading

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How Martial Arts Films Have Inspired Online Casino Games

Martial arts cinema has quite heavily influenced the online casino industry, particularly within the categories of video slots as well as specialized table games that have been designed to capture the high-energy aesthetics, cinematic choreography and deeply ingrained cultural themes of the classic kung fu and action films. Bruce Lee’s cinematic roar, Jackie Chan’s fluid acrobatics and the tactical ingenuity of the classic Shaw Brothers productions have all left an … Continue reading

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Well Go USA delivers history’s darkest experiment! Linshan Zhao’s ‘731’ hits Blu-ray and DVD in June

"731" Theatrical Poster

On June 2, 2026, history’s darkest experiment arrives on Blu-ray and DVD from Well Go USA! Directed by Linshan Zhao (The Assassins), 731 (aka Evil Unbound) revolves around a real-life facility that was responsible for large-scale biological and chemical warfare research, as well as lethal human experimentation. 731 will most definitely be compared to the similarly themed 1988’s Men Behind the Sun, as being one of the most controversial movies … Continue reading

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Deal on Fire! Black Dynamite | Blu-ray | Only $12.04 – Expires soon!

"Black Dynamite" Blu-ray Cover

Today’s Deal on Fire is the Blu-ray for 2009’s Black Dynamite, starring martial arts sensation Michael Jai White (Triple Threat, Blood and Bone). Director Scott Sanders (Thick as Thieves) definitely did his homework. Meet Black Dynamite (Michael Jai White), the smoothest, baddest cat on the street. He’s a ladies’ man and the man with a plan. He’s also a former C.I.A. agent out to avenge his brother’s death. Whether he’s taking down … Continue reading

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One Man. Unlimited Chaos. Toy Robot Video announces the Blu-ray for Ken Takakura’s 1976 banger ‘Manhunt’

"Manhunt" Japanese Theatrical Poster

Later this year, Toy Robot Video (a new sub-label of Arrow Video) will be releasing a Blu-ray for Manhunt. Directed by Junya Satō (Golgo 13), this 1976 thriller stars Ken Takakura (The Yakuza), Yoshio Harada (The Hunted) and Ryōko Nakano (Never Give Up). Tokyo District Public Prosecutor Fuyuto Morioka (Takakura) suddenly finds himself accused of a crime he had nothing to do with and arrested right in the middle of … Continue reading

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Workplace violence! Watch Bruce Lee rearrange James Garner’s office in Arrow’s upcoming ‘Marlowe’ Blu-ray

On June 7, 2026, Arrow Video is releasing the Blu-ray (Region A/B) for 1969’s Marlowe. Following in the footsteps of Dick Powell (Murder, My Sweet) and Humphrey Bogart (The Big Sleep), James Garner (The Great Escape) brought iconic private investigator Philip Marlowe into the Age of Aquarius in this 1969 neo-noir based on Raymond Chandler’s classic novel The Little Sister. When Orfamay Quest hires Philip Marlowe to find her brother, … Continue reading

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Kill Bill: The Whole Bloody Affair | 4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray (Lionsgate)

The long-awaited The Whole Bloody Affair – Quentin Tarantino’s edit of both Vol. 1 and Vol. 2 as one film – will be getting a physical release on July 28th. This news should come as no surprise, given Lionsgate’s track record, especially with their fairly new “Lionsgate Limited” label, a company that specializes in physical disc releases. In the past, Tarantino has said he sees The Whole Bloody Affair as … Continue reading

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Deal on Fire! Ip Man Complete Collection | Blu-ray | Only $22.99 – Expires soon!

Ip Man Complete Collection | Blu-ray (Well Go USA)

Today’s Deal on Fire is for Well Go USA’s Ip Man Complete Blu-ray Collection, which includes all four films on four Blu-ray discs. This collection includes all four titles (Ip Man, Ip Man 3, Ip Man 3 and Ip Man 4: The Finale) in this hugely popular film franchise from action star Donnie Yen (Raging Fire), acclaimed director Wilson Yip (Paradox), and legendary martial arts choreographers Sammo Hung (The Bodyguard) … Continue reading

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KUNG LAO WINS! Watch the Trailer for ‘Max Huang: Life of Action’ starring ‘Mortal Kombat’ star Max Huang

Best known to many fans as Kung Lao in 2021’s Mortal Kombat, Max Huang (A Legend, Chinese Zodiac) has quietly built an impressive career as an actor, martial artist, stunt performer, fight choreographer and singer, making him one of the more versatile talents working in action cinema today. A member of Jackie Chan’s legendary stunt team, Huang brought his athleticism to productions like Kingsman: The Secret Service, The Foreigner, and … Continue reading

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TWO heroes for the price of one! 88 Films’ Blu-ray for Chang Cheh’s kung fu classic ‘Heroes Two’ is now available

Now shipping from Goodie Emporium is the Blu-ray (Region B) for Heroes Two (aka Bloody Fists), a 1974 martial arts film from legendary Shaw Brothers director, Chang Cheh (Five Element Ninjas). The Shaolin Monastery has been destroyed. The rebels are on the run. The invaders are winning. But don’t give up hope: legendary freedom

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