The Golden Child poster

The Golden Child (1986)

"Eddie Murphy is the chosen one."

5.919861h 34mEN
ActionAdventureComedy

Directed by Michael Ritchie

Rating

5.9/10

Runtime

1h 34m

Language

EN

Release

December 12, 1986

Director

Michael Ritchie

Official Trailer

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Overview

After a Tibetan boy, the mystical Golden Child, is kidnapped by the evil Sardo Numspa, humankind's fate hangs in the balance. On the other side of the world in Los Angeles, the priestess Kee Nang seeks the Chosen One, who will save the boy from death. When Nang sees social worker Chandler Jarrell on...

Cast

Eddie Murphy

Eddie Murphy

Chandler Jarrell

Charles Dance

Charles Dance

Sardo Numspa

Charlotte Lewis

Charlotte Lewis

Kee Nang

J.L. Reate

J.L. Reate

The Golden Child

Victor Wong

Victor Wong

The Old Man

Randall 'Tex' Cobb

Randall 'Tex' Cobb

Til

James Hong

James Hong

Doctor Hong

Shakti Chen

Shakti Chen

Kala

Tau Logo

Tau Logo

Yu

Masanori Toguchi

Masanori Toguchi

Khan

Pons Maar

Pons Maar

Fu

Peter Kwong

Peter Kwong

Tommy Tong

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The Golden Child (1986), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

After a Tibetan boy, the mystical Golden Child, is kidnapped by the evil Sardo Numspa, humankind's fate hangs in the balance. On the other side of the world in Los Angeles, the priestess Kee Nang seeks the Chosen One, who will save the boy from death. When Nang sees social worker Chandler Jarrell on television discussing his ability to find missing children, she solicits his expertise, despite his skepticism over being "chosen."

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of The Golden Child. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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