When official diplomatic efforts are stymied by Vietnamese treachery and denials, Braddock takes matters into his own hands. He travels to Thailand to recruit an old Army friend turned black-market kingpin, (played by M. Emmet Walsh ), and launches a daring, unofficial mission into the jungle to liberate the prisoners and bring them home. Production and Development
One Man Against an Army: A Look Back at Missing in Action (1984) Missing in Action 1984.avi
The story follows , a former Vietnam War prisoner of war who escaped a brutal camp ten years prior. Haunted by his experiences, Braddock joins a U.S. government investigation team traveling to Ho Chi Minh City to probe reports of American soldiers still held captive. When official diplomatic efforts are stymied by Vietnamese
Chuck Norris dedicated the film to his younger brother, Wieland , who was killed in action in Vietnam in 1970. Cast and Crew Colonel James Braddock Chuck Norris Jack "Tuck" Tucker M. Emmet Walsh Senator Porter David Tress Lenore Kasdorf General Trau James Hong Legacy and Reception Production and Development One Man Against an Army:
Released on November 16, 1984, is a quintessential 1980s action film that helped cement Chuck Norris as a premier international action star. Directed by Joseph Zito , this Cannon Films production tapped into the era's fascination with the Vietnam War POW/MIA issue, delivering a high-octane rescue fantasy that resonated with audiences despite lukewarm critical reception. The Plot: Braddock’s Return
: A prequel detailing Braddock's years in the POW camp.
Despite being criticized by reviewers as "xenophobic" and "amateurish," the film was a massive commercial success, grossing over on a budget of roughly $2–$4 million. It spawned two follow-up films: