10.0
10.0
Defend Yourself!
1985
as Herself
Cynthia Rothrock
Also known as: Cynthia Ann Christine Rothrock
Acting
Born:March 8, 1957(age 69)
Birthplace:Wilmington, Delaware, USA
Nationality:United States
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CommunityBiography
Cynthia Rothrock (born March 8, 1957) is an American martial artist and actress in martial arts films. She holds black belt rankings in seven styles of martial arts and was a high-level competitor in martial arts before becoming an actress. In 2014, she was inducted into the International Sports Hall Of Fame. In 2016, Martial Arts History Museum bestowed Rothrock the official title of "The Queen Of Martial Arts." Rothrock was born in Wilmington, Delaware, and began training in martial arts at the age of 13. She quickly rose through the ranks, winning numerous championships in karate, kickboxing and taekwondo. In 1981, she was named World Champion in Forms and Weapons. In 1985, Rothrock made her film debut, alongside Michelle Yeoh, in the Hong Kong action film "Yes, Madam!" The film was a box office success and made Rothrock a star in Asia. She went on to star in several more Hong Kong films, including "Millionaires' Express" (1986), "Magic Crystal" (1986), "Righting Wrongs" (1986) and "Lady Reporter" (1989). Rothrock would return to the United States to further her acting career in many more martial arts films, including two "China O'Brien" movies in 1990, as well as "Lady Dragon" (1992), "Rage And Honor" (1992) and "Sworn To Justice" (1996). In 2024, Rothrock co-wrote, produced and starred in a crowd-funded martial arts western, entitled "Black Creek," for which there's also an accompanying graphic novel. Rothrock made history by becoming the inaugural woman to grace the cover of Karate Illustrated (August 1981)[20] and holds the distinction of being the first woman featured on the cover three times in the magazine's history. In March 2024, Black Belt Magazine named Rothrock in its list of "The Most Influential Women Martial Artists on the Planet." Along with teaching martial arts, Rothrock is also a successful businesswoman, with her own line of martial arts clothing and accessories.
Filmography (83 movies)
10.0
10.0
Encyclopedia of Martial Arts: Hollywood Celebrities
1995
as Self
8.5
8.5
Masters of the Martial Arts Presented by Wesley Snipes
1998
as Self
7.6
7.6
Righting Wrongs
1986
as Senior Insp. Sandy Jones / Cindy Si
7.1
7.1
Yes, Madam!
1985
as Senior Inspector Carrie Morris
7.0
7.0
In Search of the Last Action Heroes
2019
as Herself
6.8
6.8
The Martial Arts Kid
2015
as Cindy
6.8
6.8
The Last Kumite
2024
as Julie Jackson
6.7
6.7
Iron Fists and Kung Fu Kicks
2019
as Self
6.7
6.7
Taken from Rio Bravo
2024
as Margaret
6.7
6.7
Millionaires' Express
1986
as Mountain Bandit
6.5
6.5
Darkness of Man
2024
as Nurse Leslie
6.5
6.5
Death Fighter
2017
as Valerie
6.3
6.3
Magic Crystal
1986
as Cindy Morgan
6.2
6.2
Eye for an Eye
1996
as Tina
6.2
6.2
Lady Reporter
1989
as Cindy
6.1
6.1
Martial Law II: Undercover
1991
as Billie Blake
6.1
6.1
The Inspector Wears Skirts
1988
as Madam Law
6.1
6.1
Martial Law
1990
as Billie Blake
5.9
5.9
Fast Getaway
1991
as Lilly
5.8
5.8
Fyre Rises
2024
as Commander Bodie
5.7
5.7
The Art of Action: Martial Arts in the Movies
2002
as Self
5.7
5.7
Re-Enter the 'New York Ninja'
2021
as Self
5.6
5.6
No Retreat, No Surrender 2: Raging Thunder
1987
as Terry
5.6
5.6
Lady Scorpions
2024
as Alena Moore
5.6
5.6
China O'Brien
1990
as China O'Brien
5.5
5.5
City Cops
1989
as Inspector Cindy
5.4
5.4
Tiger Claws
1991
as Linda Masterson
5.4
5.4
Rage and Honor II: Hostile Takeover
1993
as Kris Fairchild
5.4
5.4
Cinema of Vengeance
1994
as Self
5.4
5.4
Sworn to Justice
1996
as Janna
5.3
5.3
Fight to Win
1987
as Sensei Lauren
5.2
5.2
Night Vision
1997
as Kristin O'Connor
5.2
5.2
Modern Warriors
2002
as Self
5.2
5.2
Lady Dragon
1992
as Kathy Galagher
5.2
5.2
Redemption
2002
as Erin Murphy
5.2
5.2
Irresistible Force
1993
as Charlotte Heller
5.2
5.2
The Dukes of Hazzard: Reunion!
