This movie is bonkers. Gymnastics is the greatest martial art | So Bad It's Good #63 

Because of copyright claims on this video, I was editing it at 2 AM last night while suffering from covid. My apologies for any oddities that made it into the video because of my delirious state, but I wanted to make sure you had something to laugh at this morning. I appreciate all of you.

I remember sneaking into the theater to see this when it came out. My 11 year old brain thought it was the coolest movie ever LMAO

Thank you for making the Barbarian Bros “laugh” the new swear bleep!

The girl is Tetchie Agbayani. She appeared in the German edition of Playboy July 1982. She was the hotness back in the 80s and she was in Emerald Forest as one of the natives. She's still actively appearing in TV talk shows and telenovelas in the Philippines to this day.

This is, by far, the best channel I’ve stumbled across on RU-vid in a long while. Keep it up 👍🏼

I had to look him up, but apparently Kurt Thomas, the protagonist of this movie, was a serious competitor in Gymnastics. He won many gold medals and had a pommel horse routine that was named after him and was one of his signature moves. (As you could likely guess lol) He was 5 feet, 5 inches tall. His record was only matched by one gymnast in 2018. Kurt sadly passed away from a tear in part of his brain that caused him to have a stroke. He was 64 at the time. For some reason I always like to look up facts about the cast of these kinds of movies and I can't explain why :P Also the big muscular character was named, "Thorg," which is even funnier to me XD

IRL: In the 80's Ragan developed a Early Warning system to alert the US if the USSR launched a missle, it was called Star Wars. That's what the Star Wars was referring to. The plot of the movie was for our Hero to win the tournament & he gets a wish, & his wish was for Parmesan to allow the US to put an Early Warning system in their country.

Richard Norton is one of my all time favorite So Bad, It's Good actors. He has a treasure trove of bad movies worth a watch, including ones he's acting in along side with Jackie Chan, Chuck Norris, and Cynthia Rothrock.

This is by far the best episode of SBIG to date, loved having all 4 of you guys on screen at once. R.I.P. Kurt Thomas(yeah, I know, ouch. Only 64.) and Erin was right, he was a gold medalist.

You guys are the best team with spot on jokes , I binged all their videos and got six packs by just laughing 😂

Just a side note, but Kurt Thomas died of a stroke in 2020 caused by a tear in an artery in his brain stem, he was 64 and 5.5ft.

I love when you put the windows error message over people who lose their train of thought. Its such a funny diss.

Kurt Thomas (the gymkataist? Is that even a word?) passed away in 2020, 64 years old. I will always treasure Gymkata. It's up there with Miami Connection of so bad it's amazing greatness. And his stunts (which he did himself) are truly impressive.

Started watching you guys 3 weeks ago on my brother's recommendation and been loving your videos since then. Thanks for bringing everyone together for this movie, it's a childhood favorite of mine. It starts a little slow but when the gymnastics fighting starts it turns into shit crazy fun.

There's still room in the front for one more chair! Pam will get in there one day! I love those falling dummies. I wish there was a way to grade '80s action movies based on the quantity or quality of dummies they threw off of cliffs or rooftops. Watching them hit the bottom is always comedy gold. It's even better when they hit something halfway down and go into a spin. I'd love it if they randomly threw one of those into a modern Marvel movie or something, when everything else was CG. The arrows suddenly thudding into people was also great, though. Even when you knew it was coming, like with the dad, it still happens so fast that it gets a big reaction. Great video! Glad you loved it as much as we do.

I was never completely sure Bryan and Dave were two different people, so I really enjoyed this episode.

I loved it! Lmao this was awful in the best way! Having all 4 of you there with pam dying off screen was hysterical. And the system error moments when someone brain farts is comedic genius and my favorite part of every video! Keep this up! It's all GOLD!

25:57 It never fails. My dude just needs a catheter. He gets to stay out of the bathroom, and you all get to awkwardly watch the bag fill up, out of your periphery, during the movie. Win-win.

When you guys were trying to guess what gymnastic set pieces might lie ahead, and no one said, "pommel horse", I almost cackled with glee. It's the one scene I remembered vividly after seeing this movie long ago. Your reactions were worth it.

I do remember watching this as a kid and thinking this guy is awesome. I never recalled anything except he was being hunted though. Now as a adult it's absolutely hysterical.

First man ever to ask a woman talk more... Classic line

I love movies like this that are obv based on a true story 11/10

The way that man screams when he shot with an arrow in the market was so genuine. That dude sold it.

Gymkata is a classic! Yes! Literally used to check the TV guide every week for this and the Last Dragon and they usually came on around 2AM. Lol

Your editing efforts are appreciated, and it's amazing to have the entire gang together to enjoy this utterly bonkers classic.

