The Jitters (1989) | Streaming Guide & Showtimes
The Jitters (1989) — In Chinatown, merciless gang goes on nightly rampages of theft and destruction. Merchant Frank Lee
The Jitters (1989) Storyline
In Chinatown, merciless gang goes on nightly rampages of theft and destruction. Merchant Frank Lee has no way of fighting back - until he's undead, murdered by the gangsters...but he returns to life transformed into a "Kyonshi" - Chinese version of a vampire - and ready to avenge his unjust death in a way that's sure going to give you the Jitters.
Full Cast & Crew
- Sal Viviano as Michael Derrick
- Marilyn Tokuda as Alice Lee
- Randy Atmadja as Frank Lee
- James Hong as Tony Yang Sr.
- Doug Silberstein as Leach
- Frank Dietz as Rat
- Jonathan Goldstein as Joey
- Lisa Foster as Jennifer
- Andrea Roth as Gang Gal
- John Quincy Lee as Tony Yang Jr.
- Jesse D'Angelo as Bobby
- Richard Thorne as Al
- Dave Roberts as Rocko
- Mark M. Cheung as Chan
- Joe Podnar as Monster Chan
Why Watch The Jitters?
The Vibe: The Jitters is a adrenaline-fueled and fast-paced action movie that firmly establishes itself as a must-watch from 1989. The pacing and atmosphere are perfectly calibrated to keep you engaged from start to finish.
Fan Reception: While holding a polarized score of 4.2/10, it retains a dedicated audience who appreciate its specific stylistic choices and unique premise.
Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for fans of high-octane spectacle and epic set pieces. If you enjoy character-driven arcs layered with action-specific tropes, this deserves a spot on your watchlist.
Movie Details & Production
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