Dragonslayer (1981): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Where to Watch
Dragonslayer is a 1981 action adventure film directed by Matthew Robbins, starring Ralph Richardson, Albert Salmi and Peter MacNicol. It runs 1 hour 48 minutes and earned $14.1 million worldwide. It earned 1 award nomination, including Best Supporting Actor at the Saturn Awards 1982. Critics gave it 68 on Metacritic. Stream it on Hoopla and Kanopy, or rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 48m (108 min)
- Director
- Matthew Robbins
- Original language
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English - After the credits
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What Is Dragonslayer About?
The premise of Dragonslayer without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
A young wizard undertakes a dangerous mission to defeat a fearsome dragon whose fiery attacks plague a nearby kingdom. The dragon’s reign of terror has resulted in the tragic loss of young women, and the wizard must confront the beast to bring peace and safety back to the land. He faces numerous challenges and relies on courage and skill to succeed in this perilous quest.
Dragonslayer Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- psychotronic film
- dragon
- wizard
- unlikely hero
- knight
- sword and sorcery
- weapon
- spear
- female disguised as male
- bladed weapon
- enchanted weapon
- skinny dipping
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- male protagonist
- male nudity
- male rear nudity
- nudity
- title directed by male
- title written by male
- sword and sorcery fantasy
- female rear nudity
- young
- hero riding a white horse
- white horse
- riding a white horse
- round shield
- handheld shield
- polearm
- horse
- stabbed in the torso
- pole weapon
- animal
- wilderness
- mammal
- ungulate
- king
- kingdom
- apprentice
- human versus dragon
- baby dragon
- winged dragon
- flying dragon
- gore
- stealing credit
- wish fulfillment
- resurrection
- stabbed in the chest
- dancing
- girl disguised as boy
- dragonslayer
- one word title
Where to Watch Dragonslayer
Stream it on Hoopla and Kanopy, or rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. US availability and prices from JustWatch.
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Dragonslayer Cast
Ralph Richardson leads the cast, with Albert Salmi and Peter MacNicol. Directed by Matthew Robbins; 10 actors are credited in all.
- Director Matthew Robbins
Also Starring in Dragonslayer
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Critics gave Dragonslayer 68 on Metacritic.
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Metacritic 68 Metascore
User score 6.4
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Dragonslayer Plot Summary
What happens in Dragonslayer from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Dragonslayer begins its enchanting tale with a small band of villagers who courageously embark on a journey to a desolate tower situated in the foreboding region of Cragganmore. This tower is the residence of Ulrich, a powerful and benevolent old sorcerer who possesses wisdom beyond mortal ken. However, the villagers are met at the door by Hodge, Ulrich’s loyal manservant, who dismisses them despite their urgent plea for assistance. It becomes evident that the young and determined leader of this group is Valerian, who had been instrumental in gathering the villagers together, convinced that the sorcerer would be their salvation.
Full summary
The whole story of Dragonslayer, scene by scene
Dragonslayer Box Office
Dragonslayer grossed $14.1 million worldwide.
Worldwide gross
$14.1M
- US & Canada
- $14.1M
Dragonslayer Awards & Nominations
Dragonslayer earned 1 award nomination, including Best Supporting Actor at the Saturn Awards 1982.
1 nomination1 ceremony
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Saturn Awards 1982 1 nomination- Nominated Best Supporting Actor
How Well Do You Know Dragonslayer?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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Who is the powerful old sorcerer that the villagers seek help from?
Dragonslayer Also Known As
23 alternative titles, including “Le Dragon du lac de feu” and “El dragón del lago de fuego”.
- Also known as
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- Le Dragon du lac de feu
- El dragón del lago de fuego
- Переможець дракона
- Il drago del lago di fuoco
- Der Drachentöter
- O Dragão e o Feiticeiro
- Η Επιδρομή του Δράκου
- דרגונסלייר
- A sárkányölő
- Drakobijce
- 용과 마법 구슬
- Победитель дракона
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- Drakdödaren
- Lohikäärmeentappaja
- Te Vuur En Te Zwaard
- Убиецът на дракони
- El verdugo de dragones
- 屠龙记
- Helten fra fortidens mørke
- Pogromca smoków
- ドラゴンスレイヤー
- Lovac na zmajeve
- พ่อมดพิชิตมังกร
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Movies Like Dragonslayer
Films with a similar story, tone or audience, including Dragonquest, To Kill a Dragon and Dragon Hunter.
Dragonslayer FAQ: Where to Watch, Cast & Box Office
Runtime, release date, director, cast, where to watch, box office, ratings and awards of Dragonslayer, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Dragonslayer?
Dragonslayer runs 1 hour 48 minutes (108 minutes).
When was Dragonslayer released?
Dragonslayer was released on June 26, 1981.
Who directed Dragonslayer?
Dragonslayer was directed by Matthew Robbins.
More films by Matthew Robbins Who is in the cast of Dragonslayer?
Dragonslayer stars Ralph Richardson, Albert Salmi and Peter MacNicol, among 10 credited actors.
Where can I watch Dragonslayer?
In the US, Dragonslayer is streaming on Hoopla, Kanopy and YouTube Free and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home (availability from JustWatch).
How much did Dragonslayer make at the box office?
Dragonslayer grossed $14.1 million worldwide.
How is Dragonslayer rated?
Dragonslayer has 68 on Metacritic.
Was Dragonslayer nominated for any awards?
Dragonslayer received 1 nomination across 1 ceremony.
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