Awesome video! I loved seeing all four of you together and the movie was great!

Oh yeah! Saw the post you were doing this one. Looking forward to watching it! Thanks again Jason, get well soon man.

😂😂 this channel popped on my feed a couple weeks ago. Absolutely love it. Watched countless videos !!! Got a new SUBSCRIBER!!🤘🏻

This was so good. I loved the fake dummy shots of the people falling in the ravine. Loved having the four of you guys doing the reaction and reviews. So funny. If you guys are looking for other so-bad-it's-good movies, I'm sure you already have 500 suggestions, Zombie 3 is another classic

Love your reviews been bingeing them having recently discovered your channel... Great to see all 4 of you in frame, although there is a tendency for four drunk people to talk over each other 😆

Also great to see all four of you in this one! Been loving your channel!

The entire group is in this, nice. You guys look wholesome together.

Another great episode. Great to see all of you on screen at the same time. Jason's off color comments were hilarious. Dave is super good at calling something before it happens. Erin's reactions and amazement to everything is priceless. Brian is always trying to insert actual facts, with zero success. You guys are awesome.

Just got home from work. Got the craft beer chilling, waiting for my girl to wake up and this day will be off to a great start with a new video :-)

Another great vid guys, get well soon dude and keep them coming. I look forward to these videos, always great viewing and funny af.

I’ve been waiting for this collaboration!!

You owe us no apologies bro, your real fans want nothing but the best for you at all times, continue to get better 💪🏾

Fiiiiinally all 4 😍 Gonna enjoy this. Cheers Guys and greetings. Stay safe 🇩🇪

I'm so Happy you have decided to put all 4 on the screen. I hope to see a few more videos in the future with everybody on the show.

Love this guys keep It up! Look forward to your videos

I hope you get better. Health comes first. Thanks for another upload.

Barry Gibb is Richard Norton, absolute legend in martial arts, was in lots of Jackie Chan films in the 80s

I enjoyed ALL 4 of you too. Chemistry between you guys is Gold! FEEL BETTER, SOON.. Peace.

Really great how the channel is developing, you guys always makes me laugh, especially Jason with his comments, I wish you all the best !

it seems like the way to defeat gymkata guy is to not go near him while he's flipping around on your inexplicably placed pommel horse in the middle of town. little guy will tire himself out eventually. then you can just grab him.

It was really bad. I got constipated just watching it on your channel however as always you 4 made it bearable and fun. Your remarks are fantastic. Btw i dont know the name of your lady co-host but shes funny as hell especially when she averts her eyes to avoid seeing compromising angles. She's got an infectious laugh. Keep up the great work.

Lol having all four of you for this one was awesome. Much appreciated

Yess!!! I love this movie!!! Thank you so much for pushing through illness to finish it. Your fans appreciate this! HI-KEEBA!

Here's an interesting thought: The premise of this movie is essentially that gymnastic movement translates well into impressive theatrical combat (regardless of how realistically effective it might be); we can say with a degree of certainty that this was what the person responsible for this movie was thinking of when they came up with the idea. My proposition is this: how much easier would it be for an audience to suspend their disbelief if the term 'gymkata' is never introduced to the film? Think about it; once you see or hear the word, you know and are expecting to see the protagonist use conventional gymnastics in an unrealistic fight scene. It instantly becomes comedic. What if they NEVER introduce the hero as a gymnast; what if they NEVER use the stupid word 'gymkata' - which just begs mockery on the face of it; what if it's just a silly martial arts film - where there just happen to be a facsimile of a pommel horse in the middle of a mob lynching? Granted, it's still stupid. But is it more of a thriller and less of a comedy?

This chair set up looks like that meme where that girls on a couch and a bunch of dudes are standing behind her.(you know which meme I’m talking about)

In the late 70s early 80s, Kurt Thomas was the premier male American gymnast. He won a few world titles and was favored to medal in 1980 when we boycotted the summer Olympics. He didn't really do any other movies before he died of a stroke in 2020 at 64.

I agree, the black bodysuit with the parachute pants outfit was pretty spiffy, it was a fashion trend in the 80s that carried over from the disco era.

I laughed so hard on my lunch break watching you guys review this gem 😂😂😂

Another magic episode!!! Hope you and the Tall One are both healthy and well asap! Looking forward to the next episode with the whole clan

your videos honestly make me feel like I'm watching with friends. you guys rock

Discovered this channel a few weeks back, and I absolutely love it. I lay in bed and binge watch every night. Btw, congrats on your steadily growing subs! Keep these great reviews coming.

