Overview

Dark Angel follows Carl Cole (Dolph Lundgren), a former soldier and now a convict who escapes from prison to help a small-town sheriff, Joe Maxwell (Brian Benben), stop a mysterious and dangerous scientist, Dr. Kramer (Billy Drago). The scientist has developed a mind-controlling substance that threatens the lives of the town’s residents. Packed with high-octane action, shootouts, and stunts, the film blends Lundgren’s muscle-bound heroism with a sci-fi thriller premise.

Highlights

Dolph Lundgren delivers a stoic and powerful action-hero performance.

Fast-paced action sequences with gunfights, chases, and hand-to-hand combat.

A mix of small-town thriller tension and sci-fi conspiracy.

Supporting cast adds humor and stakes, balancing the heavy action.

Most Memorable Moments

Carl’s breakout from prison, demonstrating his strength and tactical skills.

The intense showdown in the laboratory, combining strategy and brute force.

Chase scenes with vehicles and creative stunts.

Final confrontation where Carl uses both brains and brawn to stop Dr. Kramer.

Fan Reactions

“Classic Dolph Lundgren — tough, silent, and unstoppable.”

“Fun mix of sci-fi and action, even if the plot is a bit cheesy.”

“Good old-school action with memorable stunts and shootouts.”

Final Verdict

Dark Angel is a solid late-80s/early-90s action thriller with Dolph Lundgren at his peak. While the story may feel familiar, the action sequences, stunts, and Lundgren’s commanding presence make it entertaining for fans of classic action cinema.

Rating: 6.2/10