Miami Connection is a cult classic action film from the 1980s that has gained a significant following for its unique blend of martial arts, rock music, and over-the-top action sequences. If you love the genre and are looking for more films like it, here are 18 movies that capture the same spirit and excitement.
1. Samurai Cop
Samurai Cop is a low-budget action film that has garnered a cult following for its unintentional comedy and unique characters. The movie stars Robert Z’Dar and Matt Hannon, who play two detectives taking down a drug gang in Los Angeles.
2. The Room
While not an action film, The Room shares the same cult status for its bizarre storytelling and memorable performances. Directed by and starring Tommy Wiseau, this movie has become a midnight screening favorite.
3. Deadly Prey
Deadly Prey is an action-packed film about a Vietnam War veteran who is kidnapped and forced to participate in a deadly game of survival. Starring Ted Prior, this film is known for its intense action scenes and campy dialogue.
4. Gymkata
Gymkata combines gymnastics and martial arts in a unique and entertaining way. Starring Olympic gymnast Kurt Thomas, this film follows a gymnast who uses his skills to compete in a deadly competition to save his country.
5. Troll 2
Troll 2 is a horror-comedy film that has gained a cult following for its unintentionally hilarious moments and poor special effects. The movie features a family that moves to a town inhabited by vegetarian goblins.
6. Hard Ticket to Hawaii
Hard Ticket to Hawaii is an action film that features a mix of martial arts, gunfights, and beautiful Hawaiian scenery. Directed by Andy Sidaris, the movie stars Ronn Moss and Dona Speir as secret agents battling drug dealers.
7. The Last Dragon
The Last Dragon is a martial arts musical film that follows a young martial artist on his quest to become the “Master.” Starring Taimak and Vanity, this movie features memorable fight scenes and a catchy soundtrack.
8. Riki-Oh: The Story of Ricky
Riki-Oh: The Story of Ricky is a Hong Kong martial arts film known for its extreme violence and over-the-top action sequences. The movie stars Siu-Wong Fan as a young man with superhuman strength who fights his way through a corrupt prison.
9. Black Dynamite
Black Dynamite is a parody of 1970s blaxploitation films, featuring Michael Jai White as the titular character. The movie combines action, comedy, and a retro aesthetic to create a highly entertaining experience.
10. Kung Fury
Kung Fury is a short film that pays homage to 1980s action and martial arts movies. Directed by and starring David Sandberg, this film features time travel, dinosaurs, and a kung fu-fighting cop.
11. The Toxic Avenger
The Toxic Avenger is a cult classic superhero film from Troma Entertainment. The movie follows a janitor who becomes a mutated superhero after falling into toxic waste, starring Mark Torgl and Andree Maranda.
12. Big Trouble in Little China
Big Trouble in Little China is a John Carpenter-directed action-comedy film starring Kurt Russell as a truck driver who gets caught up in a supernatural battle in Chinatown. The movie combines martial arts, fantasy, and humor.
13. Flash Gordon
Flash Gordon is a science fiction film based on the comic strip of the same name. Starring Sam J. Jones and Max von Sydow, this movie is known for its campy style, vibrant visuals, and memorable Queen soundtrack.
14. Escape from New York
Escape from New York is a dystopian action film directed by John Carpenter and starring Kurt Russell as Snake Plissken, a convict sent into a maximum-security prison to rescue the President. The film is known for its gritty atmosphere and iconic character.
15. Road House
Road House is an action film starring Patrick Swayze as a bouncer hired to clean up a rowdy bar in a small town. The movie features intense fight scenes and a memorable performance by Swayze.
16. Battlefield Earth
Battlefield Earth is a science fiction film based on the novel by L. Ron Hubbard. Starring John Travolta and Barry Pepper, the movie follows a group of humans fighting against an alien race that has enslaved Earth.
17. Plan 9 from Outer Space
Plan 9 from Outer Space is an infamous science fiction film directed by Ed Wood. Known for its low-budget production and poor special effects, the movie has become a cult classic for its unintentional comedy.
18. Birdemic: Shock and Terror
Birdemic: Shock and Terror is a low-budget horror film that has gained a cult following for its poor acting, special effects, and dialogue. The movie follows a couple as they try to survive a bird attack on their town.
