Firewalker

Firewalker follows two bold treasure hunters who chase a legendary gold hoard said to fuse riches from distant civilizations. Max Donigan, a hard edged loner, teams with Patricia Goodwin, a cautious archaeologist, as they piece together ancient clues that span jagged canyons, dense jungles, and sun baked ruins. Their pursuit draws the attention of ruthless rivals and shadowy powers who believe power lies in the gold itself. As the pair deciphers maps, statues, and glyphs that link Aztec and Maya legends with Egyptian symbols and Apache lore, they face traps and moral temptations. The movie blends punchy action with comic banter as danger escalates and loyalties shift.

Directed by J. Lee Thompson, Firewalker adapts material credited to Robert Gosnell, Jeffrey M Rosenbaum, and Norman Aladjem. Released in 1986, the film pairs Chuck Norris with Louis Gossett Jr in a high energy adventure.

Critical response was mixed, with praise for brisk pacing and Norris's screen presence while some critics found the plot thin and the tone uneven. The film explores greed and loyalty under pressure, as ancient legend collides with contemporary danger and surprising humor.