Logan's War: Bound by Honor

Logan's War: Bound by Honor is a 1998 American made-for-television action film directed by Michael Preece. It was written by Walter Klenhard, based on a story he wrote with Chuck Norris and his brother Aaron. Chuck Norris also starred in the film, with Eddie Cibrian and Joe Spano.

Logan's War: Bound by Honor
Official DVD cover
Written byWalter Klenhard
Story byChuck Norris
Aaron Norris
Walter Klenhard
Directed byMichael Preece
StarringEddie Cibrian
Chuck Norris
Joe Spano
Music byChristopher L. Stone
Country of originUnited States
Original languageEnglish
Production
Executive producersChuck Norris
Aaron Norris
ProducerGarry A. Brown
CinematographyKarl Kases
Running time95 minutes
Production companyNorris Brothers Entertainment
DistributorCBS
Release
Original networkCBS
Original releaseNovember 1, 1998 (1998-11-01)

Plot

In 1983, ten-year-old Logan Fallon witnesses the murders of his family (younger sister Jessica; their parents Nicholas and Terry) - along with five police officers - by Mafia thugs. Following said tragedy, Logan grows up on a New Mexico ranch owned by Jake Fallon (a former Green Beret and recipient of the Distinguished Service Cross) and Ben...the boy's paternal uncle and maternal grandfather, respectively.

Ultimately, Ben and Jake discover that Logan has been blessed with "proximity sense": the ability to perceive danger before it happens. Said gift previously saved Logan's life from the mobsters who slaughtered Jessica and their parents; sadly, his warnings were dismissed as youthful gibberish.

In 1991, Logan follows in Jake's footsteps by joining the Army and becoming a Green Beret. He learns martial arts and survival skills, becoming a tough and lethal fighting machine. Seven years later, he has achieved the rank of Staff Sergeant - and earned a Distinguished Service Cross of his own, by rescuing a downed U.S. Air Force Captain in Guatemala.

Logan returns to Jake's ranch, where they plan for Logan to leave the Army so he can avenge the murders of their loved ones. Logan is torn between obeying the laws of the land or living by his own rules. Traveling to Chicago, he visits his family's graves...and discovers that Nick's best friend - now his executor - has invested wisely over the past 15 years, thus becoming very wealthy.

Using the name "Jimmy Testa", Logan infiltrates the underworld clan responsible for his family's death. Under the wing of Sal Mercado, Jimmy works his way up the Mafia ladder. Meanwhile, FBI Agent John Downing - who himself has been pursuing the Fallon killers for over a decade - reviews the old case files after Logan contacts him anonymously. Jimmy has been contracted to assassinate Joseph Landers, a local judge; acting on Logan's tip, Downing arranges for the judge's death to be faked. For carrying out said hit, Jimmy is slated to become a "made man". But at his ceremony, Logan reveals his true identity to all those gathered...and proceeds to finish what the mob started 15 years ago, with an assist from his uncle Jake.

Cast

Production

Chuck Norris shares the credit of executive produce with Aaron Norris. Furthermore, the story is attributed to them and Walter Klenhard. Klenhard with Bob Gookin are credited for the screenplay. Eric Norris works as a second unit director.[1][2]

Release

On November first, 1998, the television film premiered on CBS, right after the newly released Walker, Texas Ranger episode, Norris' hit TV-series.[3]

Reception

Critical response

The television-film was ranked third among the thirteen most viewed shows of that week.[4]

Accolades

At the Lone Star Film & Television Award, director Michael Preece won Best TV Director.

Brendon Ryan Barrett was nominated for Best Performance in a TV Movie/Pilot/Mini-Series or Series - Leading Young Actor at the Young Artist Awards.[5]

See also

References
  1. Chuck Norris (2013). 5 Film Chuck Norris Collection (DVD). Echo Bridge Acquisition Corp LLC. 09600922143.
  2. "Logan's War: Bound By Honor (1998) - Overview - TCM.com". Turner Classic Movies. Retrieved December 6, 2017.
  3. Thomas, Bob (November 1, 1998). "Chuck Norris Day". Standard-Speaker: 46 – via Newspapers.
  4. Bauder, David (November 5, 1998). "Temptations movie makes sweet music for NBC". The Morning Call: 58 – via Newspapers.
  5. "Logan's War: Bound by Honor". Retrieved December 6, 2017 – via www.IMDb.com.
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