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The Protector (1985): Cast, Box Office & Where to Watch

The Protector (1985) movie poster

The Protector is a 1985 action thriller directed by James Glickenhaus, starring Jackie Chan as Billy Wong, Danny Aiello and Saun Ellis. It runs 1 hour 34 minutes and earned $981,817 worldwide. Stream it on Amazon MX Player and Amazon Prime Video, or rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Google Play Movies.

Where to watch
The Protector (1985) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 34m (94 min)
Director
James Glickenhaus
Genres
Action , Thriller , Crime
Original language
English
Studio
Orange Sky Golden Harvest
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is The Protector About?

The premise of The Protector without spoilers.

After his partner is killed in a robbery, NYPD officer Billy Wong teams with rookie Danny Garoni. While providing security at a fashion show, they watch the wealthy Laura Shapiro abducted. Federal agents suspect her father of colluding with Hong Kong drug lord Mr. Ko, prompting the police commissioner to dispatch Billy and Danny to Hong Kong to uncover the kidnapping and dismantle the drug network.

The Protector Themes & Keywords

· 50 tags
  • hong kong
  • drug lord
  • new york city
  • murder of a police officer
  • blood splatter
  • rescue
  • hostage
  • machismo
  • interracial friendship
  • buddy cop
  • shipping container
  • speedboat
+38 more
  • death of partner
  • two man army
  • shot to death
  • boat chase
  • foot chase
  • exploding helicopter
  • crime boss
  • police officer
  • hand to hand combat
  • fistfight
  • shootout
  • tough cop
  • tough guy
  • one man army
  • action hero
  • hero
  • female full frontal nudity
  • blood
  • kung fu
  • violence
  • exploding boat
  • kidnapping
  • martial arts
  • one against many
  • vietnam war veteran
  • breasts
  • bar shootout
  • bribe
  • street gang
  • duel
  • police raid
  • police commissioner
  • robbery
  • buttocks
  • brass knuckles
  • fight to the death
  • informant
  • secret laboratory
Where to watch

Where to Watch The Protector

Stream it on Amazon MX Player and Amazon Prime Video, or rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Google Play Movies. US availability and prices from JustWatch.

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Cast & crew

The Protector Cast & Characters

Jackie Chan leads the cast as Billy Wong, with Danny Aiello as Danny Garoni and Saun Ellis as Laura Shapiro. Directed by James Glickenhaus; 35 actors are credited in all.

Also Starring in The Protector

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Show all 35 cast members
Box office

The Protector Box Office

The Protector grossed $981,817 worldwide.

1985 box office

Worldwide gross

$981.8K

US & Canada
$981.8K
Cars

Cars in The Protector

31 cars on screen, including the 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero and the 1974 Dodge Tradesman.

All 31 cars
  • 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero in The Protector 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero Main role
  • 1974 Dodge Tradesman in The Protector 1974 Dodge Tradesman Important role
  • 1977 Ford Cortina Estate MkIV in The Protector 1977 Ford Cortina Estate MkIV Important role
  • 1976 Honda Accord in The Protector 1976 Honda Accord Important role
Details

The Protector Also Known As

24 alternative titles, including “威龍猛探” and “El Protector”.

Also known as
  • 威龍猛探
  • El Protector
  • 프로텍터
  • 위룡맹탐
  • Ochránce
  • O Protetor
  • Der Protector
  • Покровитель
  • 威龙猛探
  • Le Retour du Chinois
  • Mannen utan fruktan
  • Leszámolás Hongkongban
+12 more
  • Ochránce spravedlnosti
  • מומחה קטלני
  • Contra cronometru
  • A Fúria do Protetor
  • Закрилникът
  • 성룡의 프로텍터
  • Protektor
  • Người Bảo Vệ
  • Πύρινος εξολοθρευτής
  • Koruyucu
  • กูกู๋ปืนเค็ม
  • プロテクター

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FAQ

The Protector FAQ: Where to Watch, Cast & Box Office

Runtime, release date, director, cast, where to watch, box office and post-credit scenes of The Protector, each answered in a sentence.

How long is The Protector?

The Protector runs 1 hour 34 minutes (94 minutes).

When was The Protector released?

The Protector was released on June 15, 1985.

Who directed The Protector?

The Protector was directed by James Glickenhaus.

More films by James Glickenhaus

Who is in the cast of The Protector?

The Protector stars Jackie Chan as Billy Wong, Danny Aiello as Danny Garoni and Saun Ellis as Laura Shapiro, among 35 credited actors.

Where can I watch The Protector?

In the US, The Protector is streaming on Amazon MX Player, Amazon Prime Video and Fawesome and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Google Play Movies and MovieMe (availability from JustWatch).

How much did The Protector make at the box office?

The Protector grossed $981,817 worldwide.

Does The Protector have a post-credit scene?

No. The Protector has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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