The Golden Child

The Golden Child

1986 · 94 min · EN · PG-13 · 5.9 (1,233 votes)
Dir. Michael Ritchie · Starring Eddie Murphy, Charles Dance, Charlotte Lewis, J.L. Reate, Victor Wong, Randall 'Tex' Cobb · Music Michel Colombier

“Eddie Murphy is the chosen one.”

ActionAdventureComedy

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."

VIBE

This film feels like a vibrant, often silly journey where street-smart cynicism meets ancient mysticism. It's a propulsive, lighthearted adventure, blending fantastical elements with Eddie Murphy's signature comedic energy. Expect a charming, action-packed quest with a distinct 80s fantasy vibe, perfect for a fun, unpretentious watch.

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