Rapid Fire
“The Ultimate Weapon Has Arrived...and Nothing Can Stop It!”
Synopsis
Mike Thompson is a former U.S. government agent whom is called on by his no-nonsense ex-employer Hanson to stop a terrorist named Mustapha who breaks out of a maximum security military prison aboard a battleship with the help from his aide Eddy Williams a former agent-turned-mercenary armed with an unstoppable rapid-firing, multi-use machine gun whom the U.S. government wants back at any cost. Mike is forced to rely on his former partner-in-crime Pappy, and a CIA agent named Corle, to help him try to track down Eddy hoping to lead him to Mustapha before they can plan their next terrorist strike.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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AIP Madness - Rapid Fire trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2008-06-02
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Release History & Theatrical Window
April 7, 1989
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- David A. Prior
- Screenplay & Story
- William Zipp, David A. Prior
- Original Score
- Steve McClintock, Tim James, Garm Beall
- Original Title
- Rapid Fire
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 24m
- Production Studios
- Action International Pictures, Winters Hollywood Entertainment Holdings Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
David A. Prior
William Zipp, David A. Prior
Steve McClintock, Tim James, Garm Beall
James Rosenthal
David Marriott, David Winters, David A. Prior
Department Leadership Roster
David A. Prior
Director
William Zipp
Writer
David Marriott
Producer
David A. Prior
Writer
David A. Prior
Producer
James Rosenthal
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Rapid Fire
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Rapid Fire about?
Mike Thompson is a former U.S. government agent whom is called on by his no-nonsense ex-employer Hanson to stop a terrorist named Mustapha who breaks out of a maximum security military prison aboard a battleship with the help from his aide Eddy Williams a former agent-turned-mercenary armed with an unstoppable rapid-firing, multi-use machine gun whom the U.S. government wants back at any cost. Mike is forced to rely on his former partner-in-crime Pappy, and a CIA agent named Corle, to help him try to track down Eddy hoping to lead him to Mustapha before they can plan their next terrorist strike.
Who directed Rapid Fire?
Rapid Fire was directed by David A. Prior.
Who stars in Rapid Fire?
The principal cast of Rapid Fire includes Joe Spinell, Tim Abell, Michael Wayne, Dawn Tanner, Del Zamora.
When was Rapid Fire released and how long is it?
Rapid Fire was released in 1989 with a total runtime of 1h 24m.
Who composed the musical score for Rapid Fire?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Rapid Fire was composed by Steve McClintock, Tim James, Garm Beall.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Rapid Fire?
Rapid Fire holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).