Bloodsport III

Bloodsport III

Year: 1996

Runtime: 91 mins

Language: English

Director: Alan Mehrez

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Alex Cardo returns to the underground Kumite, confronting the lethal champion Beast while seeking vengeance for his mentor Sun, murdered by crime boss Duvalier. To defeat both foes, Alex calls on old ally Leung, who directs him to the shaman Makato “the Judge”. Under the judge’s guidance, Alex learns to channel his mind and body’s energy for the ultimate showdown.

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Trace every key event in Bloodsport III (1996) with our detailed, chronological timeline. Perfect for unpacking nonlinear stories, spotting hidden connections, and understanding how each scene builds toward the film’s climax. Whether you're revisiting or decoding for the first time, this timeline gives you the full picture.

1

Late-night check-in with Jason

Alex wakes from a Kumite dream and checks on his 10-year-old son Jason in his bedroom. He learns Jason was suspended for fighting in school after defending himself from three bullies. Alex responds with understanding and suggests they bond with a camping trip.

Late night Alex's home
2

Camping plan as bonding moment

Alex suggests they go camping to bond. Jason agrees to the plan, signaling a rare moment of normalcy amid his father’s dangerous past.

Present day Home
3

Alex recalls his past life

To explain his motivation, Alex recounts his former life as a criminal and a prisoner. He recalls his tutelage under Master Sun and rising to become the Kumite champion. The flashback establishes the foundation of his present-day choices.

Past Flashback
4

India casino gamble

Alex describes traveling to India and gambling in a casino. Masked men arrive, steal money and a bag of diamonds, and Alex fights back, beating several of the robbers.

Past India casino
5

Duvalier’s diamonds assignment

Following the robbery, the casino owner persuades Alex to retrieve the package for him, which is tied to mob boss Duvalier. Duvalier invites Alex to a dinner party as thanks.

Past India
6

Duvalier presents the Beast and recruits

At Duvalier's dinner party, the mob boss unveils his top fighter, the Beast, and presses Alex to join his Kumite. Alex refuses, arguing he doesn't fight for profit.

Past Duvalier's mansion
7

Sun is killed to provoke Alex

To provoke him, Duvalier has Sun, Alex's mentor, killed, removing the spiritual father who guided him. The act intensifies Alex’s resolve to fight back.

Past Duvalier's party
8

Seeking guidance from Makato the Judge

Grief and anger drive Alex to seek guidance from Leung, who directs him to Makato 'the Judge' to learn a disciplined path and new techniques.

Past Leung's circle / Makato's locale
9

The Judge trains Alex

Makato the Judge teaches Alex to fully channel energy in mind and body, a discipline meant to help him rout the Beast in the Kumite.

Past Makato's training site
10

Duvalier blocks the arena

Duvalier lines the Kumite arena entrances with his men to block Alex’s entry, showing how far he will go to protect his investment.

Past Kumite arena
11

Alex infiltrates the Kumite

Alex finds a way to slip into the Kumite by posing as part of another fighter's entourage, circumventing Duvalier's guards and entering the competition.

Past Kumite arena
12

Finals showdown with the Beast

Alex and the Beast reach the finals. The Beast initially overwhelms him, but Alex recalls his training and knocks out the Beast. He spares Duvalier’s life, honoring Sun’s memory.

Finals Kumite arena
13

Present-day camping wrap-up

Back in the present, Alex and Jason finish their camping trip and drive away together, a quiet moment of father-son normalcy after their revelations.

Present day Campsite

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