The Challenge
Directed by John Frankenheimer
Rick, a down-and-out American boxer, is hired to transport a sword to Japan, unaware that the whole thing is a set up in a bitter blood-feud between two brothers, one who follows the traditional path of the samurai and the other a businessman. At the behest of the businessman, Rick undertakes samurai training from the other brother, but joins his cause. He also becomes romantically involved with the samurai's daughter.
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Top cast
Scott Glenn
Rick
Toshirō Mifune
Toru Yoshida
Donna Kei Benz
Akiko Yoshida
Atsuo Nakamura
Hideo Yoshida
Calvin Jung
Ando
Clyde Kusatsu
Go
Sab Shimono
Toshio Yoshida
Kiyoaki Nagai
Kubo
Kenta Fukasaku
Jiro
Shōgo Shimada
Toru Yoshida's Father
Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch The Challenge online?
The Challenge is not currently included with any streaming subscription in United States, but you can rent or buy it digitally on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Fandango At Home. Availability differs by country, so it may be on a subscription service elsewhere.
Is The Challenge on Netflix?
No — The Challenge is not currently on Netflix in any of the countries we track.
Can I rent or buy The Challenge online?
Yes. In United States, The Challenge can be rented on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Fandango At Home and purchased on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Fandango At Home.
In which countries can I stream The Challenge?
As of August 6, 2026, The Challenge is included with a streaming subscription (or free with ads) in Spain, among the countries we track.
Streaming availability last checked on August 6, 2026. Catalogues change frequently — data from TMDB and JustWatch.
