Category Archives: Martial Arts Titles

New & upcoming Blu-ray/DVD releases of martial arts films from around the world. You’ll find everything here from Steven Seagal’s latest straight-to-DVD flick to Donnie Yen’s latest Hong Kong blockbuster. Please click on the Amazon.com affiliate links to support this site.

Sword Masters: Legend of the Bat | DVD (Well Go USA)

RELEASE DATE: January 28, 2014 Well Go USA presents the DVD for Chor Yuen’s Legend of the Bat (aka Bat Island Adventure or Clans of Intrigue 2). In this 1978 Shaw Brothers flick, Chu Liu Hsiang (Ti Lung) must journey to the mysterious Bat Island to investigate a merchant who has put a price on Liu Hsiang’s head! Also starring Ling Yun, Yueh Hua, Derek Yee, Ching Li, Wong Chung … Continue reading

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Sword Masters: Death Duel | DVD (Well Go USA)

RELEASE DATE: January 28, 2014 Well Go USA presents the DVD for Chor Yuen’s Death Duel. In this 1977 Shaw Brothers flick, Derek Yee is a renowned swordsman whose position in the martial world is lofty. The constant challenges and myriad enemies he faces compels him to fake his death and pursue a quiet life with the beautiful Candice Yu. However, his peace can only last so long. Also starring … Continue reading

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Shaolin Warrior | DVD (Lionsgate)

RELEASE DATE: December 31, 2013 Lionsgate presents the DVD for Dou Xiao’s Shaolin Warrior. Trying to escape a criminal past, one man attempts to join the ranks of the Shaolin Warriors, but he’s denied. However, having impressed the king with his dedication, he is hired as a temple groundskeeper. But when the king’s enemy declares war, the man gets to prove himself in combat! Starring Ye Jianwei, Chen Ke, Liu Ruicheng, … Continue reading

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Iron Girl | DVD (Switchblade Pictures)

RELEASE DATE: January 21, 2014 Switchblade Pictures presents the DVD for Iron Girl, directed by Masatoshi Yagamine. Iron Girl is a new age super heroine with might, beauty and allure. With her superhuman power, she puts up a solid fight. Featuring fight choreography provided by stunt world legend Takanori Shibahara (Dynaman, Flower & Snake). Starring AV model, actress and ultimate hardbody Kirara Asuka. Watch the trailer.

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The Wolverine | Blu-ray + Blu-ray 3D & DVD (Fox)

RELEASE DATE: December 3, 2013 Fox presents the Blu-ray + Blu-ray 3D & DVD for The Wolverine, directed by James Mangold (3:10 to Yuma). This epic action-adventure takes Wolverine, the most iconic character of the X-Men universe, to modern day Japan. When Wolverine is summoned to Japan by an old acquaintance, he is embroiled in a conflict that forces him to confront his own demons. Starring Hugh Jackman, Will Yun Lee, … Continue reading

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Zatoichi: The Blind Swordsman | Blu-ray & DVD (Criterion Collection)

RELEASE DATE: November 26, 2013 Criterion Collection presents the Blu-ray & DVD (dual format) set for the Zatoichi: The Blind Swordsman film collection. This deluxe set features the string of 25 Zatoichi films made between 1962 and 1973, in one package. The colossally popular Zatoichi films make up the longest-running action series in Japanese history and created one of the screen’s great heroes: an itinerant blind masseur who also happens to … Continue reading

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Action Packed Movie Marathon Vol. 2 | DVD (Shout! Factory)

RELEASE DATE: November 12, 2013 Shout! Factory presents the DVD for the Action Packed Movie Marathon Vol. 2, which includes 1974’s Bamboo Gods & Iron Men (clip), 1988’s Bulletproof, 1976’s Trackdown (clip) & 1976’s Scorchy (trailer). Let’s see… Gary Busey, Filipino exploitation, cowboy vengeance and a sexy undercover bombshell. What’s not to love? Of course, don’t forget about Vol. 1!

