Willow(1988)
“A world where heroes come in all sizes and adventure is the greatest magic of all.”
Overview
The evil Queen Bavmorda hunts the newborn princess Elora Danan, a child prophesied to bring about her downfall. When the royal infant is found by Willow, a timid farmer and aspiring sorcerer, he's entrusted with delivering her from evil.
Director
Ron Howard
Studio
Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Budget
$35M
Revenue
$57M
Cast
Warwick Davis
as Willow
Val Kilmer
as Madmartigan
Joanne Whalley
as Sorsha
Patricia Hayes
as Raziel
Gavan O'Herlihy
as Airk
Phil Fondacaro
as Vohnkar
Pat Roach
as General Kael
Rick Overton
as Franjean
Kevin Pollak
as Rool
Billy Barty
as High Aldwin
Jean Marsh
as Queen Bavmorda
David Steinberg
as Meegosh
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1988
Runtime
2h 6m
Language
English
Rating
7 / 10
Budget
$35M
Box Office
$57M
Production Companies
Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer • Lucasfilm Ltd. • Imagine Entertainment
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Willow?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Willow (1988).
What is Willow about?▼
The evil Queen Bavmorda hunts the newborn princess Elora Danan, a child prophesied to bring about her downfall. When the royal infant is found by Willow, a timid farmer and aspiring sorcerer, he's entrusted with delivering her from evil.
Who directed Willow?▼
Willow was directed by Ron Howard and released in 1988. It is a fantasy, adventure, action film.
How long is Willow?▼
Willow has a runtime of 2 hours and 6 minutes (126 minutes total).
Who stars in Willow?▼
The cast of Willow includes Warwick Davis as Willow, Val Kilmer as Madmartigan, Joanne Whalley as Sorsha, Patricia Hayes as Raziel, Gavan O'Herlihy as Airk and more.
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