Kickboxer

Kickboxer 8  (2025)

As of mid-2025, there is no official confirmation or release for a film titled Kickboxer 8. The latest chapter in the Kickboxer franchise is actually Kickboxer: Armageddon, which serves as the third and final installment of the recent rebooted trilogy. Directed by Dimitri Logothetis, who also co-wrote the script, this upcoming film continues the story of Kurt Sloane, played by Alain Moussi.

In Kickboxer: Armageddon, Kurt Sloane embarks on a personal mission to avenge the death of his wife. His journey takes him deep into the brutal underground fighting world of Thailand, where he must confront a dangerous cult leader named Cesare, portrayed by Scott Adkins. The film promises to deliver intense martial arts action and dramatic confrontations, maintaining the gritty tone that fans expect from the series. Mark Dacascos also joins the cast, adding further star power and martial arts expertise to the lineup.

The production is planned to start filming in spring 2025, with locations including Mississippi and Malta. Warner Bros. Home Entertainment has acquired distribution rights for the United States and Canada, suggesting a broad release strategy. While an exact release date has not been officially announced, it is anticipated that Kickboxer: Armageddon will premiere sometime in 2026.

Regarding the prospect of a Kickboxer 8, there has been no indication from the filmmakers or studios that the franchise will continue beyond this upcoming installment. The focus currently appears to be on concluding the reboot trilogy with Armageddon, which aims to provide a satisfying closure to Kurt Sloane’s storyline and the broader reboot narrative.

Fans of the Kickboxer series can look forward to Kickboxer: Armageddon as the next major chapter, blending martial arts spectacle with emotional stakes. Whether the franchise will be revived again in the future remains uncertain, but for now, the spotlight is on delivering a memorable and action-packed finale.