Jean-Claude Van Dammeis among the most notable action stars whose proficiency inmartial arts and films has inspired future generations. However, the actor went on to star in one action-comedy that not only got mixed reviews from his fans but also won a now infamous Razzie Award. The 1997 flop,Double Team,has found a new streaming home onTubiand features the action star as a counter-terrorist agent on a mission. Hong Kong filmmakerTsui Harkdirected the feature from a script byDon JakobyandPaul Mones.
The movie follows Jack Quinn (Van Damme), who is assigned to bring an elusive international terrorist, Stavros, to justice. However, things take a personal turn when Stavros kidnaps Quinn’s pregnant wife since his own lover and child were killed in an assassination attempt gone awry. As Quinn embarks to save his wife, aiding him in his rescue is his weapons dealer friend Yaz. Accompanying Van Damme’s Jack in the movie is an amazing ensemble cast includingDennis Rodmanas Yaz,Paul Freemanas Alex Goldsmythe,Mickey Rourkeas the antagonist Stavros, andNatacha Lindingeras Jack’s wife, Kathryn Quinn. Hark, well known for his works likeThe Butterfly MurdersandOnce Upon a Time in China,did not land his American directorial debut; the movie was criticized for its various elements. It has a critics' score of 11% onRotten Tomatoes. However, for the fans of the genre and the actor, the movie experience can today prove to be a campy affair with enough laughs to go around.
What’s Next for Jean-Clude Van Damme?
The fan-favorite actor is booked and busy, participating in many projects even at his age. He was last seen inJames Cullen Bressack’sDarkness of Manplaying Interpol operative Russell Hatch. Next,he’ll star inValeri Milev’sKill ‘Em All 2, in which he reprises the role of Philip, a spy newly out of retirement, as the movie is a direct sequel to 2017’sKill ‘Em All. The film additionally featuresJacqueline Fernandezas Vanessa,Peter Stormareas CIA Agent Holman, andMaría Conchita Alonsoas FBI Agent Sanders. Furthermore, the actor is developing anautobiographical film titledWhat’s My Name?which does not have a release date yet, andDavid Charhon’sLe jardinieralongsideMichaël YounandNawell Madani.
Double Teamwill stream on Tubistarting July 16, 2025. You can check out the trailer above and stay tuned to Collider for more such updates.
Double Team
