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Phantom Raiders (1988): cast, story & where to watch

1988 · Film · ★ 4.3

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Released in 1988, Phantom Raiders is an action film directed by Sonny Sanders, running about 90 minutes.

What it’s about. Deep within the steaming tropical jungles of Vietnam is a Viet Cong terrorist training camp, run by an ex-Green Beret, William Marshall. A roving photographer stumbles upon the hidden camp and starts to take pictures. He is caught and summarily executed but the photos make it back to Washington. The CIA decide to send in an elite team of jungle warfare commandos, the Phantom Raiders, to establish whether Marshall is a POW or has gone bad. But another element has been added to this dangerous game. One of the Phantom Raiders is Marshall's son. Now he must come face to face with the enigma that was his father. The Phantom Raiders is a non-stop film of explosive action, with enough mayhem to leave you breathless.

Who’s in it. Phantom Raiders stars Miles O'Keeffe as Python Lang, Mike Monty as Colonel Marshall, Kenneth Peerless and Jim Moss, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.3/10, Phantom Raiders has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Eternal Family. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Phantom Raiders page.

If you liked it. Fans of Phantom Raiders tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Phantom Raiders (1988)?
In US, Phantom Raiders is available to stream on Eternal Family. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Phantom Raiders worth watching?
Phantom Raiders holds an audience score of 4.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Phantom Raiders?
Phantom Raiders stars Miles O'Keeffe, Mike Monty, Kenneth Peerless, Jim Moss and Anthony East.
When was Phantom Raiders released?
Phantom Raiders was released in 1988, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.