White Phantom
“The New American Hero”
Synopsis
A group of camouflaged ninjas stealing a small case of plutonium from a transport vehicle in broad daylight in California. Back in his office in Sanzhi, Taiwan, The Colonel (Bo Svenson) receives word of the heist and the top suspect is the Sakura family. Selected for the job of locating this stolen nuke material is Mai Lin (Page Leong), an informant/dancer. Willi (Jay Roberts, Jr.), a drunken American playboy who is prone to playing the harmonica teams up with Mai Lin. Willi also just happens to be a white ninja.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
White phantom Trailer 1987 (VHS Capture)
Type: Trailer • Published 2016-06-19
Top Cast
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Willi
Bo Svenson
The Colonel
Page Leong
Mai Lin
H.F. Chiang
Book Store Owner
Kathy McClure
Daughter
H.L. Wang
Number #1
Y.L. Ku
Dogs
Y.H. Wong
Ears
T.W. Chen
Frankie
Yao Lin
Bodyguard
C.F. Chen
The Assassin
D.M. Shen
Boy #1
D.C. Shen
Boy #2
Bill Fiege
Truck Driver
Christine Wong
Girl at Levee
Li Wei
Driver at Levee
Gregory Snegoff
Sanada (voice)
W.L. Lin
Whore #1
Release History & Theatrical Window
September 1, 1987
Wide Cinema Exhibition
January 1, 1989
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Dusty Nelson
- Screenplay & Story
- Chris Gallagher, David Hamilton, Dusty Nelson
- Original Score
- Kevin Klingler, Bob Mamet, Robert J. Resetar
- Original Title
- White Phantom
- Country of Origin
- Taiwan, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English, Mandarin, Spanish
- Runtime
- 1h 29m
- Production Studios
- Overseas FilmGroup, Bonaire Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Dusty Nelson
Chris Gallagher, David Hamilton, Dusty Nelson
Kevin Klingler, Bob Mamet, Robert J. Resetar
Alan Brennecke
Carole A. Kenneally
Michael Scordino, Roy McAree, Lim K.L.
Department Leadership Roster
Dusty Nelson
Director
Chris Gallagher
Writer
David Hamilton
Writer
Roy McAree
Producer
Lim K.L.
Producer
Carole A. Kenneally
Editor
Alan Brennecke
Director of Photography
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
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About White Phantom
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is White Phantom about?
A group of camouflaged ninjas stealing a small case of plutonium from a transport vehicle in broad daylight in California. Back in his office in Sanzhi, Taiwan, The Colonel (Bo Svenson) receives word of the heist and the top suspect is the Sakura family. Selected for the job of locating this stolen nuke material is Mai Lin (Page Leong), an informant/dancer. Willi (Jay Roberts, Jr.), a drunken American playboy who is prone to playing the harmonica teams up with Mai Lin. Willi also just happens to be a white ninja.
Who directed White Phantom?
White Phantom was directed by Dusty Nelson.
Who stars in White Phantom?
The principal cast of White Phantom includes Jay Roberts Jr., Bo Svenson, Page Leong, H.F. Chiang, Kathy McClure.
When was White Phantom released and how long is it?
White Phantom was released in 1987 with a total runtime of 1h 29m.
Who composed the musical score for White Phantom?
The original motion picture soundtrack for White Phantom was composed by Kevin Klingler, Bob Mamet, Robert J. Resetar.
What is the age rating and content advisory for White Phantom?
White Phantom holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).