John Henry Irons designs weapons for the military. When his project to create weapons that harmlessly neutralize soldiers is sabotaged...
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John Henry Irons designs weapons for the military. When his project to create weapons that harmlessly neutralize soldiers is sabotaged, he leaves in disgust. When he sees gangs are using his weapons on the street, he uses his brains and his Uncle Joe's junkyard know-how to fight back, becoming a real man of "steel."
Written by Thomas Pluck <stripey@winternet.com>
Shaquille O'Neal had to do all of his own stunts; the producers were unable to find a 7'1" stunt double for him.
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Goofs
Revealing mistakes:
Steel's armor is supposed to be made from steel which he's forged himself. Despite this the armor and helmet flexes as if made from painted rubber throughout the movie.
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Quotes
Uncle Joe:
Look-it here, boy! You ain't Superman! And you damn sure ain't gettin' paid! See more »