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Flashdrive | DVD (Shami Media)

RELEASE DATE: August 20, 2013 Shami Media presents the DVD for Flashdrive. A Self Defense Instructor (Franklin Correa) seeks revenge for the murder of his girlfriend, who a news reporter; he finds out one of the stories she worked on before, which was considered a Urban Legend, was actually real. Now, he will uncover the truth and take down the ones responsible for her murder at any cost. Watch the trailer.

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Jackie Chan Beginnings Double Feature: Snake & Crane Arts of Shaolin and Magnificent Bodyguards | DVD (Shout! Factory)

RELEASE DATE: September 17, 2013 Shout! Factory presents the DVD for their third Jackie Chan Beginnings Double Feature (see the 1st and 2nd), which contains 1978’s Snake & Crane Arts of Shaolin and 1978’s Magnificent Bodyguards. And don’t forget about Shout! Factory’s Crime Story & The Protector, Police Story & Police Story 2 and Battle Creek Brawl & City Hunter double features on Blu-ray & DVD.

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Afro Ninja: Destiny | DVD (1-2-3-4 GO)

RELEASE DATE: September 10, 2013 1-2-3-4 GO presents the DVD for Afro Ninja. Afro Ninja (Mark A. Hicks) sets out on a quest that will teach him strength and humility as well as the history of his skills and the truth about his father. Only then can Afro Ninja be the baddest dude in town! Also starring the late Jim Kelly, of Enter the Dragon and Black Belt Jones! Watch the trailer.

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Van Damme Double Feature: The Order & Nowhere to Run | Blu-ray (Image Entertainment)

RELEASE DATE: October 1, 2013 Image Entertainment presents the Blu-ray for The Jean-Claude Van Damme Double Feature, featuring The Order, directed by Sheldon Lettich (Lionheart) & Nowhere to Run, directed by Robert Harmon (The Hitcher). In 1993’s Nowhere to Run, Van Damme single handedly takes on ruthless land developers. In 2001’s The Order, Van Damme plays a thief of religious artifacts whose archeologist father has found the lost scripture of a mysterious religious order.

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Drive-In Double Feature: Death Force & Vampire Hookers | DVD (Vinegar Syndrome)

RELEASE DATE: September 10, 2013 Vinegar Syndrome presents the Drive-In Collection: Death Force & Vampire Hookers on DVD. In 1978’s Death Force (aka Vengeance is Mine), a dying man is rescued by two Japanese soldiers, who teach him the ways of the samurai. What follows is bloody revenge! In 1978’s Vampire Hookers, two sailors discover female vampires who pose as prostitutes to lure men into their secret lair. Both movies directed by cult … Continue reading

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Mission: Killfast & The Doll Squad | Blu-ray (Vinegar Syndrome)

RELEASE DATE: September 10, 2013 Vinegar Syndrome presents the Blu-ray for Mission: Killfast & The Doll Squad. Two classics from cult movie legend, Ted V. Mikels! In 1980’s Mission: Killfast (trailer) Tiger Yang (Tower of Death) faces off against a group of baddies, resulting in non-stop martial arts action. In 1973’s The Doll Squad (trailer), a team of female agents are out to stop an evil mastermind from unleashing the … Continue reading

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Bruce Lee: A Warrior’s Journey & Pursuit of the Dragon | DVD (MVD Entertainment)

RELEASE DATE: September 17, 2013 MVD Entertainment presents the DVD for Bruce Lee: A Warrior’s Journey & Pursuit 0f The Dragon (read our review). 2000’s A Warrior’s Journey is a 97 minute documentary built around 33 minutes of rediscovered Game of Death footage. 2011’s Pursuit of the Dragon (available in the U.S. for the first time) is a 90 minute documentary that follows the chronology of Lee’s four films and … Continue reading

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Mulan: Rise of a Warrior | Blu-ray & DVD (Funimation)

RELEASE DATE: September 3, 2013 Funimation presents the Blu-ray & DVD for Mulan: Rise of a Warrior (aka Mulan), directed by Jingle Ma. Mulan, a young girl from a military family without a male heir, disguises herself as a male soldier rather than expose her aging father to the horrors of the battlefield. As the invading armies close in, her remarkable courage and insight elevate her to the position of … Continue reading

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