Jean-Claude Van Damme portrays Frank Dux, the main protagonist and a skilled fighter who enters the Kumite tournament.
Bolo Yeung plays Chong Li, the ruthless and formidable reigning champion of the Kumite.
Donald Gibb takes on the role of Ray Jackson, an American fighter and friend of Frank Dux who also competes in the Kumite.
Leah Ayres appears as Janice Kent, a reporter who follows Frank Dux to cover his journey in the Kumite tournament.
Norman Burton is Helmer, a military officer sent to bring Frank Dux back to the United States against his will.
Forest Whitaker portrays Rawlins, a CIA agent investigating Frank Dux's involvement in the Kumite tournament.
Roy Chiao plays Senzo Tanaka, Frank Dux's mentor who teaches him martial arts and prepares him for the Kumite.
Philip Chan appears as Captain Chen, a Hong Kong police officer who supports Frank Dux during the Kumite.
Kenneth Siao Wai-Keung is Victor Lin, a competitor in the Kumite who faces off against Frank Dux.
Paulo Tocha portrays Paco, a fighter in the Kumite tournament who becomes one of Frank Dux's rivals.
Pierre Rafini plays Young Frank in flashback scenes depicting Frank Dux's training and upbringing.
Kimo Lai Kwok Ki appears as Hiro, a competitor in the Kumite tournament who tests Frank Dux's skills.
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