Benny Urquidez

Benny Urquidez

Born: June 20, 1952
in Tarzana, Los Angeles, California, USA
Benny Urquidez (born June 20, 1952) is an American kickboxer, martial arts choreographer and actor. Nicknamed "The Jet", Urquidez was a non-contact karate competitor who later pioneered full-contact fighting in the United States. He made the transition from point to full-contact karate in 1974, the year of its inception in the US, frequently fighting in bouts where the rules were ambiguous and contrasts in styles were dramatic. Urquidez is also known for once holding the rare achievement of six world titles in five different weight divisions, and remained largely undefeated in his 27-year career. His only loss came in a Muay Thai match which was shrouded in controversy, as Urquidez had only agreed to a no-decision exhibition, a clause which was ignored when the fight had ended.

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Action Legends: Warriors of the Silver Screen
Title: Action Legends: Warriors of the Silver Screen
Character: Self
Released: September 15, 2023
Type: Movie
An in depth look at martial arts on film and off with interviews including Don "The Dragon" Wilson, Eric Lee, Benny "The Jet" Urquidez, Jeff Langton, Ernie Reyes Sr., and more!
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Here Comes A New Challenger
Title: Here Comes A New Challenger
Character: Self
Released: December 31, 2022
Type: Movie
Here Comes A New Challenger details the origins of the gaming phenomena that is Street Fighter II and how it impacted the lives of kids and teenagers worldwide. It explores not just the tournament aspect of the series, but what made it special to players who didn't have the opportunity to play it in the arcades but in the comfort of their own home. Bedrooms and living rooms became the arcade as children challenged their friends to become champions of the playground.
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Title: The Art of Action
Character: Self
Released: June 28, 2020
Type: TV
International action star Scott Adkins talks with some of the world's most renowned names in the action and martial arts film industry to discover what it takes to make good action movies and how to film fights.
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Awaken
Title: Awaken
Character: Dimitri Kope
Released: July 7, 2015
Type: Movie
A random group of people wake up on an Island where they are being hunted down in a sinister plot to harvest their organs.
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Underdog Kids
Title: Underdog Kids
Character: Judge
Released: June 7, 2015
Type: Movie
Inner city kids from a poor neighborhood go up against the undefeated Beverly Hills Junior National Karate Team.
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Dragon Blade
Title: Dragon Blade
Character: Extra (uncredited)
Released: February 19, 2015
Type: Movie
Huo An, the commander of the Protection Squad of the Western Regions, was framed by evil forces and becomes enslaved. On the other hand, a Roman general escapes to China after rescuing the Prince. The heroic duo meet in the Western Desert and a thrilling story unfolds.
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Title: Too Young to Die
Character: Self
Released: July 14, 2012
Type: TV
Those who knew them best describe the sensational lives and premature deaths of iconic actors and musicians whose passing left a void in pop culture.
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1408
Title: 1408
Character: Claw Hammer Maniac
Released: June 22, 2007
Type: Movie
A man who specializes in debunking paranormal occurrences checks into the fabled room 1408 in the Dolphin Hotel. Soon after settling in, he confronts genuine terror.
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Spider-Man
Title: Spider-Man
Character: Mugger (uncredited)
Released: May 1, 2002
Type: Movie
After being bitten by a genetically altered spider at Oscorp, nerdy but endearing high school student Peter Parker is endowed with amazing powers to become the superhero known as Spider-Man.
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And Now You're Dead
Title: And Now You're Dead
Character: Karloff
Released: October 15, 1998
Type: Movie
Professional thief Martin is assigned to steal the largest diamond in the Czech Repbulic, the Czar's Prism for $3M. Needing extra help, Martin brings in his former partner Mandy, an excellent sharpshooter with lethal martial arts skills. Together with two young pickpockets, the group sets out in an adventure of espionage, double-crossing, and explosive action.
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Masters of the Martial Arts Presented by Wesley Snipes
Title: Masters of the Martial Arts Presented by Wesley Snipes
Character: Self
Released: August 18, 1998
Type: Movie
Special honoring the grand masters of the martial arts with guest stars from film and television, music performances, live demonstrations, competitions and tributes to Jackie Chan, Bennie "The Jet" Urquidez, Cynthia Rothrock, Billy Blanks, Ernie Reyes Sr., and Shaka Zulu.
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Grosse Pointe Blank
Title: Grosse Pointe Blank
Character: Felix La PuBelle
Released: April 11, 1997
Type: Movie
Martin Blank is a hitman for hire. When he starts to develop a conscience, he botches a couple of routine jobs. On the advice of his secretary and his psychiatrist, he decides to attend his ten-year high school reunion in Grosse Pointe, Michigan.
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For Life or Death
Title: For Life or Death
Character: Shadow Monk Fighter
Released: January 23, 1996
Type: Movie
A man named Kaan Woo (James Lew) is escaping his dark past, having been involved with a cult of brown shroud-wearing, druid-like monk warriors that have mystical powers. He apparently wanted out, because their evil queen, Ling Li (Nancy Kwan) has sent her servant, Sir Xavier (Richard Norton) to do her bidding - i.e., eliminate Woo. During a battle with the dark forces, Woo's soul is transferred into the body of homeless drunkard Earl Stockman (Mark Pellegrino). Now this bum is as surprised as anybody to find out he has mystical kung-fu abilities. Now "Superbum" must take on the evil cult and win the day.
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Street Fighter
