The Sword and the Sorcerer (1982): Cast, Ratings & Box Office
The Sword and the Sorcerer is a 1982 action horror film directed by Albert Pyun, starring Nina van Pallandt, Richard Lynch and Richard Moll. It runs 1 hour 40 minutes and earned $39.1 million worldwide. It won 1 award from 5 nominations, including Best Supporting Actor at the Saturn Awards 1983. Critics gave it 39 on Metacritic.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 40m (100 min)
- Director
- Albert Pyun
- Original language
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English - After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is The Sword and the Sorcerer About?
The premise of The Sword and the Sorcerer without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
A vengeful prince seeks retribution for the massacre of his family, wielding a formidable three-sided sword on a dangerous quest. Accompanied by a princess, he confronts ruthless enemies and navigates a medieval realm filled with magic and chaos, striving for both revenge and a chance at redemption. His path is fraught with peril as he battles to overcome the forces that destroyed his loved ones.
The Sword and the Sorcerer Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- sorcerer
- sword and sorcery
- blood
- torture
- sword fight
- black magic
- warrior
- evil king
- revenge
- rebellion
- voice over narration
- three bladed sword
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- stabbed to death
- stabbed with a sword
- killed with a sword
- mercenary
- betrayal
- rescue mission
- female topless nudity
- brothel
- revolt
- battle
- princess
- branding iron
- whipping
- bound and gagged
- witch
- torture chamber
- demon
- dungeon
- cult film
- impalement
- crucifixion
- death of father
- death of mother
- independent film
- sword
- sorcery
- loss of father
- loss of mother
- swordsman
- montage
- bare chested male
- mythology
- interrogation
- double cross
- destruction
- fall of empire
- murder of a king
- chancellor
The Sword and the Sorcerer Cast
Nina van Pallandt leads the cast, with Richard Lynch and Richard Moll. Directed by Albert Pyun; 10 actors are credited in all.
- Director Albert Pyun
Also Starring in The Sword and the Sorcerer
· 6 moreMore from Albert Pyun
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The Sword and the Sorcerer Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave The Sword and the Sorcerer 39 on Metacritic.
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Metacritic 39 Metascore
User score 5.2
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TMDB 54% User score
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The Sword and the Sorcerer Plot Summary
What happens in The Sword and the Sorcerer 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
As the sun sets over Tomb Island, King Titus Cromwell](/actor/titus-cromwell) and his fierce entourage arrive, intent on locating Xusia of Delos, a legendary sorcerer capable of wielding dark powers that could alter Cromwell’s fate. Aiming to usurp his rival, King Richard, ruler of the wealth-laden kingdom of Ehdan, Cromwell cunningly persuades one of Xusia’s followers to rouse the ancient mage from his long sleep. Once awakened, Cromwell manipulates Xusia into joining his cause, preparing to unleash the sorcerer’s malevolence against the formidable forces of King Richard.
Yet, as Cromwell’s grip on power tightens, paranoia begins to consume him. In an act of calculated treachery, he drives a dagger into Xusia’s heart, sending the sorcerer plummeting off a cliff, silencing his dark magic—at least for the moment.
Full summary
The whole story of The Sword and the Sorcerer, scene by scene
The Sword and the Sorcerer Box Office
The Sword and the Sorcerer grossed $39.1 million worldwide.
Worldwide gross
$39.1M
- US & Canada
- $39.1M
The Sword and the Sorcerer Awards & Nominations
The Sword and the Sorcerer won 1 award from 5 nominations, including Best Supporting Actor at the Saturn Awards 1983.
1 win5 nominations1 ceremony
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Saturn Awards 1983 1 win · 5 nominations- Won Best Supporting Actor
- Nominated Best Actor
- Nominated Best Costumes
- Nominated Best Music
- Nominated Best Writing
The Sword and the Sorcerer Trailers & Videos
3 videos: 2 trailers and 1 featurette.
- Trailer The Sword And The Sorcerer (1982) - Official Trailer
- Featurette Marshall Harvey on Sword and the Sorcerer
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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 that seeks to overthrow King Richard?
The Sword and the Sorcerer Also Known As
23 alternative titles, including “L'épée sauvage” and “A Espada e os Bárbaros”.
- Also known as
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- L'épée sauvage
- A Espada e os Bárbaros
- Cromwell, el rey de los bárbaros
- La spada a tre lame
- A Espada e o Feiticeiro
- La espada y el hechicero
- Talon im Kampf gegen das Imperium
- Sværdet og troldmanden
- Meč a čaroděj
- Julma miekka
- Oi Varvaroi
- Talen kardja - Harc a mágia ellen
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- De wraak der Barbaren
- Miecz i czarnoksieznik
- Det grymma svärdet
- Barbarlar
- Οι Βάρβαροι
- Меч і чаклун
- L'Epée sauvage
- 스워드
- Talen kardja - Harc a mágia ellen (A varázsló és a kard)
- Меч и колдун
- 巫术神剑
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The Sword and the Sorcerer FAQ: Cast & Box Office
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings, awards and post-credit scenes of The Sword and the Sorcerer, each answered in a sentence.
How long is The Sword and the Sorcerer?
The Sword and the Sorcerer runs 1 hour 40 minutes (100 minutes).
When was The Sword and the Sorcerer released?
The Sword and the Sorcerer was released on April 30, 1982.
Who directed The Sword and the Sorcerer?
The Sword and the Sorcerer was directed by Albert Pyun.
More films by Albert Pyun Who is in the cast of The Sword and the Sorcerer?
The Sword and the Sorcerer stars Nina van Pallandt, Richard Lynch and Richard Moll, among 10 credited actors.
How much did The Sword and the Sorcerer make at the box office?
The Sword and the Sorcerer grossed $39.1 million worldwide.
How is The Sword and the Sorcerer rated?
The Sword and the Sorcerer has 39 on Metacritic and 54% on TMDB.
What awards did The Sword and the Sorcerer win?
The Sword and the Sorcerer won 1 award from 5 nominations, including Best Supporting Actor at the Saturn Awards 1983.
Does The Sword and the Sorcerer have a post-credit scene?
No. The Sword and the Sorcerer has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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