Ring of Steel
“Death just became a spectator sport.”
Synopsis
A champion fencer accidentally kills an opponent in a match. Disgraced, he is blackballed from the fencing community, until a mysterious stranger saves his life one night from a gang of muggers. He soon finds himself caught up in the world of underground illegal swordfights, where combatants fight to the death.
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Robert Chapin
Alex Freyer
Wil Darwin Adams
Bouncer
Carol Alt
Tanya
Mark Arnott
Richard
Michael Blanks
Hood #3
Henry Brown
Detective Smith
Melvin Jones
Hood #2
Joe Don Baker
Man in Black
Darlene Vogel
Elena Carter
Jim Pirri
Brian
Gary Kasper
Jack
Don Stark
Lt. Taylor
Carlos Lauchu
Tony
Greg Wrangler
Chuck
Axel Muench
Hans
Gene LeBell
MiB Bodyguard
Travis McKenna
Trebor
David Speaker
Fencing Director
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 30, 1994
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- David Frost
- Screenplay & Story
- Robert Chapin, David Frost
- Original Score
- Jeff Beal
- Original Title
- Ring of Steel
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 34m
- Production Studios
- Shapiro-Glickenhaus Entertainment
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
David Frost
Robert Chapin, David Frost
Jeff Beal
MacKenzie Waggaman
Norman Buckley
James Cullingham, Alan M. Solomon, David Speaker, James Glickenhaus, Leonard Shapiro
Department Leadership Roster
Robert Chapin
Writer
David Frost
Writer
Jeff Beal
Original Music Composer
MacKenzie Waggaman
Director of Photography
Norman Buckley
Editor
Nicholas T. Preovolos
Production Design
Nina Canter
Costume Design
James Cullingham
Producer
Alan M. Solomon
Producer
David Speaker
Producer
David Frost
Director
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 Ring of Steel
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Ring of Steel about?
A champion fencer accidentally kills an opponent in a match. Disgraced, he is blackballed from the fencing community, until a mysterious stranger saves his life one night from a gang of muggers. He soon finds himself caught up in the world of underground illegal swordfights, where combatants fight to the death.
Who directed Ring of Steel?
Ring of Steel was directed by David Frost.
Who stars in Ring of Steel?
The principal cast of Ring of Steel includes Robert Chapin, Wil Darwin Adams, Carol Alt, Mark Arnott, Michael Blanks.
When was Ring of Steel released and how long is it?
Ring of Steel was released in 1994 with a total runtime of 1h 34m.
Who composed the musical score for Ring of Steel?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Ring of Steel was composed by Jeff Beal.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Ring of Steel?
Ring of Steel holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).