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Beverly Hills Ninja
1997 88 min United States of America PG-13 12+
★5.0
Comedy, Action
Director: Dennis Dugan
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Description
Haru, an orphaned American who washes ashore in Japan and is mistaken for the great White Ninja of legend. Raised among the finest Ninjas, Haru grows strong and big - very big. With the grace of all Three Stooges rolled into one body, Haru is an embarrassment to his clan. But when a beautiful blonde pleads for his help, Haru is given one dangerous, disastrously funny chance to prove himself.
Budget:
$18M
US Gross:
$31.48M
Worldwide:
$31.48M
Starring
Chris Farley
Actor
Nicollette Sheridan
Actor
Robin Shou
Actor
Awards
MTV Movie & TV Awards 1997
— Best Comedy Performance
Key opinion
Beverly Hills Ninja is widely cherished as a nostalgic, feel-good comedy anchored by Chris Farley’s infectious physical performance. While some critics dismiss its thin plot and dated tropes, fans appreciate it as a lighthearted parody that successfully balances slapstick humor with a genuine, upbeat charm.
| Acting | Chris Farley delivers an iconic, high-energy comedic performance characterized by surprising physical grace and expressive mimicry. | |
| Originality | The film functions as a lighthearted, enjoyable parody that skillfully plays with action-movie tropes and classic martial arts clichés. | |
| Humor | The humor is derived from the protagonist's ineptitude and physical contrast with the ninja world, drawing frequent comparisons to the slapstick dynamics of Kung Fu Panda. | |
| Screenplay | The narrative is simple and predictable, with some reviewers finding the plot thin or poorly structured in its second half. | |
| Culture | The film’s reliance on 1990s cultural stereotypes regarding East Asian traditions is viewed by some as dated and awkward, while others accept it as a product of its time. |