Red Sun Rising
“Japan's toughest cop is in L.A. to track down the Yakuza's deadliest killer”
Synopsis
Thomas Hoshino is a tough Japanese detective, who lost his partner by a deadly Yakuza killer Jaho. He tracks down the killer and his master to Los Angeles, where he teams up with Det. Karen Ryder. Soon they discover that Jaho is preparing a gang war and weapon smuggling ring. Hoshino must find a way to defeat the killer who posses mystical ninja powers.
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Red Sun Rising (1994) ORIGINAL TRAILER [HD 1080p]
Type: Trailer • Published 2019-05-21
Top Cast
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Don Wilson
Thomas Hoshino
Terry Farrell
Det. Karen Ryder
Mako
Buntoro Iga
Michael Ironside
Capt. Meisler
Soon-Tek Oh
Yamata
Edward Albert
Decklin
James Lew
Jaho
Stoney Jackson
Gamal
Yuji Okumoto
Yuji
James Hatch
Ray
Forry Smith
Steve
Peter Vasquez
Hector
Jacqueline Obradors
Rita
Leonard O. Turner
Councilman Royce
Diana Lipari
Newswoman
Ken Davitian
Cab Driver
Dennis Keiffer
Mercenary
Art Camacho
Malito Lieutenant
Release History & Theatrical Window
September 1, 1994
Wide Cinema Exhibition
October 11, 2024
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Francis Megahy
- Screenplay & Story
- Robert Easter
- Original Score
- John Coda
- Original Title
- Red Sun Rising
- Country of Origin
- United States of America, Japan
- Spoken Languages
- Japanese, English
- Runtime
- 1h 39m
- Production Studios
- Amritraj Entertainment, Gorilla Pictures, RSR Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Francis Megahy
Robert Easter, Neva Friedenn, Paul Maslak
John Coda
John Newby
John Weidner
Paul Maslak, Neva Friedenn, Ashok Amritraj
Department Leadership Roster
Francis Megahy
Director
John Coda
Original Music Composer
John Weidner
Editor
Paul Maslak
Producer
Neva Friedenn
Producer
John Newby
Director of Photography
Robert Easter
Screenplay
Craig Anthony Cook
Costume Design
Wendy Guidery
Production Design
Patrick J. Statham
Stunt Coordinator
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Red Sun Rising
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Red Sun Rising about?
Thomas Hoshino is a tough Japanese detective, who lost his partner by a deadly Yakuza killer Jaho. He tracks down the killer and his master to Los Angeles, where he teams up with Det. Karen Ryder. Soon they discover that Jaho is preparing a gang war and weapon smuggling ring. Hoshino must find a way to defeat the killer who posses mystical ninja powers.
Who directed Red Sun Rising?
Red Sun Rising was directed by Francis Megahy.
Who stars in Red Sun Rising?
The principal cast of Red Sun Rising includes Don Wilson, Terry Farrell, Mako, Michael Ironside, Soon-Tek Oh.
When was Red Sun Rising released and how long is it?
Red Sun Rising was released in 1994 with a total runtime of 1h 39m.
Who composed the musical score for Red Sun Rising?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Red Sun Rising was composed by John Coda.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Red Sun Rising?
Red Sun Rising holds official age classifications: DE: 18 (FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.).