One Man Against an Army: A Look Back at Missing in Action (1984)
Chuck Norris dedicated the film to his younger brother, Wieland , who was killed in action in Vietnam in 1970. Cast and Crew Colonel James Braddock Chuck Norris Jack "Tuck" Tucker M. Emmet Walsh Senator Porter David Tress Lenore Kasdorf General Trau James Hong Legacy and Reception Missing in Action 1984.avi
Despite being criticized by reviewers as "xenophobic" and "amateurish," the film was a massive commercial success, grossing over on a budget of roughly $2–$4 million. It spawned two follow-up films: One Man Against an Army: A Look Back
: A sequel where Braddock returns to Vietnam to rescue his wife and son. Missing in Action (1984) - Plot - IMDb It spawned two follow-up films: : A sequel
The film's concept was inspired by an early 1983 treatment for Rambo: First Blood Part II written by James Cameron that was circulating in Hollywood. Cannon Films rushed Missing in Action into production to release it before the Rambo sequel hit theaters.
The story follows , a former Vietnam War prisoner of war who escaped a brutal camp ten years prior. Haunted by his experiences, Braddock joins a U.S. government investigation team traveling to Ho Chi Minh City to probe reports of American soldiers still held captive.
Cookie Policy
This site uses cookies and other tracking technologies to assist with navigation, monitor site usage and web traffic, assist with our promotional and marketing efforts, customize and improve our services and websites, as set out in our Privacy Policy.