Countdown
Synopsis
When Chris Murdoch falls obsessively in love with a Japanese girl attending University in Seattle (Kaori Ozaki) he murders Japanese men who have shown her kindness under the pretext of revenge for the attack on Pearl Harbor during WWII. However the ruse involves the FBI in the case, and Agent Sara Daniels. However, the investigation is hampered when Yoko Sugimura of the Tokyo Police arrives to take Kaori back to her influential father. Despite their initial dislike, Sara and Yoko are forced to work together to stop Chris when his obsession is manifest with high explosives.
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Lori Petty
Sara Daniels
Jason London
Chris Murdoch
Yuki Amami
Yoko Sugimura
James Le Gros
Michael Killip
Michael Patten
Kurt Little
Dan Bell
Agent Friendly
George Catalano
Bomb Squad Guy
Jan D'Arcy
Tia Daniels
Jim Ishida
Koji Sato
Leslie Do Qui
Female Agent
Fredrick Charles Canada
Seattle Agent
Stephen Rutledge
Garage Agent
Tony Doupe
Sniper
Robert I. Lee
Professor Aotani
Kerry Skalsky
K-Car Agent #1
Ron Sarchian
K-Car Agent #2
Bret Kiene
Apt. Agent #1
Miwa Kawagoe
Kaori Ozaki
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Keoni Waxman
- Screenplay & Story
- Toshiyuki Tajima, Keoni Waxman
- Original Score
- Walter Werzowa
- Original Title
- Countdown
- Country of Origin
- Japan, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Production Studios
- Overseas FilmGroup, Ozla Pictures, NEO Motion Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Keoni Waxman
Toshiyuki Tajima, Keoni Waxman
Walter Werzowa
David Bridges
Eric Strand
Taka Ichise, Joel Soisson, Aki Komine, David Peters
Department Leadership Roster
Michael Moran
Production Design
Walter Werzowa
Original Music Composer
Eric Strand
Editor
David Bridges
Director of Photography
Aki Komine
Producer
David Peters
Producer
Keoni Waxman
Writer
Keoni Waxman
Director
Gene Hartline
Stunt Coordinator
Chuck Borden
Stunt Coordinator
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Countdown.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Countdown
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Countdown about?
When Chris Murdoch falls obsessively in love with a Japanese girl attending University in Seattle (Kaori Ozaki) he murders Japanese men who have shown her kindness under the pretext of revenge for the attack on Pearl Harbor during WWII. However the ruse involves the FBI in the case, and Agent Sara Daniels. However, the investigation is hampered when Yoko Sugimura of the Tokyo Police arrives to take Kaori back to her influential father. Despite their initial dislike, Sara and Yoko are forced to work together to stop Chris when his obsession is manifest with high explosives.
Who directed Countdown?
Countdown was directed by Keoni Waxman.
Who stars in Countdown?
The principal cast of Countdown includes Lori Petty, Jason London, Yuki Amami, James Le Gros, Michael Patten.
When was Countdown released and how long is it?
Countdown was released in 1996 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.
Who composed the musical score for Countdown?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Countdown was composed by Walter Werzowa.
Is Countdown based on a book or true story?
Countdown is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Toshiyuki Tajima".