Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom is the second installment in the Indiana Jones film series. It was released in 1984 and directed by Steven Spielberg. The film serves as a prequel to “Raiders of the Lost Ark,” although it was actually released as a sequel.
In Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom, archaeologist and adventurer Indiana Jones, portrayed by Harrison Ford, finds himself in a precarious situation in 1935 Shanghai. After a deal goes awry, Indy, along with his companions, singer Willie Scott (played by Kate Capshaw) and child sidekick Short Round (played by Jonathan Ke Quan), ends up in a remote village in India.
The village is oppressed by a cult that practices human sacrifice and has stolen a sacred stone. Indy, Willie, and Short Round become embroiled in the cult’s plans and must navigate treacherous obstacles, including booby traps and a perilous underground temple. Their mission is to retrieve the sacred stone, save the children of the village, and ultimately stop the cult’s nefarious activities.
Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom is known for its intense action sequences, darker tone compared to its predecessor, and its iconic scenes, such as the mine cart chase. While it received mixed reviews upon release, it has gained a dedicated fan base over time and is considered an integral part of the Indiana Jones franchise.
Additional Details
- Movie Studio: Lucasfilm
- Year Released: 1984
- Type of Movie: Live Action
- Box Office: $333.1 million
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Cast
- Harrison Ford: Indiana Jones
- Kate Capshaw: Willie Scott
- Ke Huy Quan: Short Round
- Amrish Puri: Mola Ram
- Roshan Seth: Chattar Lal
- Philip Stone: Captain Philip Blumburtt
Crew
- Director: Steven Spielberg
- Screenplay: Willard Huyck and Gloria Katz
- Producer: Robert Watts
- Music: John Williams
