Killer Instinct
Synopsis
For America, the Vietnam War is over. Johnny doesn't see it that way. This Special Forces soldier battles vicious Vietcong, a sadistic Russian advisor and his own peacenik girlfriend as he embarks on a deadly mission behind enemy lines.
Top Cast
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Robert Patrick
Johnny Ransom
Robert Dryer
Dmitri
William Steis
Jacobs
Morgan Douglas
Keller
Lydie Denier
Capt. Dupre
Joe Mari Avellana
Tran Van Minh
Henry Strzalkowski
Costello
Anthony East
Townshead
David Light
Nash
Mel Davidson
Mathews
Willie Williams
Brent
Jeff Griffith
Ashton
Donald Wilson
Townhead's Aide
Tord Karlsson
Townshead's Aide
Pierre Valderon
Townshead's Aide
James McKenzie
Townshead's Aide
Vic Miranda
Townshead's Aide
Steve Rogers
Townshead's Aide
Release History & Theatrical Window
May 1, 1988
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Cirio H. Santiago
- Screenplay & Story
- Joe Mari Avellana
- Original Title
- Killer Instinct
- Country of Origin
- Philippines, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 28m
- Production Studios
- Eastern Film Management Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Cirio H. Santiago
Joe Mari Avellana
Ricardo Remias
Pacífico Sánchez, Marc Tarnate
Antony I. Ginnane
Department Leadership Roster
Joe Mari Avellana
Production Design
Antony I. Ginnane
Producer
Cirio H. Santiago
Director
Joe Mari Avellana
Writer
Pacífico Sánchez
Editor
Marc Tarnate
Editor
Ricardo Remias
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Killer Instinct
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Killer Instinct about?
For America, the Vietnam War is over. Johnny doesn't see it that way. This Special Forces soldier battles vicious Vietcong, a sadistic Russian advisor and his own peacenik girlfriend as he embarks on a deadly mission behind enemy lines.
Who directed Killer Instinct?
Killer Instinct was directed by Cirio H. Santiago.
Who stars in Killer Instinct?
The principal cast of Killer Instinct includes Robert Patrick, Robert Dryer, William Steis, Morgan Douglas, Lydie Denier.
When was Killer Instinct released and how long is it?
Killer Instinct was released in 1988 with a total runtime of 1h 28m.