Legend (1986): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot
Legend is a 1986 adventure fantasy film directed by Ridley Scott, starring Tim Curry, Mia Sara and Tom Cruise. It runs 1 hour 29 minutes and earned $16.8 million worldwide. It was nominated for 1 Oscar. Critics gave it 30 on Metacritic.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 29m (89 min)
- Director
- Ridley Scott
- Original language
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English - Studio
- MCA/Universal Home Video
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Legend About?
The premise of Legend without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
A young hero rises to challenge a looming darkness threatening a mystical realm. Destined to confront the Lord of Darkness, he must rescue the Princess Lili and prevent an eternal winter from consuming the land. His quest takes him on an epic journey through a world populated by fantastical creatures, where he must embrace his destiny and fight for the realm's survival.
Legend Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- forest
- fairy
- love
- unicorn
- magic
- fairy tale
- winter
- swamp
- witch
- dungeon
- underwater scene
- slow motion scene
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- quest
- princess
- boyfriend girlfriend relationship
- sword and fantasy
- sword
- dark fantasy
- cult film
- rescue
- black magic
- good versus evil
- devil
- sword and sorcery
- ring
- snow
- diving into water
- mythical kingdom
- campfire
- kiss
- ogre
- leprechaun
- tree
- poison dart
- heroism
- plate
- armor
- throne
- black dress
- sunlight
- dance
- snow adventure
- demon
- monster
- fire
- bow and arrow
- shield
- reference to satan
- fictional war
- duel
Legend Cast
Tim Curry leads the cast, with Mia Sara and Tom Cruise. Directed by Ridley Scott.
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Director Ridley Scott
More from Ridley Scott
More films directed by Ridley Scott, best-rated first: Alien, Blade Runner, Thelma & Louise and The Martian.
Legend Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Legend 30 on Metacritic.
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Metacritic 30 Metascore
User score 6.3
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TMDB 62% User score
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Legend Plot Summary
What happens in Legend 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
The Lord of Darkness (played by Tim Curry) is deep within his chamber, scheming with his minion, the goblin Blixx (portrayed by Alice Playten). He reveals a dark ambition — to extinguish the light of the last two unicorns, ensuring that darkness reigns over the world and allowing him to leave the cave that protects him from the sun’s harmful rays. He entrusts Blixx, along with his companions Pox (Peter O’Farrell) and Blunder (Kiran Shah), with a sinister mission: to ensnare the unicorns using their only vulnerability — an innocent heart like that of Princess Lily (played by Mia Sara), who can attract these sacred creatures.
Full summary
The whole story of Legend, scene by scene
Legend Box Office
Legend grossed $16.8 million worldwide. $15.5 million came from the US and Canada and $1.3 million (8%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$16.8M
- US & Canada
- $15.5M
- International
- $1.3M
Legend Awards & Nominations
Legend was nominated for 1 Oscar. The 4 nominations come from 2 ceremonies, the most at the BAFTA 1986.
4 nominations2 ceremonies
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Oscars 1987 1 nomination- Nominated Makeup
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BAFTA 1986 3 nominations- Nominated Best Costume Design
- Nominated Best Makeup and Hair
- Nominated Best Special Visual Effects
Legend Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Legend.
How Well Do You Know Legend?
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 main antagonist in 'Legend'?
Legend Also Known As
20 alternative titles, including “Leyenda” and “Legend of Darkness”.
- Also known as
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- Leyenda
- Legend of Darkness
- Die Legende
- Legend (Director's Cut)
- ตำนานรักล้างคำสาป
- 리젠드
- Legenda
- Legende
- A Lenda da Floresta
- Efsane
- Legenden - mörkrets härskare
- Легенда
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- Θρύλος
- אגדה
- 레전드
- A Lenda
- 黑魔王
- レジェンド / 光と闇の伝説, ლეგენდა
- ليجند
- 詭秘怪談
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Movies Like Legend
Films with a similar story, tone or audience, including The Magical Legend of the Leprechauns, Legend of the White Dragon and Willow.
Legend FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Awards
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings, awards and post-credit scenes of Legend, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Legend?
Legend runs 1 hour 29 minutes (89 minutes).
When was Legend released?
Legend was released on April 18, 1986.
Who directed Legend?
Legend was directed by Ridley Scott.
More films by Ridley Scott Who is in the cast of Legend?
Legend stars Tim Curry, Mia Sara and Tom Cruise.
How much did Legend make at the box office?
Legend grossed $16.8 million worldwide ($15.5 million domestic, $1.3 million international).
How is Legend rated?
Legend has 30 on Metacritic and 62% on TMDB.
Was Legend nominated for any awards?
Legend received 4 nominations across 2 ceremonies.
Does Legend have a post-credit scene?
No. Legend has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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