1997
as Bertha Jo
5.2
5.2
Undefeatable
1993
as Kristi Jones
5.1
5.1
Mercenaries
2014
as Mona
5.1
5.1
China O'Brien II
1990
as China O'Brien
5.0
5.0
Manhattan Chase
2000
as Nancy
5.0
5.0
New York Ninja
2021
as Det. Janet Flores (voice)
5.0
5.0
American Expendables: The Films of North American Pictures
2024
as Self (archive footage)
5.0
5.0
Tiger Claws II
1996
as Linda Masterson
4.9
4.9
Rage and Honor
1992
as Kris Fairchild
4.6
4.6
Lady Dragon 2
1993
as Susan 'The Golden Angel' Morgan
4.6
4.6
Prince of the Sun
1990
as Bencheuk
4.5
4.5
Fast Getaway II
1994
as Lilly
4.4
4.4
Guardian Angel
1994
as Cynthia McKay
4.3
4.3
A Doggone Hollywood
2017
as Mom in Car
4.3
4.3
Asian Ghost Story
2016
4.3
4.3
Lost Bullet
2003
as Cynthia
4.3
4.3
Honor and Glory
1992
Producer
4.1
4.1
Outside the Law
2002
Executive Producer
4.0
4.0
Black Creek
2024
Producer
4.0
4.0
Tiger Claws III
1999
as Linda Masterson
4.0
4.0
Angel Of Fury
1992
as Nancy Bolan
3.9
3.9
Star Raiders: The Adventures of Saber Raine
2017
as Kandra Syn
3.9
3.9
Fury of the Fist and the Golden Fleece
2018
as Counter Attendant
3.8
3.8
Santa's Summer House
2012
as Nanna
3.8
3.8
Portrait in Red
1995
as Laurel
3.5
3.5
Sci-Fighter
2004
as Sally Kirk / The White Dragon
3.4
3.4
Cool Cat Saves the Kids
2015
as Momma Cat
3.3
3.3
Showdown in Manila
2016
as Haines
3.3
3.3
American Tigers
1996
as Herself
3.2
3.2
24 Hours to Midnight
1985
as Devon Grady
3.0
3.0
Deep Cover
1997
as FBI Special Agent Kate Mason
2.2
2.2
Badass Showdown
2013
as Ivy
2.0
2.0
Buckle Up
2023
as Lady X
2.0
2.0
The Hostage
1998
as Agent Rebecca Peters
2.0
2.0
Jungle Heat
1988
1.2
1.2
Cool Cat Kids Superhero
2018
as Momma Cat
Chinese Hercules: The Bolo Yeung Story
TBA
as Self
No Witnesses
1990
Vendetta Vette
TBA
as LaRue
Angel the Kickboxer
1993
as Kristi Jones
Spirit2Power
2014
as Self
Prey of Wrath
TBA
as Brenda Sands
Operation Dagon
TBA
Ryan Carson
2022
as Ally Watson
Fists of Fury
2017
as Self
No Time To Think
2024
as Rachel Adams
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