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Surf Ninjas

  • 1993
  • Tous publics
  • 1h 27m
IMDb RATING
5.1/10
9.3K
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Leslie Nielsen in Surf Ninjas (1993)
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Two boys learn from a mysterious warrior that they are the heirs to the throne of Patusan and set out to overthrow the current monarchy.Two boys learn from a mysterious warrior that they are the heirs to the throne of Patusan and set out to overthrow the current monarchy.Two boys learn from a mysterious warrior that they are the heirs to the throne of Patusan and set out to overthrow the current monarchy.

  • Director
    • Neal Israel
  • Writer
    • Dan Gordon
  • Stars
    • Ernie Reyes Sr.
    • Rob Schneider
    • Ernie Reyes Jr.
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  • IMDb RATING
    5.1/10
    9.3K
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    • Director
      • Neal Israel
    • Writer
      • Dan Gordon
    • Stars
      • Ernie Reyes Sr.
      • Rob Schneider
      • Ernie Reyes Jr.
    • 80User reviews
    • 13Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 1 nomination total

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    Ernie Reyes Sr.
    • Zatch
    Rob Schneider
    Rob Schneider
    • Iggy
    Ernie Reyes Jr.
    Ernie Reyes Jr.
    • Johnny
    Nicolas Cowan
    • Adam
    John Karlen
    John Karlen
    • Mac
    Oliver Mills
    • Moto Surfer
    Jonathan Schmock
    Jonathan Schmock
    • School Cop
    Neal Israel
    Neal Israel
    • Mr. Dunbar
    Vladimir Parra
    • Back-up Singer #1
    Brandon Karrer
    • Back-up Singer #2
    Dathon Aragon
    • Back-up Singer#3
    • (as Dathan Aragon)
    Phillip Bayless
    • Back-up Singer #4
    Philip Tan
    Philip Tan
    • Captain Ming
    Keone Young
    Keone Young
    • Baba Ram
    Romy Walthall
    Romy Walthall
    • Miss Robertson
    • (as Romy Windsor)
    Rachel Kolar
    • Rachel
    Yoni Gordon
    • Wendell
    Sritao Thepchasoon
    • Dungeon Guard
    • Director
      • Neal Israel
    • Writer
      • Dan Gordon
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    User reviews80

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    Sprites

    It's cute!

    Okay, art it isn't, but this movie is rather cute! I don't understand why it wasn't better received. I rented it on video a few months after it was released, mostly because of Ernie Reyes Jr, and I quite enjoyed the film. All right, so maybe the acting wasn't top-notch, maybe the script wasn't Oscar-worthy, but it was great for 90 minutes of entertainment. Upon reading some reviews I wonder what some people expect for a ninja movie? If you want tons of silly laughs then see this movie.
    michellemybell

    I liked it.

    I saw this movie a few years ago and I happened to see it again recently. It is definitely not meant to be a super amazing martial arts movie in the sense of Bruce Lee. Rather this movie is supposed to be fun and lighthearted. I think it does its job. You can't judge it and say "Well that was a cheesy line". After all it was made in the early 90s so there is still a little of the 80s in the movie. It would be like watching those great movies of the 50s and mocking the dramatics of the women(ya know the screams with the hands on the face kinda deal.) People today just over think movies. If this movie makes you laugh and leaves you thinking... "I'm happy with the ending" then it served its purpose. It is just entertainment!!!!!!! And I like this movie!
    6lifeisnteverything

    Not a masterpiece, but it's pretty funny

    It never fails to amaze me--no matter how many times I read over the comments about "Surf Ninjas", I'm astounded by the sheer number that are written by people who must look down their noses at any movie that does not fit into the category of "serious film". You would think that an Oscar contender was being reviewed, not a children's movie from the early 90's about surfing ninja-princes.

    Come on. How much can a person expect from a movie called "Surf Ninjas"? All you can expect, as far as I'm concerned, are ninjas who surf. This movie has both, therefore it is a complete success.

    I have to say, I loved this movie when I was little. I rented it every weekend for three months straight. Last Christmas, I found a VHS of it at Wal-Mart for $3.99, and, of course, I bought it. When I watched it, I was pleasantly surprised that it not only lived up to what I remembered of it, but that it was full of inside jokes and one-liners that my kid's brain couldn't quite get, but that my now-adult brain totally comprehends. And, might I add, finds rather funny.

    Few movies could make a running gag out of a line like "Money can't buy knives", but "Surf Ninjas" pulls it off. Don't watch this expecting a masterpiece, but as a slice of good old 1990's nostalgia, it's great.
    jbdahl1

    Solid, fun feel-good ninja movie

    Excellent summer day or break movie, and its not a bad film I was in the target age range when it came out. And it is still not that bad even today, it has some actual fighters in the film, Ernie Reyes Jr, was also in TMNT II and stunt doubled in TMNT I. The younger brother is awful, but Reyes Sr, Jr., and Schneider are good, and John Karlen who plays Mac does give an extra level of fun to feel-good movie. The plot is more imaginative then other children's ninja movies, this in turns adds to the fun of the movie. The color palette, score and mood are cheery, mystical and very exciting, any toddler to even young adolescent will enjoy this movie.
    10liz_ard83

    My Favorite Movie

    Everything about this movie is ridiculous. The plot is dumb, the characters are cheesy, as the jokes are lame. It is one of the most hysterical movies I have ever watched.

    I saw it first when I was about 10 because my little brother was on a ninja movies kick. I think I liked it better than he did. Of course, back then I thought Johnny was cute.

    I'm quite a lot older now, and this movie still makes me laugh as I hard today as I did then. As pathetic as this movie is, it has to be my favorite.

    I think everyone on the planet should see this movie at least a dozen times. It's not a cinematic masterpiece, but it's worth every minute.

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    Storyline

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    • Trivia
      There's a real "Surf Ninjas" game for the Sega Game Gear, but it's completely different from what Adam was playing. However, the game Adam plays in the movie is also real. It was developed by Sega exclusively for use in the movie only.
    • Goofs
      When showing the battleship piece moving across the map of the world, it starts off on the east coast instead of L.A.
    • Quotes

      Zatch: Something not even money can buy: the knives of Kwantsu.

      Iggy: Knives? Oh yeah, seriously. That's something money can't buy. Knives. Once I went to a cutlery store and said 'Here's $100,000, can I buy a knife?' They said, 'NO. Money can't buy knives.' Gee, I guess that's why you hardly ever see any of 'em around.

      [Later]

      Iggy: On the third day of the expedition they came across a giant rubber plant. Unfortunately, they could not cut it down, for as we know, money can't buy knives. Walking around the plant, they continued on the shores of Patusan.

      Zatch: Is there no way we can shut this chattering monkey up?

      Lt. Spence: You know, I'd cut him. But, I don't have a knife.

    • Connections
      Featured in The Nostalgia Critic: Surf Ninjas (2008)
    • Soundtracks
      Barbara Ann
      Written by Fred Fassert

      Performed by The Beach Boys

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    • Release date
      • May 4, 1994 (France)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Surf Warriors
    • Filming locations
      • Chiang Mai, Thailand(Patu San)
    • Production company
      • New Line Cinema
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    Box office

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    • Gross US & Canada
      • $4,916,135
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $2,026,278
      • Aug 22, 1993
    • Gross worldwide
      • $4,916,135
    See detailed box office info on IMDbPro

    Tech specs

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    • Runtime
      1 hour 27 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Stereo
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.85 : 1

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