The Blood of Heroes
“When juggers play there is only one way to live - THE HARD WAY!”
Synopsis
Set in a futuristic world where the only sport that has survived in a wasted society is the brutal game known as jugging. Sallow, the leader of a rag-tag team, has played in the main Leagues before, but was cast out because of indiscretions with a lady. Now joined by a talented newcomer, Kidda, an ambitious young peasant girl, he and his team find they have one last chance for glory.
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Top Cast
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Rutger Hauer
Sallow
Joan Chen
Kidda
Vincent D'Onofrio
Young Gar
Delroy Lindo
Mbulu
Anna Katarina
Big Cimber
Hugh Keays-Byrne
Lord Vlle
Gandhi MacIntyre
Gandhi
Max Fairchild
Gonzo
Justin Monjo
Dog Boy
Casey Huang
Kidda's Father
Quang Dinh
Samchin Head Elder
John Doumtsis
Samchin Timekeeper
Basil Clarke
Red City Overlord
Richard Norton
Bone
Cecilia Wong
Kidda's Mother
Aaron Martin
Samchin Boy
John Biro
Samchin Peasant #1
Brian Cawley
Samchin Peasant #2
Release History & Theatrical Window
February 23, 1990
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$882K
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- David Webb Peoples
- Screenplay & Story
- David Webb Peoples
- Original Score
- Todd Boekelheide
- Original Title
- The Blood of Heroes
- Country of Origin
- United States of America, Australia
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Worldwide Gross
- $882K
- Production Studios
- Handistom Investment, Kings Road Entertainment, Kamisha Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
David Webb Peoples
David Webb Peoples
Todd Boekelheide
Frank Hammond, David Eggby
Richard Francis-Bruce
Richard Francis-Bruce, Charles Roven
Department Leadership Roster
David Webb Peoples
Writer
David Webb Peoples
Director
Richard Francis-Bruce
Editor
Charles Roven
Producer
Guy Norris
Stunt Coordinator
Glenn Ruehland
Stunt Coordinator
David Eggby
Director of Photography
John Stoddart
Production Design
Terry Ryan
Costume Design
Todd Boekelheide
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Blood of Heroes
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Blood of Heroes about?
Set in a futuristic world where the only sport that has survived in a wasted society is the brutal game known as jugging. Sallow, the leader of a rag-tag team, has played in the main Leagues before, but was cast out because of indiscretions with a lady. Now joined by a talented newcomer, Kidda, an ambitious young peasant girl, he and his team find they have one last chance for glory.
Who directed The Blood of Heroes?
The Blood of Heroes was directed by David Webb Peoples.
Who stars in The Blood of Heroes?
The principal cast of The Blood of Heroes includes Rutger Hauer, Joan Chen, Vincent D'Onofrio, Delroy Lindo, Anna Katarina.
When was The Blood of Heroes released and how long is it?
The Blood of Heroes was released in 1989 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.
How much did The Blood of Heroes make at the box office?
The Blood of Heroes grossed $882K in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for The Blood of Heroes?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Blood of Heroes was composed by Todd Boekelheide.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Blood of Heroes?
The Blood of Heroes holds official age classifications: DE: 18 (FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).