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Martial Law II: Undercover

Martial Law II: Undercover

Action · Crime · 1991

Sean and Billie are undercover cops and martial arts masters. Investigating the death of a cop, they uncover a deadly ring of murder and corruption at a glitzy nightclub, where the rich are entertained by seductive women and protected by martial arts experts. Billie goes undercover to infiltrate the crime ring, leading to an explosive finale.

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Martial Law II: Undercover

“Urban Warriors With A Badge, Their Bodies Are Their Weapons...”

1991 Action · Crime 1h 35m

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6.1 / 10

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Sean and Billie are undercover cops and martial arts masters. Investigating the death of a cop, they uncover a deadly ring of murder and corruption at a glitzy nightclub, where the rich are entertained by seductive women and protected by martial arts experts. Billie goes undercover to infiltrate the crime ring, leading to an explosive finale.

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Names above the title

The people responsible.

Directed by

Kurt Anderson

Written by

Richard Brandes · Pierre David · Jiles Fitzgerald

Cynthia Rothrock

Cynthia Rothrock

Billie Blake

Jeff Wincott

Jeff Wincott

Sean Thompson

Paul Johansson

Paul Johansson

Spencer Hamilton

Evan Lurie

Evan Lurie

Tanner

C

Charles Taylor

Dobbs

Sherrie Rose

Sherrie Rose

Bree

Billy Drago

Billy Drago

Captain Krantz

Court is in session

Put Martial Law II: Undercover on trial.

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The defence The Adrenaline Seeker

“Momentum is a formal choice.”

The velocity sharpens instinct and tension, making every beat land before self-importance can settle in.

The prosecution The Auteur Devotee

“Speed as an alibi.”

The film races past its weak spots and hopes acceleration will keep the audience from inspecting the evidence.