Dragonslayer(1981)
“In the Dark Ages, Magic was a weapon. Love was a mystery. Adventure was everywhere...And Dragons were real.”
Overview
A sorcerer and his apprentice are on a mission to kill an evil dragon to save the King’s daughter from being sacrificed according to a pact that the King himself made with the dragon to protect his kingdom.
Director
Matthew Robbins
Studio
Paramount Pictures
Budget
$18M
Revenue
$14M
Cast
Peter MacNicol
as Galen
Caitlin Clarke
as Valerian
Ralph Richardson
as Ulrich
John Hallam
as Tyrian
Peter Eyre
as Casiodorus Rex
Albert Salmi
as Greil
Sydney Bromley
as Hodge
Chloe Salaman
as Princess Elspeth
Emrys James
as Valerian's Father
Ian McDiarmid
as Brother Jacopus
Roger Kemp
as Horsrik
Ken Shorter
as Henchman
Where to Watch
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1981
Runtime
1h 48m
Language
English
Rating
6.5 / 10
Budget
$18M
Box Office
$14M
Production Companies
Paramount Pictures • Walt Disney Productions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Dragonslayer?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Dragonslayer (1981).
What is Dragonslayer about?▼
A sorcerer and his apprentice are on a mission to kill an evil dragon to save the King’s daughter from being sacrificed according to a pact that the King himself made with the dragon to protect his kingdom.
Who directed Dragonslayer?▼
Dragonslayer was directed by Matthew Robbins and released in 1981. It is a fantasy, adventure film.
How long is Dragonslayer?▼
Dragonslayer has a runtime of 1 hours and 48 minutes (108 minutes total).
Who stars in Dragonslayer?▼
The cast of Dragonslayer includes Peter MacNicol as Galen, Caitlin Clarke as Valerian, Ralph Richardson as Ulrich, John Hallam as Tyrian, Peter Eyre as Casiodorus Rex and more.
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