Title: Street Fighter
Character: Sagat Gang Member (uncredited)
Released: December 23, 1994
Type: Movie
Col. Guile and various other martial arts heroes fight against the tyranny of Dictator M. Bison and his cohorts.
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Death Match
Title: Death Match
Character: Himself
Released: October 26, 1994
Type: Movie
A kickboxing champ and a reporter are searching for a missing man, but they turn up a series of illegal kickboxing matches run by an arms dealer.
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Title: Chicago Hope
Released: September 18, 1994
Type: TV
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Diggstown
Title: Diggstown
Character: Referee
Released: August 14, 1992
Type: Movie
Gabriel Caine has just been released from prison when he sets up a bet with a business man. The business man owns most of a boxing-mad town called Diggstown. The bet is that Gabe can find a boxer that will knock out 10 Diggstown men, in a boxing ring, within 24 hours. "Honey" Roy Palmer is that man - although at 48, many say he is too old.
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Gladiator
Title: Gladiator
Character: Spectator (uncredited)
Released: March 6, 1992
Type: Movie
Tommy Riley has moved with his dad to Chicago from a 'nice place'. He keeps to himself, goes to school. However, after a street fight he is noticed and quickly falls into the world of illegal underground boxing - where punches can kill.
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Bloodmatch
Title: Bloodmatch
Character: Billy Munoz
Released: August 21, 1991
Type: Movie
Brick Bardo is on a mission to find out which one of the world's greatest kickboxers killed his brother. Five years ago, one of the four champs was fixing fights and set up his brother in the fight that took his life. Now Bardo must take on the gang in the ring for an all-out kickboxing fight to the finish.
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Martial Law
Title: Martial Law
Character: Tong Member
Released: October 1, 1990
Type: Movie
An undercover cop teams up with a martial-arts expert to stop a gang of drug smugglers and car thieves.
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The Best of the Martial Arts Films
Title: The Best of the Martial Arts Films
Character: Himself
Released: January 1, 1990
Type: Movie
The most explosive barehanded combat sequences ever filmed. An electrifying video of martial arts mastery and mayhem. This program takes a behind-the-scenes look at the weapons, the mystical eastern philosophy, and the incredible skills that have made martial arts films one of the most popular genres in the world today.
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Tango & Cash
Title: Tango & Cash
Character: Thug (uncredited)
Released: December 22, 1989
Type: Movie
Ray Tango and Gabriel Cash are narcotics detectives who, while both being extremely successful, can't stand each other. Crime Lord Yves Perret, furious at the loss of income that Tango and Cash have caused him, frames the two for murder. Caught with the murder weapon on the scene of the crime, the two have no alibi. Thrown into prison with most of the criminals they helped convict, it appears that they are going to have to trust each other if they are to clear their names and catch the evil Perret.
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The Fighter
Title: The Fighter
Character: Jet - Undefeated World Kickboxing Champion
Released: June 2, 1989
Type: Movie
Ryan Travers has just been released from a prison in Bangkok, Thailand, after serving a five-year sentence for murder. His parents, running an antique shop in the area while waiting for their son to be released, are killed in an explosion perpetrated by the local mob after refusing to pay protection money. Ryan's news go from bad to worse when he learns his sister Katie is seriously ill and will need an operation. With only a dead end job at a construction site after his release, Ryan learns about a local underground fight ring and decides to enter to raise the money for his sister's medical fees and search vengeance.
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Road House
Title: Road House
Character: Laughing Henchman (uncredited)
Released: May 19, 1989
Type: Movie
The Double Deuce is the meanest, loudest and rowdiest bar south of the Mason-Dixon Line, and Dalton has been hired to clean it up. He might not look like much, but the Ph.D.-educated bouncer proves he's more than capable – busting the heads of troublemakers and turning the roadhouse into a jumping hot spot. But Dalton's romance with the gorgeous Dr. Clay puts him on the bad side of cutthroat local big shot Brad Wesley.
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Dragons Forever
Title: Dragons Forever
Character: Thug at Factory
Released: February 11, 1988
Type: Movie
A hot-shot lawyer is hired by a Hong Kong chemical plant to dispose of opposition to their polluting ways. But when he falls for a beautiful woman out to stop the plant, he is torn in a conflict of interest and asks his trusty friends Samo and Biao to help out at least until they discover the true purpose of the plant.
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Wheels on Meals
Title: Wheels on Meals
Character: One of Mondale's Men
Released: August 17, 1984
Type: Movie
Cousins Thomas and David, owners of a mobile restaurant, team up with their friend Moby, a bumbling private detective, to save the beautiful Sylvia, a pickpocket.
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Force: Five
Title: Force: Five
Character: Billy Ortega
Released: July 24, 1981
Type: Movie
A martial-arts expert leads a team of fellow martial artists to rescue a senator's daughter from an island ruled by the evil leader of a fanatical religious cult.
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Black Creek
Title: Black Creek
Released: December 31, 1969
Type: Movie
A dark, gritty, dystopian, western action martial arts film featuring a strong 'no-holds-barred' female protagonist portrayed by action film star Cynthia Rothrock. The plot centers around a sheriff’s sister who seeks revenge against the terrifying leader of a group of outlaws after discovering he brutally murdered her brother, his wife, and other family members in a gritty southwestern town.