Deadly Prey

Deadly Prey

In Vietnam, he was the best... He still is!

Directed by David A. Prior

Produced by Action International Pictures

198785 min4.9 / 10

A brutal 1980s action thriller built on relentless combat, kidnapping, and survival against sadistic mercenaries in a swamp setting.

A group of sadistic mercenaries led by Col. John Hogan kidnap Michael Danton from his home, and set him loose on the grounds of their secret camp to be used as training for new recruits. Danton has been called the "most perfect killer ever." Now, he'll have to prove it again. This prey has become DEADLY!

Questions people ask

  • Is Deadly Prey violent? Yes, very. More violent than 99% of films.

  • Is Deadly Prey scary? Yes, very. More frightening than 94% of films.

  • Is Deadly Prey easy watching? No. Less comforting than 92% of films.

  • Is Deadly Prey sad? Barely. Less sad than 89% of films.

  • Does Deadly Prey end with hope? Not especially. Less hopeful than 70% of films.

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28/ 100

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Rarity87

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Surprise20

How much more it delivers than it promises

Love4

How much audiences actually like it

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Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.

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