Replicant is a 2001 American science fiction action film directed by Ringo Lam and starring Jean-Claude Van Damme and Michael Rooker.

[3] Edward "the Torch" Garrotte (Jean-Claude Van Damme) is a serial killer who has a penchant for killing women and setting them on fire.

During his retirement party, Jake receives a call from Garrotte, who threatens to go after his friends and family.

They need Jake's help to train this Replicant, who has genetic memories from Garrotte and a telepathic link to him.

An air conditioner, damaged in the fight, explodes, supposedly killing the Replicant after he gets Jake to safety.

Weeks later, Jake is with his wife Anne (Catherine Dent) and stepson Danny (Brandon James Olson).

The Replicant is dating Hooker[verification needed] (Marnie Alton) as the film ends.

"[7] Maitland McDonagh of TV Guide stated, "The action sequences are well-staged ... the 40-year-old martial artist still has the physical goods, executing 180[°] splits and gymnastic stunts with the grace and apparent ease of someone much younger.

"[8] Earl Cressey of DVD Talk agreed, calling Replicant "a decent sci-fi" film that is "always engaging and has some great action scenes that fans of Van Damme will certainly enjoy.