Ron Van Clief
ActingAbout Ron Van Clief
Ron "The Black Dragon" Van Clief is a martial arts legend. Born in Brooklyn, New York in 1943, he started martial arts training in his early teens. At 5 feet 10 inches and 190 pounds, Van Clief was fast, powerful, and tough. He won 10 New York State Full-Contact Karate Championships. He won multiple Karate Point-Fighting Titles. By the early 1970s he had earned his 10th Degree Black Belt. His karate record was reported to be 110-8. In 1994 at age 51, he launched a comeback on December 16, 1994 fighting former World JuJitsu Lightheavyweight and Ultimate Fighting World Champion Royce Gracie. The Black Dragon landed one good punch, but was taken to the canvas where after a valiant battle was choked into submission, thus ending one of the greatest fighting careers in martial arts history.
Ron Van Clief Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Ron Van Clief reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 22 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Ron Van Clief's work falls within the Action genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 27% of Ron Van Clief's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Hot Lead Hard Fury, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Ron Van Clief Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Ron Van Clief's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Ron Van Clief has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
Ron Van Clief - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Ron Van Clief?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ron Van Clief is "Hot Lead Hard Fury" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Ron Van Clief acted in?
Ron Van Clief has been featured in at least 22 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Ron Van Clief?
Other notable films include "Death by Misadventure: The Mysterious Life of Bruce Lee", "Enter the Clones of Bruce", and "Bamboo Trap".