I'm so glad you got everyone together

Great seeing the whole crew having fun watching another awesome movie! Keep up the great content!

That was awesome! Great job crew.

Great job guys and gal. I laughed out loud quite a few times. Nice editing too! Subbed. Keep up the good work :)

Great job, much appreciated! Feel better!

I found this channel a few weeks ago and this is the first time i ever turned on notifications for a channel. Everybody involved in this is great. Even off cam Pam lol

I dunno how the hell this channel was recommended to me but I've been hooked ever since! Thanks for all the hilarious content and get well soon 🙏

Omg I saw this movie when I was in my teens. You guys had me crackle up watching this. Love your channel brings back memories.

Great vid, u guys are awesome! Good to have u all together in this vid, Daves laugh is the best lol

Aw dang, good to see all 4 of you together! You folks have great chemistry, good to see.

This actually came on Turner Classic Movies one night. The Golden Age movie lovers went livid.

Thank you for this!!!

This movie is terrific. I rewatched it in 2021. Twice. Overdue for a rewatch.

OH I LOVE THIS SETUP! ALL OF THE 4 HORSEPERSONS ON SCREEN!!! YES!!! This is so much WIN.

One of the best so many great moments in the movie and in the commentary.

No rings? “Maybe in the sequel” Gymkata 2: The Lord of the Rings

I've really enjoyed your channel, Jason. The way you and your friends shoot the shit and enjoy yourselves with these silly movies. It feels very comforting to watch, feels like i'm apart of the group and watching dumb movies with friends.

Loved this movie selection and the 4-person viewing. It's finally the culmination of hilarious people and their commentary in one vid.

An amazing upload as usual guys! The first time I saw this I thought it was some sort of parody, but it is in fact THAT horrible. Hilarious commentary as usual keep it up guys!

Another great one! Great to see the whole gang in this one.

Looks like Mcgyver's been put on a hot wash and shrunk 🤣 You should check out Picasso trigger. Hope you feel better mate 👍

If you have a bad movie, if no one else can stand to watch it, and if you can't find movies so bad they're good, maybe you can hire... The B-Team! You guys are hilarious and tons of fun. I found your channel a couple of weeks ago and I've been binge watching it to death!

It's Sunday, I'm at home and RU-vid recommends your newest SBIG... Love it!

Wow, this is a "gem" that always gets brought up by martial artists during movie discussions. I'm impressed yall made it to the end and found enjoyment 😂 It's there. Takes a special person to find it lol

The Barbarian Bros "Errrp" is the best, and you wifes reactions always make me smile

YESSS, you need a mini movie theater now

Just started watching your channel. Have binged watched all your videos. I grew up through the 80's and boy did they churn out loads of So Bad Its Good Movies! Beast Master, Tresure Of The Four Crowns and The Sword & The Sorcerer too name but a few. Keep up the good work 👏 👏

I love how everyone was here for this absolute classic

God bless you, guys. I've been looking for the name of this film for months! All I could remember from seeing it as a teenager is that it was a lot like "The Most Dangerous Game," and that the setting looked vaguely like Caucasus.

Gymkata is what happens when the entire production team is snorting their weight in coke every day! “Ssssnnnniiiiifffff………yup looks good to me. Next scene”

Great review! I told you, brother, Gymkata is an experience!

4 people! You got the crew together!!!

Dave's reaction when he calls him dad killed me

Can't get enough of your channel. I've been binge watching the videos since I found it and running out of ones I haven't seen. Ill be starting on the old videos but their format isnt as good. It's the mystery science theater format one year or less old that are just the greatest

Oh the fun of rewatching old episodes!

Love seeing the whole gang here (and off-camera Pam of course)

If you're really that interested in what the "Barry Gibb" guy with the feathered has been in, he was also in City Hunter with Jackie Chan. Which is another truly great good bad film that I know you guys would really love. By the way, the actor's name is Richard Norton.

Love your channel jason...did you notice in this movie one minute he has a red sweater then he's wearing a white jacket over it then he's back to just wearing a red sweater lol😁

God, I remember watching this as a teenager. It was on late night tv in the UK. It's one of those films that just left me scratching my head...

Very excited to see this, the greatest achievement of gymnastics on film

It was a stroke of genius to use the UUUUUURRRR! barbarian sound to bleep out the cursing.

This was AWESOME!

You guys are wonderful, thank you for the laughs. I totally felt the same way with the break dancing iron horse kicks LMAO. BTW you've probably already seen it but there is a weird John De Hart interview on youtube with some girl dressed up as a villain.

Absolutely awesome 👏 I remember watching this as a kid on late night uk tv and the village of the crazy’s scene always scared me 🙈 😂 Keep up the good work