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The Octagon

1980 · Film · 104 min

Directed by Eric Karson

AdventureActionThriller

Scott James, a veteran martial arts expert, is recruited as the protector of the wealthy and beautiful Justine after she becomes the target of a ninja clan. When Scott finds out that his ruthless arch-nemesis, McCarn , is involved with the stealthy and dangerous criminals, he is eager to settle old scores. Soon Scott is facing off against McCarn and the entire ninja horde in an effort to take them all down.

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  1. PositiveembitMar 20, 2026

    His late seventies movies like Octagon, Lonewolf Mcquade, force of one and of course Delta Force are all cult classic action movies.

  2. NeutralwesturnerMar 20, 2026

    Of this list of martial arts films: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_martial_arts_films

    Which are similar in plot and character arc to

    "Man of Tai Chi"? https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Man_of_Tai_Chi

    Which Chuck Norris films are also similar?

    > Forest Warrior, A Force of One, The Octagon, Forced Vengeance, Sidekicks,

    Which "hacker films" are also similar?