The Golden Child (1986) movie poster

The Golden Child (1986)

"Eddie Murphy is the chosen one."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 75%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 30% (RT: 22%, MC: 37) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
ActionAdventureComedy

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Runtime
1h 34m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
5.9/10 (1,158 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
22%
Metacritic
37
Cast
Eddie Murphy as Chandler Jarrell
Charles Dance as Sardo Numspa
Charlotte Lewis as Kee Nang
J.L. Reate as The Golden Child
Victor Wong as The Old Man
James Hong as Doctor Hong
Shakti Chen as Kala
Most people think so. 75% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 1,158 votes. Critics scored it lower at 30%, but audiences disagreed.
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 television discussing his ability to find missing children, she solicits his expertise, despite his skepticism over being "chosen." Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • During production of The Golden Child, the crew faced numerous challenges but managed to complete the shoot ahead of schedule.
  • It remains one of the highest-rated action films of 1986 among dedicated fans.
  • The iconic poster for The Golden Child was designed at the very last minute before marketing began.
Audience Consensus

The Golden Child is a 1986 action, adventure, comedy film directed by Michael Ritchie. 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.". The film has been rated by 1,158 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a action film, The Golden Child delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling.

The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. The Golden Child (1986) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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